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The Payroll Professional

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Overview

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Develop a strong foundation in payroll administration and gain the knowledge, workplace skills, and industry awareness needed to begin a career as a Payroll Specialist. In this course, you'll learn how payroll supports business operations, contributes to organizational success, and serves as a critical function within Human Resources and related business teams. You'll explore the responsibilities of Payroll Professionals, the structure of successful payroll programs, foundational compensation concepts, and the factors that influence payroll operations. You'll also examine the skills and traits employers value in payroll professionals, including customer service, communication, problem-solving, and professional development. What makes this course unique is its combination of payroll fundamentals and career preparation. Developed by ADP, a recognized leader in payroll and human capital management, the course provides practical insights into the payroll profession while helping you evaluate your strengths, identify growth opportunities, and create a personal plan for success. Whether you're pursuing your first payroll role or exploring a career transition into payroll, this course will help you build the confidence and foundation needed for continued learning in payroll processing, payroll compliance, and payroll administration.

Syllabus

  • Welcome!
    • During this module, you will be introduced to the field of payroll and shown the common components of successful payroll programs.
  • The Successful Payroll Specialist
    • The instruction found in this module will lay out how payroll functions in the world of business and some of the challenges faced by those in payroll and
  • Your Journey to Becoming an Effective Payroll Specialist
    • This last module will explore what makes an effective payroll professional and the value of customer service skills in this industry. You will also take a step towards using those skills to advance your career in payroll.

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ADP Learning Academy

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