AUDIT+ASSURANCE SERVICES (LL) W/CONNECT
AUDIT+ASSURANCE SERVICES (LL) W/CONNECT
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781264979516
Author: LOUWERS
Publisher: MCG CUSTOM
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Chapter 8C, Problem 1RC
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State the functional responsibilities that are associated with the payroll cycle.

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Payroll Cycle:

The payroll cycle is commenced with the hiring and dismissal of an employee along with the determination of their wages and deductions, which proceeds to keep a track record of employee’s attendance and working hours. The last step in the payroll cycle is the preparation of internal and governmental (tax) reports.

The functional responsibilities associated with payroll cycle are as follows:

  • Wages and salary account of employees.
  • Benefits related to pension.
  • Contracts of deferred compensation.
  • Compensatory stock option plans.
  • Employee benefits like health insurance.
  • Taxes for payroll and other corresponding liabilities.

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