Bookkeeping and Payroll
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Bookkeeping and Payroll

Bookkeeping and Payroll often take place behind the scenes, but they are critical for keeping operations running smoothly and legally.

Professionals in these fields find many opportunities to contribute their knowledge and understanding in the day-to-day running of businesses. Every organization has a need to track expenditures; those skilled in bookkeeping practices are sure to find ample opportunities to hone their skills in an environment suited to their tastes.

Through the PayTrain program, utilized at Baruch CAPS and endorsed by the American Payroll Association, students master the skills necessary for working in payroll departments, ensuring that employees receive their correctly processed paychecks on time and without a glitch.

In order to help ensure your ability to assume a role within a Bookkeeping or Payroll function, Baruch College (CAPS) is committed to providing top-notch training by industry leaders.  Whether you are a new or seasoned financial records professional, you will have the opportunity to gain from the knowledge and know-how of people with years of experience, enabling you to approach new projects with maximized speed and impact.


The Bookkeeping Certificate, endorsed by the AIPB, prepares students to assume entry-level positions in accounts payable and accounts receivable departments, and other environments.