I am completing my BAS, however my W1 amount differs to my MYOB reports. The difference is $120, which I have worked out relates to a Bereavement Payment. The amount on the report is $120 more than what is showing on W1. I have gone into settings in Prepare BAS/IAS and noticed the Bereavement Payment wasn't showing as a reporting category. I have amended this, however the amount at W1 has not changed. Could I please have some advice. Thank you.
Hello Jules23
STP uses the assigned ATO reporting categories to report payments to the ATO, however, the BAS then uses the Payroll Categories found in Payroll Categories >> Wages tab. For the bereavement payment to appear in the W1 field, you will need to check that they have been selected in your BAS set up.
You can do this by logging into your BAS and clicking on Settings >> Set up activity statement fields >> Add Code or Category. You should be able to check there to ensure that the Payroll Category used for the berevement pay is included in the list.. Once you have selected the missing categories, click on Update from ledger in the top right corner of the BAS lodgment screen to update those settings.
Alternatively, you may find a Setup button on the form itself, next to the field in question, and from there you can ensure bereavement pay is included in the W1 calculation.
Let me know how you get on and if I can be of any further assistance.
