Question 1

What payroll and PAYE support do you provide?

Accepted Answer

We can help with payroll setup, PAYE calculations, KiwiSaver, payday filing, payroll processing and reconciliations, depending on the needs of your team and software.

Question 2

What is payday filing and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

After each pay run, employers send the pay, PAYE and employee information to Inland Revenue electronically. We can set up the payroll calendar, check the employee details and make sure the filing is submitted on time rather than corrected later.

Question 3

Can you help when my team or pay arrangements change?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can help update payroll settings, review new employee information, check leave and deductions, and make sure the process still works as your business grows.

Question 4

How do I set up payroll for my first employee in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

We can help collect the employee information, configure pay settings, set up PAYE and KiwiSaver details and establish a payday filing process before the first pay run.

Question 5

What PAYE deductions does an employer need to manage?

Accepted Answer

PAYE can sit alongside items such as KiwiSaver, student loan, child-support or other authorised deductions. The correct settings depend on employee information and the relevant instructions.

Question 6

How does KiwiSaver work through payroll?

Accepted Answer

Employers generally need to manage employee and employer contribution settings for eligible employees. We can help check the payroll configuration and keep records aligned with the employment information.

Question 7

How should annual holidays and sick leave be recorded?

Accepted Answer

Leave needs to be tracked using the employee’s working pattern, pay history and the applicable employment rules. We can help keep the payroll records consistent, but employment-law questions may need specialist advice.

Question 8

What is the difference between an employee and a contractor for payroll?

Accepted Answer

The label in an agreement is not the only factor. The actual working relationship matters, and the wrong classification can affect PAYE, leave and other obligations. We can help identify when specialist employment advice is needed.

Question 9

What happens if a payroll or payday filing error is found?

Accepted Answer

We trace the source, correct the payroll records and assess whether an amended filing or employee communication is needed. The right action depends on the type and timing of the error.

Question 10

Can you run payroll for a small business remotely?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can work with cloud payroll and accounting systems, agree approval cut-offs and keep the business owner informed about pay, PAYE and upcoming obligations.

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