July-September super contributions must be received (by fund) by 28th October.
Ensure all pay runs are processed for the September quarter, before you attempt to make payment.
Closely held employees (owners and their families) will also need to be included.
Don’t forget minimum rates of super should be 10% of wages.
Does anyone really understand personal / carers leave (Sick leave in the old lingo)?
Well here is the official explanation from FairWork
Employees can’t usually take sick leave to get vaccinated against COVID-19. This is because the entitlement to sick leave under the National Employment Standards is only available when an employee is unfit for work because they are ill or injured.
We have a new process for employee onboarding staff on Boss/Employee Exchange Day!
We are now using a program called Tanda for easy and paperless employee onboarding.
Sing out if you have any questions when it comes time to exchange wages for labour in your business.
Not sure of the best way to keep your employees safe and protect your business?
FairWork has update their website with more info on Australian workplace laws and COVID.
Sun. Sea. Sand. That sounds like a lovely holiday! Here in Sydney we can only imagine. While we might not be playing in the sand, we shouldn’t be burying our heads in the sand either.
You may need to review your setup to keep your head above water. You might be considering standing down your employees as the workplace is closed – make sure you stay on the right side of FairWork,
So you want to stand down your employees during the lockdown – make sure you follow FairWork guidelines. They have updated their website today.
Have you thought about hiring an intern? As a small business owner, wouldn’t it be wonderful to get some free labour from someone who needs experience in your industry?
But before you bring someone into your business make sure you are on the right side of fairwork!
STP finalisation for staff is due by 31st July – make sure you reconcile your payroll accounts BEFORE you press the button.
If we manage the whole payroll shebang for you, we have reconciled your accounts and need your permission to finalise – make sure you review and sign.
If we are supporting you, but you are the STP submitter for your business, we have sent you instructions on how to finalise.
Who? What? When? Where? Why? Reach out if you need a hand to sort out your payroll!
Government grants just announced – very little detail available at the moment
New grants program for micro businesses
‘Jobsaver’ employee retention scheme providing cashflow support to businesses to help them retain staff.
An extension to the previously announced business grants
Speak to your licenced expert about your business situation and to keep up with unfolding details
Disgruntled workers aren’t great in your business, but how do you keep your workers gruntled?
Are they wanting flexible working conditions?
When granting flexible options for your team – make sure you are not up for unexpected extra costs.
