Manage payrolls across New Zealand and Australia with iPayroll and CloudPayroll

New Zealand and Australia 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.

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

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. iPayroll and CloudPayroll 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 New Zealand and Australia without having to learn an entirely new system.

• Ease of navigation: Both platforms feature a similar layout making common tasks for example 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 portal with the same structure where they can view payslips, update 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, iPayroll and CloudPayroll 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. iPayroll and CloudPayroll address this by tailoring their solutions to the legislative requirements of New Zealand and Australia.

• 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.
• 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.

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. iPayroll and CloudPayroll simplify this process by making the transition between platforms smooth and efficient.

• Unified processes: The four-step payroll process used in iPayroll is mirrored in CloudPayroll meaning your team can continue to use familiar workflows when setting up payroll in Australia.
• Software integration: iPayroll 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. iPayroll and CloudPayroll provide dedicated local support teams in New Zealand and Australia, offering personalised assistance that some other providers often lack.

• Implementation assistance: From initial setup, then running a parallel pay run, the local Support Team’s 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 New Zealand and Australian payroll.

Simplified cross-country payroll reporting

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

• 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 Books, 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 iPayroll and CloudPayroll

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

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

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