Hi All, I have set up a new client who has not reported STP in the past. Can I process a pay run & report STP belonged to previous period (1/7/2021 to 31/03/2021) ? Tks

Hello bhuyen,

You can lodge the STP in QuickBooks Online Payroll as long as you've set up and registered  STP's ATO settings in QuickBooks Online. Here's how:

Step 1: Set up ATO Supplier Settings in QuickBooks Online

1. Click on the Employees or Payroll tab.
2. Click on Payroll Settings.
3. Under Business Settings, select ATO Settings.

You will need to configure who will be lodging submissions to the ATO on behalf of the business as an employer, as a registered Tax/BAS Agent, or as an intermediary for multiple employing entities.

Then, complete Step 2 which you'll need to Set up Electronic Lodgement and STP. Here's how:

1. Click on the Employees or Payroll tab.
2. Click on the Payroll Settings.
3. Click on ATO Settings.
4. Select the Electronic Lodgement & STP tab.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions and verify your business info.
6. Call the ATO on 1300 852 232 and provide them with your Software Provider and ID. Or update your details through the Access Manager.
7. Tick the acknowledgment message and select Complete.

Once the above is completed go back to SPT wizard in payroll settings, the account should be enabled for STP lodgement. You can then create and process the pay run making sure you have the correct pay period and pay date selected and lodge the pay event to ATO.

You can check this link for the complete steps on How to set up Single Touch Payroll.

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