Does anyone know how to set up payroll to handle government paid parental leave payments in Australia. Do i have to set up a new pay category or leave category?

Hello there, @koa-towers.
 

Yes, you’ll need to create a new pay category if it hasn’t been set up yet. Let me guide you through the steps to create one. 

Here’s how:
 

1. Navigate to the Payroll tab and go to Payroll Settings.
2. Click on Pay Categories.
3. Check if a paid parental leave category exists. If not, tap Add.
4. You can name it something clear, such as “Parental Leave Government Paid”. Then save.

Next, apply these settings to the employee:

1. In the Employee list
2. Select the employee name.
3. Click on Pay rates.
4. Tick the box for Show in pay run for Paid Parental Leave.
   
   
   
   
5. Enter the hours/amount as needed, then Save.

If you have any further questions about managing payroll, feel free to click on the Reply button.