Payroll Software for Consultants in Australia
Consultants operate in professional services environments where time, accuracy, and compliance directly affect client delivery. Better Payroll helps consultants manage payroll efficiently by handling pay runs, payslips, timesheets, superannuation tracking, and STP reporting in one structured system.
Whether you’re a solo consultant, advisory practice, or a growing consulting firm, Better Payroll keeps payroll organised so you can stay focused on client work, billable hours, and business growth.
How Better Payroll Supports Payroll for Consultants
Better Payroll is designed for consultants who balance client engagements, billable work, and administrative responsibilities. The platform supports salary-based and time-based payroll while maintaining clear records for compliance and reporting.
Consultants benefit from:
Faster payroll processing with minimal admin
Accurate payslips aligned with professional services work
STP reporting support for Australian payroll obligations
Superannuation tracking with organised records
Payroll reports for workforce and cost visibility
Payroll reports for workforce and cost visibility
Faster payroll processing with minimal admin
Accurate payslips aligned with professional services work
STP reporting support for Australian payroll obligations
Superannuation tracking with organised records
Payroll reports for workforce and cost visibility
Payroll Challenges Faced by Consultants
Better Payroll centralises payroll processing and compliance support so consultants can maintain control without added complexity.
Consultants face payroll complexity that differs from operational or labour-based businesses:
Time constraints
Payroll admin reduces time available for client delivery
Compliance obligations
STP and super must remain accurate and timely
Growth complexity
Hiring staff increases payroll management demands
Billable vs non-billable work
Accurate time records matter
Professional record keeping
Clean payslip and payroll history is essential
Key Payroll Features for Consultants
Better Payroll includes features tailored to professional service workflows:
How Consultants Run Payroll with Better Payroll
Running payroll doesn’t need to be complicated. With Better Payroll, consultants can run payroll in three simple steps:
Step 1: Set up employees and pay structures
Add staff, pay rates, and schedules quickly.
Step 2: Track time and leave
Use timesheets and leave tracking to ensure payroll accuracy.
Step 3: Run payroll and generate records
Process pay runs, generate payslips, support STP reporting, and track super payments in one system.
Affordable Payroll Software Plans
No hidden fees. Choose from affordable plans that scale as your business grows.
Monthly
$3.50
/monthly per employee*
- STP (Web + Mobile)
- Superannuation Payments
- Xero/MYOB Integrations
- Timesheets, Rostering, Leave Management
- Employee Mobile App
- Unlimited Pay Runs
- Standard & Advanced Reports
Yearly
$2.50
/monthly per employee**
- STP (Web + Mobile)
- Superannuation Payments
- Xero/MYOB Integrations
- Timesheets, Rostering, Leave Management
- Employee Mobile App
- Unlimited Pay Runs
- Standard & Advanced Reports
✅ 1 month free trial  *Minimum Spend $14 per month  **Minimum spend $10 per month based on 4 employees if paid yearly.
Why Consultants Choose Better Payroll
Consultants choose Better Payroll because it aligns payroll with professional workflows:
- Built for busy professionals: Run payroll quickly and reduce administrative workload.
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- Structured payroll records: Timesheets, payslips, and payroll history remain organised and consistent.
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- Single Touch Payroll (STP) support: Keep payroll compliance organised each pay cycle.
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- Payroll reporting and visibility: Access payroll reports and employee records when required.
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- Web and mobile access: Manage payroll workflows across web and mobile platforms.
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Xero and MYOB integration: Integrate payroll with accounting systems to reduce double handling.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Payroll used to take time away from client work. Better Payroll made it simple, payslips, super, and STP reporting are always organised.
Daniel
Business Consultant
Timesheets and pay runs are smooth now. Everything feels accurate, and payroll is no longer stressful.
Sophie
HR Consultant
Xero integration saved us a lot of admin time. Payroll records stay aligned, and reporting is much easier.
James
Consulting Firm Manager
FAQs about Payroll Software for Consultants in Australia
Better Payroll helps consultants reduce admin by managing pay runs, payslips, STP reporting, and super payments in one system, so you can focus on client work.
Yes. If you pay employees, STP reporting requirements apply. Better Payroll supports STP reporting across web and mobile.
Yes. Timesheets help consultants track working hours accurately, improving payroll accuracy and record-keeping.
Yes. Better Payroll is ideal for small teams because setup is simple, payroll runs are fast, and you can manage everything without complex systems.
Yes. Better Payroll supports payroll workflows for different work types, helping consulting businesses keep pay records organised and consistent.
Yes. Better Payroll supports Xero/MYOB integrations to align payroll and accounting records and reduce manual admin.
