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APA FPC-Remote Exam Syllabus

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Before starting your FPC-Remote exam preparation, it is recommended to review the complete APA Fundamental Payroll Certification 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 FPC-Remote questions. We also provide premium FPC-Remote practice test, fully updated according to the latest exam objectives, to help you accurately assess your preparedness for the actual exam.

APA FPC-Remote Exam Objectives

Section Weight Objectives
Core Payroll Concepts 29%
  • Worker Status
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Employment Taxes
  • Employee Benefits
  • Employee / Employer Forms
  • Professional Responsibility
  • Methods and Timing of Pay
Compliance / Research and Resources 17%
  • Escheatment
  • Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
  • Reporting
  • Record Retention
  • Penalties
  • Global
Calculation of the Paycheck 24%
  • Compensation / Benefits
  • Fringe Benefits
  • Involuntary Deductions / Taxes
  • Voluntary Deductions
  • Employer Taxes and Contributions
  • Total Payroll
Payroll Process and Supporting Systems and Administration 7%
  • Maintain master file components
  • Concepts and Functionalities
  • Business Continuity Plan
Payroll Administration and Management 7%
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Intradepartmental Agreements
  • Customer Service and Communication
Audits 8%
  • Internal Controls
  • Payroll System Controls
  • Accounting Systems Controls
  • Audit Policies and Procedures
Accounting 8%
  • Financial Reporting
  • Accounting Principles
  • Payroll Journal Entry
  • Account Reconciliation
Official Information https://payroll.org/certification/certification/fundamental-payroll-certification-(fpc)/fpc-exam-outline