CloudPayroll
Simple, ATO-compliant cloud payroll software for Australian business
About CloudPayroll
CloudPayroll is a cloud-based payroll software solution serving over 11,000 clients across Australia and New Zealand. It handles Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, automated superannuation, leave management, and employee self-service through a single secure platform. Launched in 2011 and powered by New Zealand provider iPayroll, it supports businesses from sole traders to multi-location enterprises.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Transparent usage-based pricing that scales with payroll size
- Fully ATO-compliant with automated STP and superannuation
- Unlimited phone and email support on all paid plans
- Employee Kiosk gives staff self-service access to payslips and leave
- Supports both Australian and New Zealand payroll (via iPayroll)
Cons
- Focused on Australia/New Zealand only, not suited to other markets
- Per-pay-run pricing can add up for businesses with frequent pay cycles
- Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales
- Narrowly a payroll tool, not a full HRIS suite
Key Features
Single Touch Payroll (STP)
Automatically reports payroll data to the ATO each pay run to stay compliant.
Automated Superannuation
Calculates and processes superannuation contributions automatically.
Employee Kiosk
Self-service app and web portal where staff view payslips, tax summaries, apply for leave, and record hours.
Leave Management
Automated leave request workflows with manager approval and direct pay run integration.
Timelogs
Digital timekeeping with cost-center tracking and manager approval.
Comprehensive Reporting
Over 50 reports covering financial, HR, leave, tax, and payroll data.
General Ledger Integration
Direct export to accounting platforms including Xero and MYOB.
HR Document Storage
Secure cloud storage for employment records and employee qualifications.
Third-Party Integrations
Connects with workforce tools such as Deputy, Tanda, and Timecloud.
Pricing
- For sole traders and small business (up to 5 employees)
- STP-compliant ATO reporting
- Easy setup, no implementation fee
- Secure cloud access
- Full payroll processing
- Employee Kiosk
- HR document storage
- 50+ reports
- Unlimited phone and email support
- Custom integrations and API access
- Advanced and group reporting
- Multi-business and multi-location support
- Unlimited support
Best For
Small business payroll
Sole traders and small teams stay ATO-compliant with minimal admin via the Mini plan.
Growing SMB payroll
Small and medium businesses manage full payroll with reporting and document storage on Premium.
Multi-location enterprises
Large organisations and franchises run group payroll with custom integrations and advanced reporting.
Trans-Tasman payroll
Businesses paying staff in both Australia and New Zealand manage both from one provider.
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