- Compensation Management
- Payroll Systems
- Data Security
- Employee Onboarding
- Human Resource Policies
- Auditing
- Workforce Management
- Personally Identifiable Information
- Reconciliation
- Payroll Tax
- Benefits Administration
- Payroll Processing
The Payroll Cycle
Completed by Michael Harris
May 27, 2025
12 hours (approximately)
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What you will 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 will gain
