Module 02: Staffing the Payroll Department

Course overview

Updated in 2026

Payroll is one of the most essential functions in any organisation — it ensures employees are paid correctly, on time, and in line with laws and company policy. This course matters because accurate payroll protects your business from costly errors and builds trust with staff.

In this course, you will gain practical knowledge of payroll systems, procedures, controls, and recordkeeping. You’ll learn how payroll departments work, how to track employee time and compensation, how benefits tie into payroll, and how to design effective payroll systems.

Completing this course prepares you for real entry-level payroll roles such as Payroll Clerk or Payroll Administrator in the UK. These jobs earn around £27,000–£28,000 per year on average. More advanced roles like Payroll Manager can pay around £59,665 per year (£29 per hour) depending on experience and location.

Course Curriculum

• Module 01: Basic Functions of the Payroll Department
• Module 02: Staffing the Payroll Department
• Module 03: Employee Time Tracking
• Module 04: Compensation
• Module 05: Benefits and the Payroll Department
• Module 06: Payroll Procedures and Controls
• Module 07: Payroll Recordkeeping
• Module 08: Creating a Payroll System
• Module 09: Payroll Management Basics

Key Features:

• CPD Accredited
• Developed by Specialist
• Lifetime Access