December 17, 2025 | Quebec

Payroll: An Essential Business Function

Payroll is one of the most important financial responsibilities within an organization. The Financial Management – LEA.AC program at CDI College trains students to handle payroll processing accurately while meeting all administrative, legal, and fiscal requirements.

Students learn to perform salary calculations, apply deductions, and prepare government reports using modern accounting software.

Practical Learning for Payroll Processing

The Payroll course is a core component of the program. Students learn every step of the payroll process — from initial calculation to final remittance — through a hands-on approach. They acquire the skills to:

• calculate gross and net wages;
• apply mandatory deductions (QPP, QPIP, EI, income taxes, etc.);
• prepare records of employment, T4s, and Relevé 1 slips;
• process remittances to government agencies;
• ensure accuracy and compliance in all payroll reports.

This practical training enables students to perform payroll tasks in accordance with Quebec and Canadian administrative standards.

Digital Tools for Modern Payroll

Payroll today depends on automation and accuracy. The Financial Management – LEA.AC program includes training in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications to streamline processes. Students learn to:

• build payroll templates and reports with Microsoft Excel;
• prepare administrative documents with Microsoft Word;
• summarize results and analyses with Microsoft PowerPoint;
• use accounting software to record and verify payroll transactions.

Graduates are ready to adapt to workplaces where digital payroll systems are standard practice.

Industry-Recognized Skills and Certification Alignment

Payroll professionals are in high demand across Canada. Graduates of the Financial Management – LEA.AC program acquire the technical and practical knowledge required to manage payroll processes accurately across all business sectors:

• accounting firms;
• small and large businesses;
• finance and administration departments;
• public and non-profit organizations.

Additionally, this program meets the requirements for the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification offered by the National Payroll Institute (NPI), thereby reinforcing its alignment with Canadian payroll industry standards.

Graduates are prepared for roles such as payroll clerk, accounting technician, administrative assistant, or bookkeeping professional.

CDI College: Training Aligned with Canadian Payroll Standards

The Financial Management – LEA.AC program at CDI College provides students with hands-on experience in computerized payroll and accounting management. Offered through distance learning or on campus, it blends accuracy, technology, and personalized support.

By introducing practices recognized by the National Payroll Institute (NPI), this program prepares students to meet Canadian industry standards and employer expectations. Graduates are well-prepared to assume specialized roles where precision and digital expertise are essential assets.

👉 Learn more about the Financial Management – LEA.AC program at CDI College

FAQ

1. What topics are covered in the Payroll course?
Students learn to calculate salaries, apply deductions, and produce required fiscal and government reports.

2. Are payroll software tools used in the training?
Yes. Students train with accounting software and tools such as Microsoft Excel to automate payroll calculations.

3. Does the program prepare students for a professional certification?
Yes. It meets the requirements of the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute (NPI).