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Accounting & Payroll Clerk

The Diploma in Accounting & Payroll Clerk program at Rockford Career College offers students a comprehensive training opportunity in payroll processes, procedures, computer applications, and operating systems. This program is specifically designed to prepare students both professionally and academically for rewarding careers in the business or payroll field.

Accounting and Payroll Clerks play a vital role in virtually every business, making this career path ideal for individuals who possess a keen attention to detail and enjoy working in a comfortable office environment. Our program focuses on the following key areas

• Payroll Systems and Procedures: Gain a solid foundation in the fundamental payroll systems and procedures used to calculate wages, salaries, and time worked, as well as effective timekeeping methods.
• Payroll Operations and Accounting: Develop skills in payroll operations, including the preparation of payroll registers and accurate recording of accounting entries.
• Legal Compliance: Learn about the essential legal aspects of payroll management, including compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and other relevant regulations.
• Spreadsheet Software and Data Evaluation: Acquire the ability to evaluate and audit accounting data using spreadsheet software, a critical skill in the field.
• Benefit Administration: Understand the fundamentals of benefit administration, an important aspect of managing payroll and employee compensation.
• Tax Considerations: Familiarize yourself with the tax considerations specific to various types of business entities, enabling you to categorize and manage tax-related matters effectively.