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INTRODUCTION
In today's complex business environment, accurate and efficient payroll management is crucial for every organization, regardless of size. This comprehensive Payroll: Preparation, Analysis, and Management training course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of payroll processing. Whether you're a seasoned HR professional looking to enhance your expertise, a business owner seeking to understand the financial implications of payroll, or simply someone interested in a career in payroll administration, this course offers valuable insights.
We will delve into the legal and regulatory landscape, master the mechanics of payroll calculation, explore powerful analytical tools, and learn best practices for effective payroll management.
By the end of this training course, you will be confident in your ability to handle payroll responsibilities with accuracy, efficiency, and compliance, ultimately contributing to the financial health and success of your organization. Join us to unlock the potential of effective payroll management and gain a competitive edge in today's dynamic business world.
This GLOMACS training course will highlight:
- Payroll Fundamentals & Legal Compliance
- Payroll Processing & Reporting
- Calculating Gross Pay & Deductions
- Payroll Analysis & Cost Control
- Payroll Management & Best Practices
Objectives
Upon completion of this Payroll: Preparation, Analysis and Management training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal and regulatory framework governing payroll.
- Accurately calculate and process payroll.
- Applying different pay frequencies and understanding the implications of various compensation structures.
- Analyze payroll data for insights and cost control.
- Identify areas for cost optimization and use payroll data for budgeting and forecasting.
- Understand the importance of internal controls and learn how to implement them to prevent fraud and errors
- Effectively manage the payroll function and implement best practices in payroll management.
Training Methodology
The training method is based mainly on the participatory training approach and is characterized by combining training and consultations, where the trainer provides the required support to all participants in order to help them develop a personal action plan that helps them achieve their goals of attending the training course, where:
- Use structured discussions, working groups, brainstorming sessions, simulations, case studies and other participatory methods.
- Give all participants the opportunity to apply all the skills and topics of the program during the duration of the training course through direct support from the lecturer and using coaching techniques.
- Using fun interactive methods such as role-playing, appropriate training games, which are used to break the ice and activate the trainees and motivate them to participate in a way that serves the objectives of the training course.
- Provides the required support to all participants in order to help them develop a personalized action plan that will help them achieve their goals of attending the training course
Organisational Impact
Investing in payroll training course offers significant advantages for both organizations and individuals. For organizations, this course leads to improved accuracy and compliance, minimizing the risk of costly errors and penalties. It also enhances efficiency by streamlining payroll processes and reducing administrative overhead. Furthermore, it empowers organizations to leverage payroll data for strategic decision-making, optimizing labor costs and improving workforce management.
- Reduced risk of payroll errors and compliance penalties.
- Increased efficiency and streamlined payroll processes.
- Improved accuracy in payroll calculations and reporting.
- Enhanced ability to leverage payroll data for strategic decision-making.
- Optimized labor costs and workforce management.
- Improved employee morale due to accurate and timely pay.
Personal Impact
For individuals, the Payroll: Preparation, Analysis and Management training course provides valuable skills and knowledge, boosting their career prospects and earning potential. It also increases their confidence in handling payroll responsibilities and improves their overall job performance. Ultimately, this training course creates a win-win scenario, benefiting both the organization's bottom line and the individual's professional development.
- Enhanced payroll knowledge and skills.
- Increased career opportunities and earning potential.
- Greater confidence in handling payroll responsibilities.
- Improved job performance and productivity.
- Professional development and recognition.
- Greater understanding of payroll regulations and best practices.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This GLOMACS Payroll: Preparation, Analysis, and Management training course is designed for a broad audience who interact with or are responsible for payroll functions. Ideal attendees include:
- HR Professionals and anyone involved in employee compensation and benefit.
- Payroll Specialists/Administrators directly responsible for processing payroll.
- Small Business Owners/Managers who handle payroll themselves or oversee payroll operations.
- Accounting Professionals bookkeepers who work with payroll data.
- Office Managers/Administrative Staff who handle some payroll-related tasks.
- Anyone seeking a career in payroll to enter the field of payroll administration.
- Professionals and Individuals looking to upskill or reskill and enhance their career prospects.
DAY 1
Payroll Fundamentals & Legal Compliance
- Introduction to Payroll: Definition, importance, and key terms.
- Legal and Regulatory Framework
- Understanding Employee Classification.
- Step-by-step breakdown of the payroll process/cycle.
- Protecting sensitive employee information for Data Privacy and Security.
DAY 2
Payroll Processing & Reporting
- Job classification and creation of job levels.
- Payroll Grading System and Salary Scheme.
- Payroll software options and features.
- Setting up Payroll Systems.
- Keeping accurate payroll records and legal requirements.
- Generating Payroll Reports.
DAY 3
Calculating Gross Pay & Deductions
- Calculating Regular Pay.
- Types of Earnings.
- Calculating gross pay for various scenarios (Exercise).
- Mandatory deductions and voluntary deductions.
- Income Tax Withholding. (if applicable)
DAY 4
Payroll Analysis & Cost Control
- Payroll Analysis
- Key Payroll Metrics
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) related to payroll.
- Using payroll data to create accurate payroll budgets and forecasts.
- Reduce payroll costs and develop Cost Control Strategies.
DAY 5
Payroll Management & Best Practices
- Internal and External Payroll Audits.
- Internal Controls to prevent fraud and errors.
- Best Practices in Payroll Management.
- Personal Action Plan.
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate with eligible Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) from National Registry of CPE Sponsor and Re-Certification credits from HR Certification Institute (HRCI), will be awarded to the delegates
Endorsed Education Provider
The use of this seal confirms that this activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.
GLOMACS is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org
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