Different day in lieu cashouts taxed at different rates

Hi HethBennett,

When dealing with different rates of tax for different day in lieu cashouts in MYOB Payroll, it is important to consider the specific details of how these payments are handled within the system. Here are some general steps and considerations:

1. Identify Cashout Types:
   • Determine the specific types of day in lieu cashouts that are being processed. Each type might be subject to different tax treatments depending on your employer's policy and local tax regulations.
2. Tax Calculations:
   • Different cashout payments may be taxed at different rates based on their classification (e.g., ordinary earnings vs. termination payments).
3. Use of MYOB Payroll Settings:
   • Within MYOB Payroll, you can set up different pay items to reflect the different types of cashouts. Ensure that each pay item has the correct tax settings applicable to the type of payment.
4. Payroll Policies and Configurations:
   • Review and configure the relevant payroll policies that govern the taxation of these payments. This might involve setting specific rules for when and how these cashouts are processed and taxed.
5. Consult Tax Guidelines:
   • Refer to the local tax office or a tax professional for the precise tax rates and advice on how to handle different types of cashouts and their tax treatments.

I hope this helps!
 

Regards,
Earl

Hi HethBennett 

In MYOB Payroll you needed to use the tax override button when processing includes any lump sum payments, cashouts, termination pays etc. If you didn't this could have resulted in an employee getting a tax bill at year end. Same would happen if you cashed out the Day in Lieu as part of wages, or separately - the tax would likely be different. Business Payroll will be the same - but you will need to manually calculate the tax, rather than old MYOB Payroll would let you choose a secondary tax code.