Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma

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Double Course Value
The combination of both areas of accounting and payroll administration is more valuable for students
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Interactive classroom environment with active participation provides for easier and more effective learning
Engaging Course Material
Highly knowledgeable and experienced instructors turn technical components into fun exercises
Diploma
Certificate

Accounting and Payroll Administration

Duration

55 Weeks

Campus

Calgary / Toronto

Offered

On-site / Online / Combination

Available

Morning / Evening / Weekend

Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma Program Summary

Through the Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma Program at ABM College, students gain the skills they need to succeed in the accounting industry. Students acquire the basic skills and knowledge in accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals such as bookkeeping, accounting and payroll management, payroll and compliance regulations, accounting software, and tax compliance. The course also covers software such as Sage Quickbooks and Microsoft Office to help thrive in a competitive employment market.

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Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma Highlights

ABM College's diploma in Accounting and Payroll Administration opens up employment doors to practically all industries for graduates. Accounting and Payroll professionals are considered the backbone of every business and are in high demand in Canada.

Discover Key Features of the Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma Program: 

  • Study online with a schedule that seamlessly aligns with your home, work, and other commitments.
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of corporate accounting and master accounting software such as Sage and QuickBooks.
  • Sharpen your skills through integration of accounting, Canadian payroll, and tax knowledge.
  • Learn about the basic accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
  • Build your work experience portfolio through a mandatory 4-week practicum at the end of the program.
  • Offered in both Alberta and Ontario regions, this program helps you kickstart your accounting and payroll career. 

Career Opportunities

  • Payroll Clerk
  • Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk
  • Bookkeeper
  • Accounting Assistant
  • Accounting Administrator

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Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma Information Kit

This kit includes important details on the Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma program at ABM College.

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Admission Requirements

Standard Admission

1. Successful completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. 2. Passing score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam. 3. Passing score on the Accuplacer Test. 4. Successful interview with ABM College Admissions.

Mature Admission

1. Applicants must be out of high school for at least two years. 2. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age prior to admission. 3. Passing score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam. 4. Passing score on the Accuplacer Test. 5. Successful interview with ABM College Admissions.

Detailed & International Requirements

For any other program or region-specific requirements, please contact one of our Admissions Advisors. For International Students, please refer to the International Students Admission Requirements.

Domestic Detailed Admission Requirements

Thank you ABM College. I consider them as my second home here in Calgary, Canada.This is my second time with them, first as Health Care Aide student 2014 and now, Accounting & Payroll. ABM College has friendly and helpful admin and instructors.

Sheridan Imperial

Course Curriculum

Financial Accounting 1

Course Description: This course assists students in understanding the various aspects of the accounting profession with a general background of the fundamentals of accounting, as well as understanding the daily transactions procedures that exist in business. Students will gain experience with typical bookkeeping functions, including recording journal entries and performing full accounting cycle. Topics include: accounting and the business environment; recording business transactions; adjusting entries; closing entries and completing the accounting cycle; merchandising accounting; accounting information systems; internal control and cash; receivables; property, plant and equipment; goodwill and intangible assets; and current liabilities and payroll accounting.

Financial Accounting 2

Course Description: Students develop the ability to prepare and analyze the financial statements of public corporations. Topics include an overview of corporate financial reporting, transaction analysis, and accounting entries; double-entry accounting systems; merchandising and inventory; internal control, cash, and receivables; long-lived assets and current liabilities; financial reporting concepts and accounting for partnerships; corporations; long-term liabilities; cash flow statement; investments; and financial statements analysis.

Managerial Accounting 1

Course Description: Students develop the ability to collect, analyze, and communicate quantitative and non- quantitative information to assist management in making more effective planning and control decisions. Topics include the changing role of management accounting and basic concepts; product costing and cost accumulation; process costing and hybrid product costing systems; activity-based costing and activity-based management; activity analysis, cost behaviour and cost estimation; cost-volume profit analysis; absorption and variable costing; profit planning and activity-based budgets; standard costing and flexible budgeting; cost management tools; and decision making.

Accounting Software Systems Quick Books

Course Description: Students learn to maintain the financial records of a small business using the QuickBooks accounting software package. Students learn this full suite of bookkeeping tools to help manage a business, including income and expense tracking, payroll management and financial management tools.

Accounting Software Systems Sage 50

Course Description: Students learn the feature-rich Sage 50 software. Topics include an introduction; accounts payable; accounts receivable; payables and receivables setup; payroll journal and setup; inventory transactions; orders, quotes and deposits; currencies and remittances; project allocations; reconciliations and deposits; and comprehensive setup.

Income Taxation

Course Description: Students examine the conceptual structure of the Income Tax Act and the application of its rules to practical situations. Topics include an introduction to federal taxation; procedures and administration; income or loss from office, employment, business, or property; capital cost allowances and cumulative eligible capital; capital gains and losses; other income and deductions; and calculation of taxable income and tax payable for individuals.

Payroll Compliance Legislation

Course Description: Students who complete this course will know the payroll compliance responsibilities that affect organizations, be able to comprehend payroll legislation, and be able to effectively communicate these to all stakeholders. This course will provide students with the payroll related legislation affecting organizations, as well as the tools to find information and apply that information to different scenarios in relation to individual pay. Our programs will prepare you to manage compliance requirements, deliver reliable payroll information and contribute valuable insights. Certifications include: The Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) Certification, which will give you a solid foundation in payroll.

Payroll Fundamentals 1

Course Description: This course is the second requirement in the CPA's PCP Certification. Upon completion of Payroll Fundamentals l, students should be able to calculate regular individual net pay, non-regular individual pay and termination payments. Students will also learn to calculate a Record of Employment (ROE) and communicate all aspects of individual pay requirements to various stakeholders. This course is the second core payroll course in the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification program.

Payroll Fundamentals 2

Course Description: Students who complete this course will be able to calculate and report the government and third party remittances, year-end requirements, discuss payroll technology solutions and account for payroll at the compliance level for the organization. Students will be able to effectively communicate these organizational processes and requirements to internal and external stakeholders.

Microsoft Office

This training will help students to effectively utilize all the features of Microsoft Office products, and increase productivity. Students become well versed in the Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook applications. This 4-week module helps students sharpen their computer and Office skills and prepare for the main course modules.

Practicum

Course Description: Students will gain practical and hands-on experience to apply the knowledge and skills learned in class to real-world experiences in a professional capacity.

Financial Planning

This course explains why accounting is the language of business and how it helps managers plan budgets, understand public perception, track efficiency, analyze product performance, and develop short- and long-term strategies, among several other decisions aided by accounting figures.

Capstone Career Prep

Students work with a professional career counsellor to develop and optimize a professional resume to put forward for employers. Additional support in job searching, interview techniques, and other career transition skills are offered to ensure students have the best possible work prospects.

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