Rippling manages end-of-year STP submissions by allowing employers to complete the STP finalisation process directly through its payroll platform. By July 14, after completing all payroll activities for the financial year, employers can navigate to the Global Payroll app, review and confirm employee earnings data, and lodge an STP finalisation event with the ATO.

Yes! Rippling’s payroll software supports paying international contractors, employees, or EORs as part of your payroll operations. Unlike other payroll solutions that only handle local payroll and require additional expensive software, Rippling Global Payroll allows you to hire, pay, and manage your entire workforce, both local and international, all in one platform.

Yes, Rippling's payroll software complies with ATO regulations. As an ATO-certified DSP (Digital Service Provider), Rippling meets all required standards for tax reporting, superannuation submissions, and other payroll processes set by the ATO.

Yes, Rippling offers cloud payroll software that allows businesses to manage payroll processes from anywhere. Rippling’s cloud-based payroll system integrates with accounting software and other HR tools, ensuring seamless handling of payroll operations. It automates tax filings, benefits management, and payments for employees, both locally and globally, all while streamlining payroll processes in a single unified platform.

Single Touch Payroll (STP) streamlines payroll reports by automatically sending employee tax and superannuation data to the ATO with each pay run. It eliminates the need for year-end summaries, improves accuracy, and helps businesses stay compliant with tax regulations.

1. In-house payroll: An internal payroll department manages this option. While it offers full control and immediate oversight of payroll processes, it often requires manually entering data into multiple tools, which can be time-consuming, prone to errors, and inefficient, especially as a business grows.
2. Outsourced payroll: By outsourcing payroll to a third-party provider, companies can offload complex tasks like tax filing and compliance. This frees up internal resources, but an outsourced payroll system can be expensive and less practical for small to mid-sized businesses, limiting control over the payroll process and adding a layer of dependency.
3. Payroll software: Cloud payroll software strikes the perfect balance by combining control with automation and efficiency. Businesses manage payroll in-house while streamlining payroll processes through a fully integrated system. It removes the need for manual data entry, reduces manual errors, and saves time. Its cloud-based access from any device increases flexibility and productivity. Additionally, it’s typically more affordable than outsourcing, making it the most balanced and cost-effective solution.

The best payroll software in Australia is one that combines ease of use, compliance with local regulations, and the ability to manage both local and international employees. Rippling stands out as a leading payroll system in Australia because it integrates payroll with HR management, automates complex processes, and ensures full ATO compliance.

Rippling’s cloud payroll software allows businesses to manage payroll, taxes, superannuation, and benefits in one platform, making it an excellent choice for businesses of all sizes looking for efficiency and flexibility in their payroll operations.

Yes, Rippling offers Single Touch Payroll for Australian businesses. As an ATO-certified Digital Service Provider, Rippling automates STP reporting, submitting employee salary, wage, superannuation contributions, and PAYG withholding details to the ATO with every pay run.

With Rippling’s STP-enabled software, employers can also handle STP Phase 2 requirements, such as reporting income types, termination reasons, and tax treatment codes, while simplifying end-of-year finalisation and reducing administrative burdens.

Rippling operates out of 135 King Street, Level 19 in Sydney, which functions as their Asia-Pacific headquarters. This location supports Rippling's services for businesses across Australia​.