What is payroll?

Payroll

Payroll is the process of calculating, paying, and reporting employee total compensation, taxes, and withholdings. Payroll helps ensure employees are paid accurately while maintaining compliance with tax and labor requirements.

Example: A business processes payroll every two weeks, calculating employee earnings, withholding taxes, and issuing payments.

Related terms: Expenses, Cash Flow

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