DARLING DOWNS BOOKKEEPING COMPANY

PAYROLL SERVICES IN TOOWOOMBA

  • Over 20 years of bookkeeping experience
  • Competitive rates & free consultations
  • Delivering services remotely & on-site 

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TOOWOOMBA PAYROLL SERVICES

Processing payroll involves more than just paying wages — it includes tax calculations, superannuation, leave tracking and reporting requirements. At Darling Downs Bookkeeping Company, we offer payroll services for businesses in Toowoomba and surrounding areas, such as Highfields, Gatton and Warwick.


Our team calculates ordinary hours, deductions, entitlements and super contributions based on the information you provide. We follow current payroll legislation and reporting standards, and use software that tracks employee payments, leave balances and superannuation obligations in one place.


We manage payslip generation, track leave, and provide summaries at the end of each period for internal records or use by your accountant. We work with businesses of all sizes and handle direct communication to reduce delays and confusion.


To enquire about our payroll services, call 0448 833 550 to speak with our team.

HOW WE WORK WITH PAYROLL

We provide our payroll services based on your pay schedule and employee requirements. Once payroll details are submitted, our team prepares calculations for wages, tax deductions and super payments. Leave entitlements are updated as needed, and reports are produced for each period.


All records are kept in line with workplace reporting obligations and updated for each pay run. We also generate summaries to support internal tracking or external reporting where required. Payslips can be distributed digitally through your chosen platform, and superannuation amounts are calculated according to the current guarantee rate. We can adapt to weekly, fortnightly or monthly schedules depending on your needs.

THE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS WHEN PAYING EMPLOYEES

In Australia, employers must follow workplace laws set out by the Fair Work Act 2009. These laws require that employees be paid at least the minimum wage outlined in the applicable Modern Award or Enterprise Agreement. Wages must be paid on time, and employees must receive a payslip within one working day of payment.


Employers must also withhold income tax through Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding and make compulsory superannuation contributions in line with the Super Guarantee. Leave entitlements, including annual, sick and long service leave, must be recorded and paid correctly. Employers are required to keep payroll and employee records for at least seven years and must comply with Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting obligations when processing pay runs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How often should payroll be processed?

    Payroll may be processed weekly, fortnightly or monthly, depending on the employment agreement or award. Each cycle must include wage calculations, tax deductions and super contributions. Accurate records of hours worked and leave entitlements are required. Regardless of frequency, payroll must meet Fair Work obligations and ATO reporting requirements, including timely payslip delivery and proper recordkeeping.

  • What is Single Touch Payroll (STP) and how does it work?

    Single Touch Payroll (STP) is a reporting method where wage, tax and superannuation details are sent to the ATO after each pay run. Most businesses use payroll software that lodges this data automatically. The information connects with employees’ myGov accounts and forms part of their income reporting for tax time, replacing traditional payment summaries.

  • Can a bookkeeper handle payroll processing?

    Bookkeepers can manage payroll tasks such as wage calculations, superannuation, payslips and leave tracking. However, only a registered BAS agent can lodge payroll data with the ATO or provide advice on payroll compliance. Bookkeepers without registration may assist with preparation but cannot perform or submit payroll compliance work unless supervised by a registered agent.