In this topic
- Introduction
- Pre-1 July 2026 Readiness Checklist
- Aussiepay Configuration (Your Responsibility)
- Regulatory Preparation (Your Responsibility)
- Summary (No Action Needed)
Introduction
This topic provides a checklist to confirm you are ready for Pay Day Super on 1 July 2026 as a managed service customer.
Disclaimer: This documentation outlines how Aussiepay supports Qualifying Earnings (QE) configuration for Pay Day Super. It is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. You should seek advice specific to your organisation’s obligations from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) or your accountant. While your payroll consultant can assist with configuration and operational guidance within Aussiepay, they are not authorised to provide advice on your legal or compliance obligations under Australian superannuation law.
Pre-1 July 2026 Readiness Checklist
Use this checklist to confirm you’re ready for Pay Day Super on 1 July 2026.
Work through each item and mark it complete as you go.
Target completion date: 31 May 2026 (but the earlier the better)
Aussiepay Configuration (Your Responsibility)
Step 1: Review Your Paycode Mappings
- ☐ I have navigated to Employer → STP2 Config
- ☐ I have reviewed the QE column for all Payment Paycodes
- ☐ I have reviewed the QE column for all Allowance Paycodes
- ☐ I have reviewed the QE column for all Deduction Paycodes
- ☐ I have reviewed the QE column for all Salary Packaging Deductions
- ☐ I have updated any mappings that did not reflect my organisation’s setup
- ☐ (Optional) I have downloaded my QE mappings to Excel for offline review or to share with my accountant
Step 2: Confirm Your QE Mappings
- ☐ I have clicked Save in the STP2 Config screen
- ☐ I have clicked Confirm in the confirmation popup
Regulatory Preparation (Your Responsibility)
Step 3: Understand Your Super Payment Obligations
- ☐ I understand that from 1 July 2026, super contributions must be paid on the same day as salary and wages
- ☐ Aussiepay manages my super fulfilment, and my consultant will process super payments on my behalf on the same day as each pay run
- ☐ I have updated my payment processes to align with the Pay Day Super frequency requirements
Step 4: Consult Your Advisors (If Needed)
- ☐ I have sought advice from my accountant or another qualified professional where I was unsure about any QE mappings
- ☐ I have reviewed the ATO’s Payday Super guidance relevant to my industry and pay structure
Summary (No Action Needed)
As a Managed Service Customer, the following is being managed for you:
- ✅ QE calculation per employee per pay run
- ✅ Super Liability (L) calculation
- ✅ Maximum Contributions Base (MCB) management
- ✅ Inclusion of QE and L in all STP2 submissions from 1 July 2026
