In this topic
- Introduction
- Pay Day Super: What’s Changing in ePayroll
- What Is Pay Day Super?
- What ePayroll Does Automatically
- What You Need to Do
- Software Subscription ID (SSID)
- STP2 Reporting Updates
- Key Dates
- Frequently Asked Questions
Introduction
This topic explains what is changing in ePayroll for Pay Day Super from 1 July 2026, what is automated, and what you need to configure.
Disclaimer: This documentation explains how ePayroll handles Qualifying Earnings configuration for Pay Day Super. For regulatory advice on your specific obligations under Australian superannuation law, consult the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), your accountant, or a payroll professional.
Pay Day Super: What’s Changing in ePayroll
From 1 July 2026, Australian superannuation rules are changing significantly. The most important change for your payroll is how we calculate and report superannuation contributions. ePayroll has been updated to support these changes automatically, but you’ll need to configure one important thing: Qualifying Earnings (QE).
This page explains what’s changing, what ePayroll does for you, what you need to do before 15 June 2026, and what will happen automatically from 1 July 2026.
What Is Pay Day Super?
Pay Day Super is a reform requiring employers to pay superannuation contributions on the same day as salary and wages, rather than quarterly. From 1 July 2026, the ATO also requires that STP submissions include two new fields:
- Qualifying Earnings (QE) — the earnings that count toward super guarantee (SG) calculations
- Super Liability (L) — the calculated super liability amount
These must be reported with every STP submission from 1 July 2026 onwards.
What ePayroll Does Automatically
ePayroll handles the following for you automatically — no action required:
| What | How ePayroll handles it |
|---|---|
| Super Liability (L) calculation | Calculated automatically based on Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) |
| STP2 reporting of QE and L | Included in every STP submission from 1 July 2026 |
| Maximum Contributions Base (MCB) | Applied automatically — earnings above the MCB cap are excluded from SG calculations |
| Software Subscription ID (SSID) | Displayed on your Employer Home page for easy access and registration with the ATO |
| STP2 submission report with QE values | QE and Super Liability displayed in downloadable payroll reports |
What You Need to Do
There is one key action required from you before 15 June 2026:
✅ Confirm Your Qualifying Earnings (QE) Paycode Mappings
ePayroll has pre-populated QE mappings for all your paycodes based on your Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) configuration. However, you must review and confirm these mappings before 1 July 2026 to ensure your STP submissions are correct.
Where to go: Employer → STP2 Config (left menu)
Who can do this: Users with the following webroles can access, update, and confirm mappings:
- Employer Authority
- Employer Authority Limited
- Run Payroll Authority
Steps to confirm your mappings:
- Navigate to Employer → STP2 Config
- Review the Qualifying Earnings (QE) column across all paycode sections:
- Payment Paycodes
- Allowance Paycodes
- Deduction Paycodes
- Salary Packaging Deductions
- Each paycode will show Yes or No under the QE column, pre-populated based on your Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) configuration
- Hover over the QE column header to see a tooltip with guidance
- Update any mappings as needed for your organisation
- Click Save — a confirmation popup will appear
- Confirm your QE mappings in the popup. This only needs to be done once after the feature is released
NOTE: Once you save and confirm your mappings, the informational banners on the Home and Open Payroll screens will be removed for your employer.
Software Subscription ID (SSID)
Your Software Subscription ID (SSID) is now displayed on your Employer Home page under the Employer Details section.
- The SSID is required when registering with the ATO for Payday Super compliance
- It is read-only — you cannot edit it directly
- Use the copy to clipboard icon next to the SSID to copy it easily
- Accessible to all webroles that can view employer details, including Internal Consultant
STP2 Reporting Updates
From 1 July 2026, ePayroll will automatically include Qualifying Earnings (QE) and Super Liability (L) values in all STP2 submissions sent to the ATO. No action is required from you — this happens automatically once your QE paycode mappings are confirmed.
Key Dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Now – 15 June 2026 | Review and confirm your QE paycode mappings in STP2 Config |
| 15 June 2026 | Recommended deadline to confirm QE mappings |
| 1 July 2026 | All STP submissions must include QE and Super Liability (L) values |
| 1 July 2026 | Super must be paid on the same day as salary and wages (Pay Day Super) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to confirm my QE mappings before 1 July 2026?
Yes. While ePayroll will not block payroll submissions if you haven’t confirmed your mappings, it is strongly recommended to confirm them before 15 June 2026 to ensure your STP submissions are accurate from 1 July 2026.
What if I don’t confirm my QE mappings?
ePayroll will use the pre-populated QE values (based on your OTE configuration) in your STP submissions. However, these may not reflect your organisation’s specific payroll setup, so we strongly encourage you to review and confirm them.
Can I change my QE mappings after confirming?
Yes. You can update your mappings at any time by returning to Employer → STP2 Config.
Where can I find my SSID?
Your SSID is displayed in the Employer Details section on your Employer Home page. Use the copy icon to copy it to your clipboard.
Who should I contact if I need help?
For regulatory guidance, contact the ATO, your accountant, or a payroll professional. For technical support with ePayroll, contact the ePayroll Support Team.
