Book excerpt: Gain first-hand experience and the foundation you need to calculate payroll, complete payroll taxes, and prepare payroll records and reports. Bieg/Toland�s market-leading PAYROLL ACCOUNTING 2021 introduces the latest payroll laws and developments. You focus on practical applications rather than theory as you complete hands-on exercises. Detailed examples and real business applications demonstrate the importance of skills you are learning. Each example or illustration corresponds to a specific problem so you can easily follow the steps to solve the problem. An extensive project in the last chapter lets you apply what you�ve learned as a payroll accountant. This edition also covers the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) from the American Payroll Association. Digital resources further ensure a thorough understanding of payroll for success both now and throughout your business career.