Australia Payroll Guide

Q: How does payroll work in Australia?

Employers must contribute into a retirement fund, called Superannuation. This is a fixed percentage of an employee’s gross salary. The current rate is 10%, having increased from 9.5% on 1st July 2021.

Q: How long is a working week?

A maximum working week in Australia is 38 hours. Employers can make “reasonable” requests for employees to work additional hours, but overtime usually carries a premium or provides an employee with additional time off.

Q: What about dismissing an employee?

Employment rights are strict in Australia and we suggest consulting one of our local lawyers for more information. Severance pay is required to employees with a year’s service or more. Exact figures vary depending on the length of service.

Hire employees in Australia

Currency

Australian Dollar (AUD)

Population

25,771,300

Capital

Canberra

Official language(s)

English

Date format

dd/mm/yyyy

Fiscal year

1 July - 30 June

Why use PeoplePay?

Guaranteed Compliance

Robust, compliant payroll and hiring supported by a dedicated Account Manager.

Local Expertise

Avoid international payroll and hiring pitfalls including language barriers, regulations and employment laws.

Lower Costs

Reduced administration, no need for an in-country team, and consolidated, outsourced payroll.

Australia Payroll

Get peace of mind with a streamlined, fully-managed payroll solution for 1+ employees.

Australia HR

Helping you hire compliantly, steering you through the local HR laws and regulations.

Australia Payments

Consolidated, one-wire transfers to cover your entire global workforce – at competitive rates.

Australia Payroll & HR Solutions

PeoplePay Global are here to assist with all your Payroll and HR requirements in Australia

In-Country Employment Contracts

Creation of locally-compliant Australian employment agreements, ensuring you and your employees are protected in-country. Our experts in Australia will create your bespoke agreement.

Payroll Processing

With global knowledge and local proficiency, we provide a fully-managed payroll solution that handles all the complex tasks, leaving you to focus on your business.

Tax and Labor Law

Australia’s complex legislation can be daunting. Our in-country specialists are an extended member of your team, steering you safely through tax and labor law.

Regulatory Compliance

Our in-country professionals provide a wealth of experience and expertise in Payroll & HR compliance, ensuring your venture complies with ever-changing legislation.

Start-Up Implementation

We’ll ensure you’re operational promptly in accordance with local law, advising on the best route for your business, whether it’s via a legal entity or foreign registration.

Declarations and Audits

Our local specialists will manage and submit annual declarations on your behalf, guaranteeing accurate and prompt reporting to the authorities and also providing support for audits.

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