Payroll is a core function in human resources departments everywhere. Complex tax and labor laws can make it seem daunting, but with the right tools and techniques, your payroll can function like a well-oiled machine. Join HR consultant and instructor Gabriella Parente-Neubert as she shows you how to set up and administer payroll, covering some of the most common topics, from fundamental entitlements all the way to employer compliance.

Get tips on classifying workers, understanding exempt versus nonexempt employees, retaining records for future access, and picking a payroll system. Gabriella reviews the details of sick leave, vacation time, maternity and paternity leave, jury duty, the role of benefits in compensation, and how to process final wages in the event of termination. Using her guidance, you'll be able to build a successful payroll system that ensures your employees are paid equitably, correctly, and punctually every time.