Payroll Encyclopedia
Welcome to our Payroll Encyclopedia. Your very own library of free resources to help you understand the complex world of payroll and future-proof your business.
How payroll works for small businesses
Payroll can be a time-consuming and daunting task for many small business owners – but we’re here to change that.
There are two things you need to set your business up for success:
A trustworthy payroll intermediary that understands your business’ needs, and
a solid understanding of how payroll works in NZ.
If you’ve ticked off the first, you’ve come to the right place. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about payroll as a small business owner in Aotearoa New Zealand – and more.
Guides
Grow your confidence and stay compliant with our simple, down-to-earth payroll guides.
Guide to NZ Payroll
Familiarise yourself with key payroll legislation so you can avoid unwanted fines and protect your business’ future.
Payroll Glossary
Payroll is full of jargon that as a small business owner, you might not be familiar with. Get up to speed on the essential terms.
Public Holidays
Learn how to pay your staff over public holidays so that you can fill your long weekend with good things.
Test your knowledge
Challenge your payroll knowledge with our library of interactive quizzes and games.
Videos
Learn the ropes from our very own payroll experts as they break down the ‘need to knows’ for you and your business.
Blogs
Grow your payroll knowledge and catch up on the latest news with our latest blog posts.
4 Easy Ways to Secure Your Payroll Account Today
To kick off Payroll Security Month, we’re sharing some easy ways to protect your payroll account so that your private information stays private.
5 Payroll Mistakes to Avoid This Christmas
Get to know some of the common Christmas payroll mistakes so that you can get some well-deserved R&R this holiday season.
The Ins and Outs of Annual Reporting for NZ Charities
Get to know the ins and outs of annual reporting for charities in Aotearoa New Zealand so that when your balance date arrives, you don’t even have to think twice.
Choosing a PAYE Intermediary
NZ payroll can be complex – especially as a new business owner. Find out how you can save on resources AND stay compliant with a PAYE Intermediary.
NZ Payroll: Your Starter Kit
When you’re new to payroll, it can be overwhelming at first. Set yourself up for success with our simple guide to starting to payroll in NZ.
Running Your First Pay
Ready to run payroll for the first time? Follow our step-by-step guide to make sure your employees get paid correctly.
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