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APA CPP-Remote Exam Syllabus

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Before starting your CPP-Remote exam preparation, it is recommended to review the complete APA Certified Payroll Professional exam syllabus and carefully go through the exam objectives listed below. Once you understand the exam structure and objectives, you should practice using our free CPP-Remote questions. We also provide premium CPP-Remote practice test, fully updated according to the latest exam objectives, to help you accurately assess your preparedness for the actual exam.

APA CPP-Remote Exam Objectives

Section Weight Objectives
I Core Payroll Concepts 24%
  •     Worker Status
  •     Fair Labor Standards Act
  •     Employment Taxes
  •     Employee Benefits
  •     Employee / Employer Forms
  •     Professional Responsibility
  •     Methods and Timing of Pay
II Compliance / Research and Resources 16%
  •     Escheatment
  •     Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
  •     Reporting
  •     Record Retention
  •     Penalties
  •     Global
  •     Multi-state Taxation / Reporting
III Calculation of the Paycheck 20%
  •     Compensation / Benefits
  •     Fringe Benefits
  •     Involuntary Deductions / Taxes
  •     Voluntary Deductions
  •     Employer Taxes and Contributions
  •     Total Payroll
IV Payroll Process and Supporting Systems and Administration 12%
  •     Maintain Master File Components
  •     Concepts and Functionalities
  •     Business Continuity Plan
  •     Technology Evaluation
  •     Upgrade / Implementation Knowledge
  •     System Maintenance / Updates
  •     System / Project Implementations
V Payroll Administration and Management 10%
  •     Policies and Procedures
  •     Management Skills and Practices
  •     Customer Service and Communication
  •     Staffing, Employee Development, and Core Competencies
VI Audits 9%
  •     Internal Controls
  •     Payroll System Controls
  •     Accounting System Controls
  •     Audit Policies and Procedures
  •     Third Party Controls
VII Accounting 9%
  •     Financial Reporting
  •     Accounting Principles
  •     Payroll Journal Entry
  •     Account Reconciliation
Official Information https://www.americanpayroll.org/education-certification/certification/certified-payroll-professional-(cpp)