Childcare Payroll Compliance Checklist for Australian Childcare Centres

Is Your Childcare Service Payroll Compliant?

Payroll is one of the largest expenses for childcare providers and one of the most common areas where compliance issues arise.

With changing award rates, superannuation obligations and staffing requirements, it's important to regularly review your payroll processes.

Childcare Payroll Compliance Checklist

✅ Employee records are current

✅ Employment contracts are on file

✅ Award classifications have been reviewed

✅ Casual and permanent staff are correctly classified

✅ Superannuation is paid on time

✅ Leave balances are accurate

✅ Timesheets are maintained

✅ Single Touch Payroll reporting is up to date

✅ Salary sacrifice arrangements are documented

✅ Payroll reconciles with financial reports

Common Payroll Mistakes

• Incorrect employee classifications

• Underpayment of casual rates

• Missing superannuation obligations

• Incorrect leave calculations

• Inadequate record keeping

Need Help?

Our Payroll Services and Childcare Accounting services can help ensure your systems remain compliant and accurate.