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CloudPayroll Mini

Running a startup or small team? CloudPayroll Mini is the simple payroll tool for small businesses you’ve been looking for: low-cost, fully ATO compliant, and ready to scale with you. Whether you’re paying one employee or five, we’ll take care of the admin so you can focus on growth.

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CloudPayroll Mini

Why choose CloudPayroll Mini?

Built for 1–5 employees

Our Mini plan delivers all the essentials you need and none of the extras you don’t. It’s the best payroll for startups with lean teams, closely held businesses, or family-run operations.

Quarterly pay option

Only need to pay yourself or one other employee a few times a year? We’ve got you covered with a quarterly payroll run that fits your cash flow and schedule.

Single Touch Payroll (STP) compliant

We make STP compliant payroll for founders effortless. Lodge payroll data directly with the ATO in real time and stay on top of your obligations.

Unlimited local support

Our local Support Team of payroll experts provide personalised support, from onboarding and pay runs to ATO setup and general enquiries. You'll never have to manage payroll alone.

Smart features for startups and small businesses

CloudPayroll Mini gives you the power of a full payroll system without the clutter. Every feature is built to save you time, reduce risk, and make compliance effortless for small teams and solo operators.

Real-time ATO reporting

Stay effortlessly compliant with built-in Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting. Every time you process a pay run, CloudPayroll automatically submits the required data to the ATO securely. No manual uploads, no missed deadlines, and no last-minute stress.

Real-time ATO reporting

Auto-updates with tax and super changes

Tax and superannuation rules are always evolving, and trying to keep up can be a full-time job. CloudPayroll Mini takes care of it for you. We automatically adjust your system to reflect the latest PAYG rates, super thresholds, and compliance requirements, so you never have to worry about outdated calculations or accidental errors. Stay compliant without lifting a finger.

Employee Kiosk and mobile access

Easy-to-use platform

Forget clunky software and complex spreadsheets. CloudPayroll Mini is designed for simplicity, speed, and total ease of use. You don’t need to be a payroll pro; just log in, follow a few guided steps, and you’re done. Set up pay runs, view summaries, and make changes in minutes. It’s perfect for time-strapped founders and operators who want to run lean without sacrificing accuracy.

Easy-to-use platform

Secure, cloud-based access

Run payroll from wherever work happens, whether that’s the office, your kitchen table, or on the go. CloudPayroll is 100% cloud-based, meaning your data is always up to date, securely backed up, and accessible from any device. No software installs, no IT headaches, just safe, flexible access whenever you need it.

Secure, cloud-based access

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Big benefits for small teams

CloudPayroll Mini packs everything small businesses need into one smart, simple platform. Whether you’re paying yourself, a few employees, or a mix of contractors, CloudPayroll Mini makes compliance effortless and streamlines admin for your business. Best of all, you’ll have unlimited access to real human support when you need it.

It’s the startup-friendly payroll platform that saves time, reduces risk, and grows with your business without the excessive costs or complexity.

 

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