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Payroll Administrator Diploma

If you’re fair, organized and take satisfaction in compensating people for their time and labour, then consider becoming a Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator Diploma program will give you a solid foundation to launch a career in the thriving field of Financial Administration. This program will prepare you to manage the financial aspect of your future administrative duties, as well as manage payroll procedures on a broader scale.

Become a Confident Payroll Professional

With the Payroll Administrator Diploma program, you’ll learn essential bookkeeping and payroll skills. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures including the preparation of financial statements, business transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and HST. Once you complete the Diploma you’ll be able to:
  • use the double-entry system and accounting cycle;
  • understand HST and file HST returns;
  • enter accounting information in A/R, A/P and perform reconciliations;
  • prepare financial statements like balance sheets, income statements, and expenses;
  • gain knowledge of Payroll and its Compliance Environment;
  • demonstrate an understanding of Employment Insurance Requirements;
  • prepare Records of Employment and Worker’s Compensation Remittances;
  • prepare invoices, journal entries, ledger, and financial reports;
  • enter payroll hours, prepare pay cheques and pay statements; and,
  • understand Provincial and Territorial Legislation in Quebec and Non-Quebec jurisdictions.

Course Outline

During the Payroll Administrator Diploma program you’ll learn:
  • Bookkeeping
  • CPA – Payroll Compliance Legislation
  • CPA – Payroll Fundamentals 1
  • CPA – Payroll Fundamentals 2

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Payroll Administrator Diploma program will be able to pursue employment in various positions, including:
  • Payroll Officer
  • Payroll and Benefits Administrator
  • Payroll Assistant
  • Pay Advisor
  • Time Clerk
  • Payroll Clerk
  • Salary Administration Officer
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