Hassle-Free Payroll Management from Industry Leaders

Outsourced payroll lets an Australian business hand its pay runs to a specialist team instead of managing payroll in-house. Employment Star runs your payroll through Employment Hero — processing, STP Phase 2 lodgement, superannuation and Payday Super, modern awards and leave, and payslips — accurate, compliant and on time. No lock-in. Get a free quote.

Payroll Management Services

Managing payroll in-house can be complex, time-consuming, and prone to compliance risks. At Employment Star, we take the stress out of payroll by offering fully managed, accurate, and compliant payroll solutions tailored for small to medium-sized businesses.

Payroll Coverage While Staff Are on Leave

Starting from $195/hour

Why Partner with Employment Star?

Choosing us as your Payroll partner gives you the confidence of knowing your business is Payroll-compliant, and future-ready.

We ensure full compliance with Australian Fair Work legislation and taxation requirements.

Our payroll services meet all ATO, superannuation, and Single Touch Payroll (STP) obligations.

We stay updated with all changes to employment law, modern awards, and enterprise agreements.

Accurate record-keeping and audit-ready reporting are part of our core processes.

We manage leave entitlements, terminations, redundancies, and payroll tax compliance.

Partner with us for secure, compliant, and worry-free payroll management across Australia.

Ready to Simplify Your Payroll?

Whether you need a full-service payroll solution or expert consulting, Employment Star delivers precision, compliance, and peace of mind—every single pay cycle.

What’s Included in Our Outsourced Payroll Service?

Fixed monthly pricing (pricing based on business size and complexity)

New Employee Onboarding

Seamless setup and integration into your payroll system.

Payroll Updates & Adjustments

Manage pay rate changes, job role modifications, or employment terms.

Payroll Processing

Regular payruns including bonuses, commissions, and other once-off payments.

Payroll Reporting

Standard and ad hoc payroll reports as required.

STP (Single Touch Payroll) Lodgement

Ensure accurate and timely lodgements with the ATO.

Superannuation Lodgement

On-time super processing, in full compliance with legislation.

System Compliance Updates

Keep your payroll system aligned with the latest legal and regulatory changes.

Employee Offboarding

Process terminations efficiently with correct entitlements and final pay.

Complex Payroll Calculations

We handle calculations for Long Service Leave, redundancy, and more.

End-of-Month Payroll Reporting

Accurate and timely reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Frequently asked questions

How much does outsourced payroll cost?

Pricing depends on your headcount and payroll complexity (awards, entities, pay cycles). Employment Star quotes a flat monthly fee after a short free call, with no lock-in — request a quote to get your figure.

What's included in your outsourced payroll service?

Full payroll processing, STP Phase 2 lodgement, superannuation and Payday Super, modern award and leave calculations, payslip distribution, and end-of-year finalisation.

Which payroll platform do you use?

Employment Hero (Employment Hero Payroll). We can work in your existing account or set one up for you.

How do you handle Payday Super?

Your payroll is configured to pay super with every pay run, ready for the ATO’s Payday Super requirement from 1 July 2026.

Is there a lock-in contract?

No. Our outsourced payroll is month-to-month with no lock-in.