After studying Chapter 13, you will be able to:
- Define accounting terms related to payroll accounting, taxes, and reports.
- Identify accounting concepts and practices related to payroll accounting, taxes, and reports.
- Analyze payroll transactions and record a payroll.
- Record employer payroll taxes.
- Prepare selected payroll tax reports.
- Pay and record withholding and payroll taxes.
Lesson 13-2 Notes
- Obtain a copy of the notes handout.
- Read Lesson 13-2 on pages 373-377.
- As you read, utilize this presentation to help you fill in the missing parts on the handout.
Working Together 13-2
- Make a copy of this spreadsheet.
- Place this file in your Chapter 13 folder.
- Rename the file to Lesson 13-2 (Your Initials)
- Complete the spreadsheet according to the directions on page 377 or below.
On Your Own 13-2
- Payroll information taken from employee earnings records is given below. A form and general journal page are provided in the Lesson 13-2 spreadsheet. Work this problem independently. Following the instructions on page 377 or below.
Employee Name Accumulated Earnings, May 31 Total Earnings for June 1-15 Pay Period Caldwell, Sarah H. $6,020.00 $580.00 Easley, Benjamin P. $5,450.00 $620.00 Franks, John J. $8,420.00 $1,000.00
Self-Assessment 13-2
- Complete this self-assessment for Lesson 13-2. You can use your textbook and notes to complete this assessment.
Application Problem 13-2
- Using your Lesson 13-2 spreadsheet, click on the Application Problem 13-2 sheet at the bottom left, and complete the problem as directed on page 391 or below.