Manage payrolls across Australia and New Zealand with CloudPayroll and iPayroll

Australia and New Zealand have always had close ties to one another, and within the world of business, it's no different. Plenty of businesses operate within both countries, which is great for unlocking new markets but can become a headache when managing multi-country payrolls. With varying tax laws, compliance requirements, and labour regulations, ensuring payroll accuracy and efficiency is far from straightforward.

Australian-based CloudPayroll and New Zealand's iPayroll are trusted payroll software platforms that work in tandem to streamline multi-country payroll. Discover how CloudPayroll can help your business pay employees across Australia and iPayroll across New Zealand.

Consistent user experience across both countries

For payroll teams managing systems with inconsistent interfaces or differing processes can cause confusion and increase the likelihood of errors. CloudPayroll and iPayroll address this issue by offering a consistent and user-friendly interface across both platforms designed with payroll teams in mind. This uniformity means your team can switch between managing payroll in Australia and New Zealand without having to learn an entirely new system.

• Ease of navigation: Both platforms feature a similar layout making common tasks like adding employees, processing pay runs or generating reports quick and straightforward.
• Employee self-service portals: Employees in both countries enjoy access to the Employee Kiosk portals with the same structure where they can view payslips, update some personal details, apply for leave and if applicable add hours worked for approval.
• Integrated features: Tools for managing leave, timesheets, and benefits operate in the same way across both systems, providing a seamless experience for administrators and employees alike.

By reducing the complexity of managing different systems, CloudPayroll and iPayroll allow payroll teams to focus on accuracy and efficiency rather than learning new workflows.

Tailored compliance with local legislation

Each country has unique tax and employment regulations, and ensuring compliance across borders is a major challenge for businesses managing multi-country payrolls. CloudPayroll and iPayroll address this by tailoring their solutions to the legislative requirements of Australia and New Zealand.

• Australia: CloudPayroll reports Single Touch Payroll (STP) and can automate the superannuation contributions. The platform also helps businesses ensuring that employee entitlements such as annual leave are calculated correctly.
• New Zealand: iPayroll is designed to handle the unique requirements of New Zealand's payroll landscape including PAYE tax deductions and KiwiSaver contributions. Automatic updates ensure you stay compliant with changing legislation, like the recent adjustments to minimum sick leave entitlements.

These tailored features reduce the burden of compliance ensuring that businesses remain up to date with evolving legislation without additional administrative effort.

Seamless transition for expanding businesses

Expanding your business across the Tasman can be a significant step forward but it often brings with it logistical challenges particularly around payroll. CloudPayroll and iPayroll simplify this process by making the transition between platforms smooth and efficient.

• Unified processes: The four-step payroll process used in CloudPayroll is mirrored in iPayroll meaning your team can continue to use familiar workflows when setting up payroll in New Zealand.
• Software integration: CloudPayroll integrates with a variety of other trusted established software so you can create an ecosystem best suited to your business.
• Feature consistency: Tools for scheduling pay runs, handling employee self-service requests, and generating reports work similarly across both platforms, ensuring business continuity.

For businesses expanding across the Tasman this cohesive approach to multi-country payroll reduces complexity and ensures a smooth transition.

Dedicated local support and guidance

When payroll issues arise having access to timely expert support can make all the difference. CloudPayroll and iPayroll provide dedicated local support teams in Australia and New Zealand, offering personalised assistance that some other providers often lack.

• Implementation assistance: From initial setup, then running parallel pay run, the local support teams guide you through every step, ensuring your payroll system is tailored to your business needs.
• Training resources: Payroll administrators receive comprehensive support and training to confidently manage payroll operations.
• Unlimited, ongoing free support: Whether you have a question about a pay run or need help resolving an error, support is available via phone or email, ensuring a quick resolution.

Our localised, customer-first approach ensures businesses can navigate payroll complexities with confidence, backed by teams who understand the intricacies of Australian and New Zealand payroll solution.

Simplified cross-country payroll reporting

Accurate reporting is critical for businesses managing multi-country payroll, and CloudPayroll and iPayroll provide the tools needed to track and analyse payroll data across Australia and New Zealand.

• Consolidated reporting: Access reports that compare payroll data, including total workforce costs, tax and super contributions.
• Data export options: Payroll data can be exported in formats compatible with accounting software like Xero (seamless), MYOB, QuickBooks, or Zoho, streamlining reconciliation processes.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Use payroll data to identify trends and forecast future costs, enabling smarter financial planning and improved decision-making.

These tools empower businesses with the insights they need to manage cross-country payroll effectively while maintaining compliance.

Get started with CloudPayroll and iPayroll

If your business operates in Australia and New Zealand, or you're planning to expand across the Tasman, CloudPayroll and iPayroll provide a reliable solution for managing multi-country payroll.

Contact our team today to learn more or schedule a free demonstration:

• Australia: Email sales@cloudpayroll.com.au or call +61 2 9042 2689 or +61 3 9670 0422
• New Zealand: Email sales@ipayroll.co.nz or call +64 4 472 2997