*2026 - Jan - Payroll Accounting

Payroll Accounting Training Certification

Delivery Mode: Remote (via MS Teams)
Schedule: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Duration: 4 Weeks

Course Overview

Want to master payroll processing in Canada? This interactive course combines the legislative requirements with the practical skills you need to succeed in payroll accounting.

You’ll learn how to:
✔ Calculate gross-to-net pay
✔ Prepare statutory remittances
✔ Understand accounting entries for payroll transactions

Key Topics Include:

• Employment standards
• Taxable benefits
• Termination pay
• Year-end reporting

Whether you’re exploring a payroll career, working in HR or accounting, or managing a small business, this course will help you build job-ready skills. You’ll apply concepts to real-world examples using forms, templates, and payroll schedules aligned with current legislation and CRA guidelines.

No prior payroll experience required.

Course Outline

Week 1: Introduction to Payroll & Employment Standards

• Federal and provincial legislation

• Minimum wage, overtime, statutory holidays

Week 2: Payroll Fundamentals & Calculations

• Earnings types, deductions, taxable benefits
• Manual and software-based payroll calculations

Week 3: Employer Remittances & Record Keeping

• Source deductions (CPP, EI, tax)
• CRA accounts and remittance schedules

Week 4: Payroll Accounting & Year-End Reporting

• Payroll journal entries and financial statement impact
• T4s, ROEs, and reconciliation processes

Week 5: Termination, Vacation, and Review

• Vacation pay disputes and termination pay
• Final project presentation and exam review

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
✔ Interpret and apply employment standards and payroll legislation
✔ Accurately calculate gross-to-net pay including statutory deductions
✔ Prepare payroll remittances and year-end reporting
✔ Record payroll transactions in accounting records
✔ Demonstrate best practices in payroll compliance and administration

Format: Virtual, instructor-led sessions
Ideal For: HR professionals, accountants, small business owners, and career changers

Start your payroll journey—register today!

Course Instructor:

Oyindamola Olanrewaju is a Certified Payroll Practitioner with over six years of payroll management experience across the US, Canada, and the UK. Known for her practical teaching approach, she simplifies complex payroll concepts through real-world examples and hands-on tools like QuickBooks. Passionate about empowering learners, Oyindamola equips both beginners and experienced professionals re-entering the workforce with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their careers.

Payroll Accounting Training Certification:

The Payroll Accounting Training certificate will be issued by Skills for Change. Skills for Change (Career Skills) is a recognized training institution by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Trusted provider since 1998.

Tax Benefits

Skills for Change provides tax letters. You may be eligible for a refund of all or part of your course fees when filing your Canadian tax return.

Eligibility:

• 18+ years old
• Comfortable using a computer with a stable internet connection
• English language level CLB 6 or higher
• Basic understanding of accounting

📝 Registration is now open. Space is limited—sign up today to reserve your spot!

Microsoft Teams link to join the course will be sent to you 2 days before the course starts. If you have any questions, contact cssupport@skillsforchange.org