Australian Payroll Association

Payroll professionals, the future is promising yet challenging! As we approach 2025, essential skills in technology and management are crucial for success in a rapidly changing landscape. It’s important to master data analytics, adapt to automation, enhance leadership abilities, and ensure compliance—these are just a few of the priorities for staying ahead. Discover more about the skills that will shape the future of payroll success and learn how to be at the forefront of these changes! Read the full blog here: https://hubs.li/Q02WzlJl0 #FutureOfWork #HRTech #PayrollSkills #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA

𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 📢 - 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 (𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐎𝐔𝐓) On completion of this course, the learner will have a comprehensive knowledge of complex payroll legislation and calculations. This course is suitable for individuals who have had several years of experience in the payroll profession and want to ensure their knowledge of complex payroll legislation and calculations is up to date. Delivered in a virtual environment, this course allows for interaction with our experienced trainers and contains numerous practice activities, example situations, and interactive whiteboard demonstrations. At the end of this course, learners will: ✅Have up-to-date knowledge of long service leave rules for the 8 states and territories, including the entitlement to LSL and how to determine the rate of pay for a period of LSL ✅Know each of the elements which can make up a termination pay ✅Understand how to tax and report redundancies ✅Know what an Employment Termination Payment (ETP) is and how to tax and report an ETP, including any tax-free components ✅Know how to use the ETP Cap and Whole of Income Cap when taxing ETPs ✅Understand employer obligations under the Superannuation Guarantee Administration Act and the penalties for non-compliance ✅Have a comprehensive knowledge of superannuation including complexities in Ordinary Time Earnings and the maximum contribution base ✅Understand the impact of salary sacrifice arrangements and Reportable Employer Superannuation Contributions (RESC) ✅Have knowledge of the basics of Payroll Tax, including what is included as salary and wages, the payroll tax thresholds and rates for each state and territory, and how employing in multiple jurisdictions can impact payroll tax Course Cost: $950 per person -- Book online today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gQKYgEHd #Training #AustralianPayrollAssociation #AdvancedPayroll #Masterclass #PayrollManagement #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA

𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 📢 - 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐒 (𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐎𝐔𝐓) This course is suitable for individuals who have some basic payroll knowledge or for those who want to update their knowledge due to the many changes in legislation. The course covers the essential areas of payroll that you will need to know to process a payroll on a day to day basis and ensure that you up to date with the latest legislation. Delivered in a virtual environment, this course allows for interaction with our experienced trainers and contains numerous practice activities, example situations, and interactive whiteboard demonstrations. At the end of this course, learners will: ✅Have an understanding of the Australian Industrial Relations system, including the different types of employment, minimum wages, and how modern awards and agreements are used ✅Know how to apply the 12 National Employment Standards ✅Have knowledge of, and be able to calculate, leave entitlements such as annual leave, personal/carers leave, compassionate leave, parental leave, community service leave, and the basics of long service leave ✅Know the public holiday requirements for working or not working on a public holiday ✅Understand the PAYG Withholding tax system and how to calculate withholding on regular payments and also lump sum payments such as backpays and bonuses/commissions ✅Know how to tax basic termination pays, such as the marginal rate tax calculation on leave payments on termination ✅Have an understanding of different pay components such as allowances, employer obligations for deductions from an employee’s pay, and how to correctly process overpayments ✅Know the legal requirements of payslips and record-keeping obligations ✅Have introductory knowledge of superannuation, including the meaning of Ordinary Time Earnings, minimum payment obligations, and salary sacrifice contributions Course Cost: $950 per person -- Book online today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gQKYgEHd #Training #AustralianPayrollAssociationt #PayrollEssentials #Fundamentals #PayrollManagement #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA See less

𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 Want to improve your payroll abilities and maintain compliance with the most recent laws? Our November payroll training courses are designed to help you enhance your career in payroll management and human resources by honing your skills. 📅𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬: 1. Payroll Essentials 2. Advanced Payroll 3. Understanding the General Retail Industry Award 4. Understanding Modern Awards 5. Terminations Masterclass 6. Understanding the SCHADS award 7. Superannuation Masterclass 8. Long Service Leave Masterclass 9. Understanding the Hospitality Industry Award 🔗 Enroll now: https://hubs.li/Q02VYjLp0 Get ahead of the curve and take your payroll skills to the next level this November! #NovemberTraining #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #AustralianPayrollAssociation #APA

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 The 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 process aims to identify the best payroll technology solution aligned with the customer’s long-term people and pay strategy. It follows a structured methodology divided into phases and steps: 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝟏: End-to-End Walkthrough Risk Assessment Define Requirements 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝟐: Initial Market Scan 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝟑: Written Responses Scripted Workshops Scoring and Evaluation Negotiate Contract 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: The process results in the selection of the most suitable payroll technology solution that meets the customer’s strategic goals and requirements. Get in touch and be informed: https://hubs.li/Q02VqVYt0 #PayrollCompliance #HRTech #TechnologyProcurement #PayrollTransformation #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #AustralianPayrollAssociation #APA

🚨 3 days remain until the Advanced Payroll commences in Sydney! 🚨 Don’t miss out—secure your spot today and take your payroll knowledge to the next level! Location: Rydges World Square, 389 Pitt St, Sydney Course Cost: $995 per person -- Book online today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gQKYgEHd #Training #AustralianPayrollAssociation #AdvancedPayroll #Sydney #PayrollManagement #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA

𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 📢 - 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 This course is suitable for individuals responsible for the payment of Payroll Tax within their organisations. The course works through all the areas of Payroll Tax and will bring you up to date with the latest state and territory legislation. Delivered in a virtual environment, this course allows for interaction with our experienced trainers and contains numerous practice activities, example situations, and interactive whiteboard demonstrations. At the end of this course, learners will: ✅Have an understanding of what Payroll Tax is, including where and when it is payable ✅Understand the registration and lodgement processes ✅Know how employers may be grouped for Payroll Tax purposes ✅Know how to determine which pay elements are considered taxable wages for Payroll Tax purposes and what exemptions apply ✅Understand the different rates and thresholds and how to apply these over multiple jurisdictions ✅Understand how to calculate Payroll Tax, including using any applicable threshold deductions ✅Understand their Payroll Tax obligations for contractors and any exemptions that may be available ✅Learn the most common errors that occur when calculating Payroll Tax, and how to avoid these Course Cost: $540 per person -- Book online today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gezTxKXc #Training #AustralianPayrollAssociation #PayrollTaxMasterclass #PayrollManagement #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA

𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲: 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 We’re excited to share how Breakaway Toowoomba, a leading not-for-profit disability services provider, transformed its payroll operations with the help of 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞: Breakaway faced inefficiencies with manual payroll processes and compliance risks. They needed a streamlined, integrated solution to ensure accuracy and meet state and federal regulations. 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: APA conducted a comprehensive Payroll Process and Compliance review, providing: ✅ A recommendation to transition to a more suitable payroll system ✅ Identification of compliance vulnerabilities and governance improvements ✅ An integrated Time & Attendance (T&A) system aligned with CRM and scheduling platforms 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬: Breakaway now has: ✔️ Enhanced payroll accuracy ✔️ Streamlined processes ✔️ A clear roadmap for future improvements The streamlined process was delivered with minimal involvement from the Breakaway team, providing simplicity and clarity throughout. Get in touch and be informed: https://hubs.li/Q02VqRq70 #PayrollCompliance #PayrollTransformation #BreakawayToowoomba #SuccessStory #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #AustralianPayrollAssociation #APA

𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 The 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 service ensures that payroll outputs during system implementation accurately reflect pay conditions as outlined in industrial instruments. The main objectives are to interpret industrial instruments correctly and support payroll environment testing. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬 ✅Industrial Instrument Interpretation and Compliance: Ensures correct interpretation of pay codes, leave accruals, superannuation, termination calculations, and more. ✅Payroll Environment Testing: Supports testing to ensure the system accurately reflects payroll processes. 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬: ✅Discovery Documents: Verified and accurate before system build. ✅System Scenario Testing: Ensures accurate and compliant payroll outputs through user acceptance testing. ✅Parallel Run Analysis: Compares outputs of the new system with the legacy environment, identifying and resolving under or overpayments. ✅Post-Go Live Support: Assists in resolving any issues related to award interpretation after system launch. The process includes environment build, system testing, parallel run, and post-go-live support to ensure payroll continuity and accuracy. Get in touch and be informed: https://hubs.li/Q02TzhYZ0 #PayrollCompliance #SystemImplementationSupport #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #AustralianPayrollAssociation #APA

𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 📢 - 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 The knowledge obtained in this course will assist payroll professionals in identifying compliance issues in regards to their superannuation obligations and the steps required to rectify any issues found. Delivered in a virtual environment, this course allows interaction with our experienced trainers and contains numerous practice activities, example situations, and interactive whiteboard demonstrations. At the end of this course, learners will: ✅Understanding their obligations under the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 ✅Understand their minimum superannuation guarantee obligations, including any exemptions and also superannuation for contractors ✅Have knowledge of the choice of super fund legislation and how super stapling applies to both new and existing employees ✅Understand the meaning of Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) including some complex issues when determining whether payments are OTE ✅Be able to apply the Maximum Superannuation Contribution Base correctly ✅Understand what salary sacrifice contributions are and what it means to be an 'effective' salary sacrifice arrangement ✅Be able to accurately report their Reportable Employer Superannuation Contributions (RESC) ✅In the event of an underpayment issue, know how to calculate the superannuation guarantee shortfall and submit the Superannuation Guarantee Charge Statement to the ATO ✅Have knowledge of their Record-keeping obligations specific to superannuation Course Cost: $540 per person -- Book online today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gs3GB3Rs #Training #AustralianPayrollAssociation #SuperannuationMasterclass #PayrollManagement #PayrollProfessionals #Payroll #Australia #APA