List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
on at least one occasion establish procedures for payroll management
on at least two occasions prepare payroll, authorise payment and administer salary records.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
document steps undertaken to establish payroll system
use data and calculations to reconcile salaries, wages and deductions according to all legislative and organisational requirements
create accurate payroll management records.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
key provisions of relevant legislation, standards, regulations and codes of practice that may affect aspects of payroll operations
key features of policies and procedures relevant to payroll processes
key methods of calculating gross pay and annual salary using nominal awards, contracts and government legislation
processes associated with Single Touch Payroll (STP).
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.
This includes access to:
workplace equipment and resources relevant to performance evidence
relevant organisational policies and procedures
organisational financial data
payroll system.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.