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How to integrate Xero with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for
Single Touch Payroll (STP)

follow these steps:

1. Enable Payroll in Xero

If you haven't already, enable payroll in your Xero account.

2. Register for STP with ATO

You need to notify the ATO that you’ll be reporting through Xero

Contact the ATO or register through the ATO Business Portal.

Add Xero as your Software Service ID (SSID) with the ATO:

3. Set Up Your Payroll Settings in Xero

– Make sure your employees’ details are accurate and complete, including:

- Verify that superannuation funds are linked correctly for compliance.

4. Activate STP Reporting in Xero

Go to Payroll > Single Touch Payroll > STP Settings.

Enable STP and complete the required fields, including the ATO Contact details.

Once activated, Xero will automatically send payroll information to the ATO each time you process payroll.

5. Process Payroll and File STP Reports

When you process payroll, Xero will generate an STP filing for each pay run.

After completing the pay run:

6. Manage STP Submissions

If any submissions are rejected, Xero will notify you of the error. You can correct the issue and resubmit.

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