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Payroll Accounting 2027, 37th Edition

Bernard J. Bieg, Bridget Stomberg

  • Copyright 2027
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Payroll Accounting 2027 37th Edition by Bernard J. Bieg/Bridget Stomberg
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Overview

Bieg/Stomberg's "Payroll Accounting 2027," 37th Edition guides students through the processes of calculating payroll, completing payroll taxes, and preparing payroll records. Students gain hands-on experience in payroll accounting by analyzing and applying today's payroll accounting laws and developments, both manually and with Excel. This edition features end-of-chapter problems aligned with in-text examples, making it easy for students to reference concepts during the learning process.

As they prepare for the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) from PayrollOrg, students explore a range of topics that support exam readiness, while building practical application skills.

Real-world examples, a comprehensive payroll project, Excel templates, author videos, and optional resources in CNOWv2 for “Payroll Accounting 2027,” help reinforce key concepts and strengthen understanding.

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Meet the Authors

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Bernard J. Bieg

After receiving his master's of business administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Notre Dame and passing the C.P.A. exam in the early 1970s, Bernard Bieg turned his attention toward a career in teaching. After teaching for 50 years at Bucks County Community College, he now enjoys his status as professor emeritus. During his teaching career, Professor Bieg taught the whole spectrum of accounting offerings, including payroll accounting. His association with this textbook began in 1977 as a co-author with one of the originators of this book, Bill Keeling.

Bridget Stomberg

Bridget Stomberg received her Ph.D. in accounting from the University of Texas at Austin in 2013, her master's in accounting (MAcc) from the University of Florida (2002) and her bachelor of science in accounting (BSAc) from the University of Florida (2000). Professor Stomberg worked in practice for seven years before beginning her Ph.D. program. She has taught multiple accounting and tax courses since 2013 and is currently a professor in the accounting department at Indiana University Bloomington.

What's New

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  • This edition’s virtual “As We Go To Press” section helps students stay up to date with the evolving world of accounting and taxation.

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  • Helpful details guide students through challenging payroll calculations, while updated "Show Me How" videos in CNOWv2 enhance understanding of complex tax calculations.
  • Updated Automated General Ledger Software problems give students hands-on experience processing payroll, maintaining databases, and generating entries and reports.
  • Problems accompanied by a corresponding step-by-step example enhance student understanding and learning.
  • Excel spreadsheet templates, Excel for Continuing Payroll Problems, the Comprehensive Payroll Project, and more offer students additional practice opportunities.
  • Updated resources in CNOWv2 include course management and homework tools, such as end-of-chapter quizzes, problems, and Show Me How videos, to enhance student comprehension.
  • The Washington Update helps students stay informed about integrated tax code and law changes, giving them skills to find the latest versions.
  • The Washington Update keeps students informed of integrated tax code and law changes. This resource equips students with skills to uncover the most current versions, preparing them for the present and future.

Table of Contents

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1. The Need for Payroll and Personal Records.
2. Computing Wages and Salaries.
3. Social Security Taxes.
4. Income Tax Withholding.
5. Unemployment Compensation Taxes.
6. Analyzing and Journalizing Payroll.
7. Payroll Project.
Appendix A: Excel Template Instructions for the Glo-Brite Payroll Project.
Appendix B: Payroll Project Using Online Automated General Ledger Software.
Tax Tables.
Check Figures.
Glossary.
Index.
Federal Payroll Taxes Calendar.

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  • ISBN-10: 8214059100
  • ISBN-13: 9798214059105
  • RETAIL $177.95
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