Payroll Controls

Protect the payroll system from fraud and payment errors by implementing a structured control framework. This course examines the complete payroll process flow, the forms that support it, and the controls required at each stage to ensure accurate processing. You will apply core internal control principles, evaluate different types of controls, and address related system issues, building a disciplined and reliable payroll control environment.
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PDF Course

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Duration

2 Hours

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Course Information

Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: AC1170

Learning Objectives
  • Recognize the characteristics of a system of internal controls.
  • Recall the situations in which it is possible to operate with weak controls.
  • Recognize the best types of controls.
  • Specify how a continuous controls monitoring system functions.
  • Recall the types of fraud that can be directed at a payroll system.
  • Recall the different types of controls that can be applied to a payroll system.

Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Accounting
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: December 2024
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