ACC-140: Payroll Accounting

This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and general ledger transactions. Emphasis is placed on computing wages; calculating social security, income, and unemployment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and journalizing/posting transactions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting entries using appropriate technology.

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Course Information

Hours

Credits:
2
Lab/Shop:
3
Lecture:
1
Work Exp.:
0
Clinical:
0

Semesters Offered

Spring
Requisite Information
  • Timing
    Prerequisite
    Student must have credit for one of the following courses: ACC-115 or ACC-120