Day: February 25, 2026

The following describes a process in the payroll system at Alex Manufacturing Ltd.

For the process, select whether the issue represents a strength, a deficiency, has no impact or has no material impact on the system.

• The payroll is prepared by a payroll clerk from hours worked information on a standard payroll IT package. The payroll is checked against individual records automatically by the system. The payroll is approved by the financial controller.

Select ONE answer:

1. No impact
2. No material Impact
3. Strength
4. Deficiency

Show your workings to arrive at your answer, and explain and justify your reasons:

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This multiple-choice question is suitable for Accounting KS5 classes.

The answer is 3

1. Not correct
2. Not correct
3. Correct – Process has elements of performance review and authorisation.
4. Not correct

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