Payroll software · Australia
MYOB
AU/NZ heritage payroll + accounting brand — tight bundle, STP Phase 2 native
Market position
MYOB is AU/NZ's heritage accounting + payroll brand — competes with Xero in the local market. Strongest fit for AU trades businesses already on MYOB accounting. STP Phase 2 native, AU award interpretation, full ATO compliance.
Australia-specific note
STP (Single Touch Payroll) Phase 2 is mandatory for AU employers — MYOB handles natively. AU award interpretation (Fair Work penalty rates, allowances) supported.
Pros
- + AU/NZ heritage brand with deep local compliance
- + Tight bundle with MYOB accounting
- + STP Phase 2 + ATO compliance native
- + Mature AU award interpretation
Cons
- − UX dated vs modern Xero
- − Best value if already on MYOB accounting
- − Less cross-market relevance
Typical Australia pricing
AU$15-$60/month payroll module
Why this matters for Australia trades
Licensing is state-administered (e.g., electrical and plumbing licenses per state/territory), and payroll software must lodge Single Touch Payroll (STP) to the ATO and handle superannuation and GST.
Australian trades vendor selection is shaped by state-based licensing, Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting to the ATO, superannuation obligations, and GST handling — plus local lead-gen platforms like hipages.
Frequently asked
Is MYOB a good fit for Australia trades?
MYOB is AU/NZ's heritage accounting + payroll brand — competes with Xero in the local market. Strongest fit for AU trades businesses already on MYOB accounting. STP Phase 2 native, AU award interpretation, full ATO compliance. STP (Single Touch Payroll) Phase 2 is mandatory for AU employers — MYOB handles natively. AU award interpretation (Fair Work penalty rates, allowances) supported.
What does MYOB cost in Australia?
AU$15-$60/month payroll module. Pricing and availability can change by region — confirm current Australia pricing on the vendor's site before committing.