Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

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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Beginner level

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

55 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

The learner will explore fundamental aspects of payroll, including earnings, taxes, deductions and the significance of accurate personal information.
The learner will be equipped with essential knowledge, covering topics such as tax compliance, worker classifications, and payroll procedures.
A comprehensive understanding of payroll management and taxation, benefiting individuals in effectively navigating financial responsibilities.

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Assessments

17 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

Welcome to Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals, the fourth course in ADP's Entry-level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program.

Module 1 focuses on the responsibilities of an employer as it relates to net pay, tax deposits, and filings. Module 2 will explore the taxes employers are responsible for withholding from their employees' paychecks. Module 3 explores the regular deposits and filings required by most employers in the U.S. This is an entry-level course intended for beginner learners interested in learning the fundamentals of payroll, those pursing an entry-level Payroll Specialist role, and more experienced professionals looking to shift their career to purposefully focus on the area of a Payroll Specialist.

This module will provide you with the knowledge to understand all the variables that contribute to the transformation of gross pay into net pay.

What's included

10 videos5 readings5 assignments

10 videos Total 32 minutes

Professional Certificate Introduction 2 minutes
Course 4 Introduction 1 minute
Common Deductions 3 minutes
Deduction Calculations 5 minutes
Pre-tax and Post-tax Deductions 6 minutes
Why You Should be Calculating Accurately 4 minutes
Group-Term Life Insurance 2 minutes
Auto 4 minutes
Transportation 3 minutes
Calculating Net Pay 2 minutes

5 readings Total 65 minutes

Course 4 Overview 5 minutes
ADP Insights: Steps to Calculate the Taxable Value of GTL 15 minutes
ADP Insights: Special Valuation Methods 15 minutes
ADP Insights: How Taxable Benefits Impact an Employee’s Paycheck 15 minutes
ADP Insights: What is Net Pay? 15 minutes

5 assignments Total 90 minutes

Payroll Practice: Calculate Taxable Wages 20 minutes
Payroll Practice: Calculate Using the Cents-per-mile Method 10 minutes
Payroll Practice: Calculating Deductions 20 minutes
Payroll Check-In: Fringe Benefits 35 minutes
Net Pay Check-In 5 minutes

This module will explore the employer's responsibilities when it comes to federal and state payroll taxes and the proper withholding of them. You will also learn the best practices surrounding federal and state unemployment taxes.

What's included

8 videos7 readings7 assignments1 discussion prompt

8 videos Total 51 minutes

FIT and FICA Explained 12 minutes
Calculating FIT Part 1: Overview 5 minutes
Calculating FIT Part 2: Percentage Method 6 minutes
Calculating FIT Part 3: Wage Bracket Method 6 minutes
Calculating FIT Part 4: Supplemental Wages 7 minutes
State Employment Taxes 5 minutes
Multi-State Employment Taxation 4 minutes
Federal Employment Taxes - What does the Employer pay? 7 minutes

7 readings Total 175 minutes

ADP insights: A Closer Look at Payroll Taxes 15 minutes
ADP Insights: Social Security and Medicare 15 minutes
Essential Resources: Payroll Taxes 15 minutes
Essential Resources: State Taxation 10 minutes
ADP Insights: How SUI Impacts FUTA 15 minutes
Essential Resources: Employment Taxes 15 minutes
Project Portfolio Assignment: Simulate an Employee's Pay 90 minutes

7 assignments Total 83 minutes

Payroll Practice: Calculate Medicare Taxes 12 minutes
Payroll Practice: Calculate Social Security Taxes 16 minutes
Payroll Practice: Calculate the Appropriate Tax Rate 8 minutes
Payroll Practice: Research State Taxes 20 minutes
Payroll Practice: State Taxes 10 minutes
Employer Paid Federal Employment Taxes 5 minutes
Payroll Practice: Tax Withholdings 12 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 15 minutes

Your Experience with Payroll Taxes 15 minutes

This module will describe the responsibilities of an employer in regards to regular federal deposits and filings. You will the typical timeline and forms needed to properly manage tax filings.

What's included

8 videos7 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

8 videos Total 39 minutes

Tax Deposits - Overview 6 minutes
A Cautionary Tale About Constructive Receipt 3 minutes
Tax Deposits: In-Depth 4 minutes
Payroll Specialist Vignette: Jyothi 2 minutes
Tax Forms - The Breakdown  11 minutes
IRS Form W-2 5 minutes
Not Just Form W-2 4 minutes
Affordable Care Act (ACA) 4 minutes

7 readings Total 100 minutes

Essential Resources: Federal Unemployment Tax (FUTA) 15 minutes
ADP Insights: Deposit Frequency Exceptions 15 minutes
Resources: Employment Tax Forms 15 minutes
ADP Insights: S Corporation Payroll 15 minutes
Spark Blog: Tips and Tricks for Filing Forms 1099 for Your Contractors and Vendors 15 minutes
Spark Blog: ACA Compliance: Filing IRS Forms 1094-C and 1095-C 15 minutes
Next Steps 10 minutes