A Withholding Payer Number (WPN) is allocated to those that have withholding obligations under Pay As You Go (PAYG) but do not have an Australian Business Number (ABN).
No ABN. No problem. CloudPayroll makes STP, PAYG, and superannuation simple for WPN users.
The ATO issues a WPN to individuals and some organisations that need to withhold tax (PAYG) but don't have an Australian Business Number (ABN). WPNs are commonly used by:
If you're paying wages under a WPN, you have obligations, including Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting (not compulsory), PAYG withholding, and superannuation. CloudPayroll can help, to learn more check out our Guide to Payroll for WPN Holders.
Whether you're a first-time employer or supporting someone through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), CloudPayroll simplifies payroll from start to finish. Our powerful features save you time, cut down on errors, and give you confidence that payroll is done right. With automation, secure reporting, and friendly local support managing WPN payroll has never been faster, or easier.
Setting up payroll for the first time can feel overwhelming, but with CloudPayroll, you're never on your own. Our dedicated local Implementation Team will configure your account specifically for WPN use, ensuring all tax, super, and employee settings are correct from day one. Our local knowledgeable Support Team is available, with free, unlimited help via phone or email whenever you need it.
CloudPayroll streamlines STP and PAYG reporting every time you run a pay, with payroll data prepared and ready for lodgement. For WPN holders STP lodgement moves to registered Tax or BAS agents from July 2026, we can connect you with trusted partners to submit, if required. PAYG is calculated using the latest ATO tax tables, with clear, accurate reporting to support your records.
Our automated super payments are SuperStream and Payday Super compliant in CloudPayroll, or you can download reports for your own clearing house. Leave entitlements are tracked automatically, with employees able to view balances and submit requests through the Employee Kiosk, which sync directly into payroll upon approval.
Need a way to track hours worked? Enable Timelogs, and employees can enter start and finish times or total hours through our app or browser. The system calculates hours automatically, and managers can approve entries with a single click. You can also code time entries to jobs, roles, or cost centres for more detailed reporting.
CloudPayroll is purpose-built for individuals and organisations using a Withholding Payer Number (WPN) instead of an ABN. Our system manages compliance requirements from PAYG to super and leave in one user-friendly platform. We can also help you lodge your STP report to the ATO. No need for spreadsheets, third-party tools or payroll guesswork.
