Payroll Tax

Payroll Tax is a mandatory government tax deducted from employees' earnings and matched by employers, used to fund social security, healthcare, and unemployment benefits. Coursera's Payroll Tax catalogue guides you through the fundamentals and intricacies of managing and understanding this key aspect of business finance. You'll learn about various aspects such as calculating payroll taxes, understanding tax laws, filing and remitting payroll taxes to respective government authorities. Additionally, you'll gain knowledge on the implications of non-compliance, payroll tax forms, and nuances of payroll tax in different jurisdictions. This skill will be valuable for roles such as payroll manager, HR specialist, business owner, or anyone involved in financial operations of a business.