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Graduate as an Accounting and Payroll Administrator (APA) in 38 weeks
If you are passionate about Accounting and Payroll Administration (APA), it can be the gateway into several important career avenues. APA professionals will always have steady work as long as businesses are around.
If you’re looking to join the world of business or finance, getting APA training can open doors for you to enter those sectors. Another exciting aspect is that you could work in virtually any industry that interests you, as almost all businesses need APA professionals to maintain payroll.
APA professionals will always be in demand despite fluctuating markets. If you are precise and enjoy working with numbers, you can join this rewarding profession.
Invaluable APA Skills
During the APA program, you will learn how to:
Keep financial records and establish, maintain, and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers, and prepare financial statements
Calculate and prepare cheques for payrolls and for utility, tax, and other bills
Complete and submit tax remittance forms, workers’ compensation forms, pension contribution forms, and other government documents
Prepare tax returns and perform other personal bookkeeping services
Prepare other statistical, financial, and accounting reports
Prepare employee payroll and government payroll filing
Become Qualified in Accounting and Payroll Administration
Oxford College’s APA program is affiliated with the National Payroll Institute (NPI). Throughout this program, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative requirements to manage an organization’s compliance requirements. When you complete the three courses, you may choose to continue the path to getting certified. If you get certified, you join a growing community of supportive professionals and gain access to the resources you need to stay current and compliant.
Countless Career Opportunities
Graduates are employed throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed. Upon completion of the program, you may find employment as:
- Payroll Administrator
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Analyst
If you have a proactive mindset coupled with experience, you could even open your own business.
Accounting and Payroll Administration Salary
$46,800
Median Annual Salary
82%
Employment Rate*
- Graduates hired by public firms, small businesses & banks
- Three core program modules are licensed by the National Payroll Institute (NPI)
- Advance into Staff Accounting, Financial Auditing, Office Management, and much more!
*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Oxford College graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
Source: workingincanada.gc.ca
Available Learning Options
Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
Program details
If you’re looking to pursue an administrative role in a professional business environment, then start on the path to a career in accounting and payroll which places you in demand in both small and large companies.
As an Accounting & Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for using administrative software to ensure that employees, in any given company, are working their designated hours, their cheques are being cut correctly, and that they’re being paid in a timely manner.
Through our payroll courses, you’ll learn to apply payroll legislation, calculate pay and use administrative software to ensure that employees are working their designated hours, and that cheques are being cut accurately. With our accounting courses, you will learn accounting concepts and procedures such as cash flow, assets and liabilities, financial management, banking procedures, analyzing business transactions, and how to properly set up and engage with different ledgers form part of this through program. You’ll also get hands-on training on how to set up banking and tax service modules in Sage 300.
Students enrolled in this accounting and payroll program program receive:
- Training on the latest software applications required by employers
- Career service assistance including Sage 300
- Free software subscriptions for Microsoft Office and Windows
Graduates of this accounting and payroll program will be able to pursue the National Payroll Institute’s Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation. This will help graduates gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative requirements to keep their organization compliant throughout the annual payroll cycle. When designated, graduates can join a growing community of supportive professionals and gain access to the resources needed to stay current and compliant.
PCP designation requires three core payroll courses, an Introduction to Accounting course transfer credit, and one year of weighted payroll work experience:
- Payroll Compliance Legislation
- Payroll Fundamentals 1– Prerequisite: Payroll Compliance Legislation
- Payroll Fundamentals 2– Prerequisites: Payroll Compliance Legislation and Payroll Fundamentals 1
- Introduction to Accounting– must be completed at a post-secondary institution
- PCP Work Experience Requirement Application (WERA)– a minimum of one year weighted payroll work experience
All PCP courses, including the Introduction to Accounting transfer credit course, require a passing grade of 65%.
For more information, visit www.payroll.ca.
Course Listings: Accounting and Payroll Administrator
- GEES 106 – Essential Skills I
- GEES 107 – Essential Skills II
- GEES 108 – Essential Skills III
- BABK 100 – Bookkeeping & Financial Accounting: Level I
- BABK 200 – Bookkeeping & Financial Accounting: Level II
- BAIA 100 – Intermediate Accounting
- ITWP 100 – Word Processing with MS Word
- ITSS 101 – Spreadsheets with MS Excel: Level I
- ITSS 201 – Spreadsheets with MS Excel: Level II
- BACA 100 – Computerized Accounting with QuickBooks
- BASI 106 – Simply Accounting
- BAPA 101 – Payroll Compliance Legislation
- BAPA 201 – Payroll Fundamentals I
- BAPA 301 – Payroll Fundamentals II
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary Student Diploma (OSSD)
OR
Mature Student Status with Wonderlic
National Payroll Institute Membership
Three of the core modules of the APA program are licensed by the National Payroll Institute (NPI). The CPA offers the only payroll certifications in Canada. Earning the CPA’s Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification shows that you meet the high professional standards of the NPI, which employers look for. Gaining this certification shows you are capable and competent, and it can open employment opportunities to you.
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
Testimonials
“ As per the instructors, the saying holds true that a good school is a reflection of the quality of the instructors and faculty, in the same way, a good student is a testimonial or a true reflection of the instructors he or she has gone through. Oxford College instructors are excellent and this has been demonstrated over and again as true excellence and genuine care in your correspondences.“
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Frequently Asked Questions about Accounting and Payroll
How to become an accountant
To become an accountant in Ontario, enroll in an accounting program or a related field, ensuring it’s from an accredited institution. Next, work towards the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, which involves taking preparatory courses, gaining relevant work experience, passing the Common Final Exam (CFE), and fulfilling ethics and practical experience requirements.
Once you’ve completed the CPA program, register with CPA Ontario and engage in ongoing professional development. With your CPA designation, you can seek employment in various sectors or even establish your own accounting practice. Requirements may evolve, so consult with CPA Ontario for the latest details.
How much do payroll accountants make?
The salary of a payroll accountant in Ontario can vary depending on several factors including experience, education, location, and the specific employer. According to Job Bank, the average hourly rate is $27, which can go up to $38.