Certification

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

American Payroll Association

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The Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is open to all those who wish to demonstrate a baseline of payroll competency.

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Skills taught

Apply core payroll concepts including worker classification, Fair Labor Standards Act compliance, taxable wages, and employment standardsComply with payroll legislative and regulatory requirements including research and application of federal, state, and local payroll lawsCalculate paychecks including gross-to-net computations, deductions, benefits, and wage garnishmentsManage payroll process systems and administration including workflow, data accuracy, and process efficiencyManage payroll administration including recordkeeping, confidentiality, and department proceduresConduct payroll audits including internal controls, data validation, and reconciliation of discrepanciesApply accounting principles to payroll including journal entries and integration with financial reporting
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