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The Payroll Cycle

The Payroll Cycle

This course is part of ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate

Instructor: ADP Learning Academy

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

118 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

1 week at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

91%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Describe the step-by-step payroll processing cycle, including data collection, input, verification, calculation, and finalization.
Identify essential requirements for time tracking systems to accurately record/manage employee work minutes for payroll processing and compliance.
Explain the payroll-related tasks involved in employee on-boarding, such as tax withholding preferences, direct deposit, etc.
Describe the key components of year-end payroll processes, such as W-2 preparation, 1099 form distribution, and other required tax reporting.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

Payroll Systems

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Assessments

16 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate

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There are 3 modules in this course

Welcome to The Payroll Cycle, the second course in ADP's Entry-level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program. This course explores the end-to-end payroll processing cycle, from data collection to net pay. Students will gain insights into the step-by-step process, including time tracking methods, leave management, new hire onboarding tasks, and potential bottlenecks.

Module details

This module will introduce you to a typical payroll cycle, describe the variety of challenges faced by a payroll department, and explore the 3rd-party resources available to assist in payroll processing.

What's included

12 videos7 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videosTotal 47 minutes

Professional Certificate Introduction2 minutes
Welcome to The Payroll Cycle!1 minute
The Payroll Cycle: Step-by-Step - Phase One4 minutes
The Payroll Cycle: Step-by-Step - Phase Two5 minutes
The Payroll Cycle: Step-by-Step - Phase Three3 minutes
Payroll Cycle Challenges7 minutes
Not Alone5 minutes
Payroll Period Considerations2 minutes
Collection Methods4 minutes
Timekeeping Best Practices7 minutes
Payroll Specialist Vignette: Sandra4 minutes
Getting Paid2 minutes

7 readingsTotal 115 minutes

Course 2 Overview10 minutes
Roll Talk Blog: The Ultimate Guide to Payroll Processes and Procedures20 minutes
Spark Blog: Managing Payroll for Project-Based Companies15 minutes
Roll Talk Blog: How to Choose a Pay Schedule for Your Business 15 minutes
Spark Blog: How a PEO Can Make Time and Attendance Management Easier 20 minutes
ADP Insights: 10 Best Practices for Time & Attendance Professionals 20 minutes
Spark Blog: What Is a Payroll Card?15 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 66 minutes

Payroll Cycle: Check-In6 minutes
Introduction to the Payroll Cycle: Final Assessment45 minutes
Check Your Understanding4 minutes
Check Your Understanding4 minutes
Check Your Understanding4 minutes
Check Your Understanding3 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 20 minutes

Pay Method Pros and Cons 20 minutes

This module concerns occurrences that may occur infrequently but must be addressed correctly when encountered.

What's included

9 videos5 readings5 assignments

9 videosTotal 53 minutes

Payroll Life Cycle Tasks8 minutes
Employee Leave Types8 minutes
Managing Leave6 minutes
Jackpot!8 minutes
A Proper Send-off3 minutes
Year-End Components2 minutes
HR{preneur} Podcast: 3 important tasks for closing out the year & what you need to know11 minutes
The Year-End Process5 minutes
Compliance Snapshot3 minutes

5 readingsTotal 175 minutes

Spark Blog: How Leave Policies Can Help Improve Retention 15 minutes
Spark Blog: A Mini-Guide for Handling Holiday Bonuses and Gifts 15 minutes
Project Portfolio: Design a Bonus Policy 120 minutes
ADP Insights: Offboarding Process15 minutes
Mentorships in Payroll: Your Journey Continues10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 20 minutes

Year-End Payroll: Check -In6 minutes
Check Your Understanding4 minutes
Check Your Understanding3 minutes
Check Your Understanding4 minutes
Check Your Understanding3 minutes

In this module, you will learn how to audit your payroll process and learn ways to spot critical discrepancies.

What's included

7 videos6 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

7 videosTotal 28 minutes

Ensuring Payroll Accuracy: Understanding Audits and Reconciliation5 minutes
Best Practices for Audits and Reconciliation4 minutes
The Importance of Payroll Data3 minutes
Common Payroll Reports5 minutes
Common Payroll Errors4 minutes
Data Analysis Techniques3 minutes
Payroll Data Security4 minutes

6 readingsTotal 190 minutes

Spark Blog: Proper Pre-Payment Practices: Validating your Payroll 15 minutes
Spark Blog: What Is People Analytics?15 minutes
Spark Blog: How People Analytics Can Improve Pay Equity 15 minutes
Spark Blog: The Secure Payroll Priority: Problems, Processes and Potential Partners15 minutes
Project Portfolio Assignment: The Payroll Multiverse120 minutes
Next Steps!10 minutes