As certified Xero consultants, we have collated the latest information to create for you a simple step-by-step guide to reporting JobKeeper payments with Xero.

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In this Guide:

Before you Start 

Set Up JobKeeper Start Dates

About Jobkeeper payments

Standing Down an Employee

Record an employee’s time on stand down

Examples

Other Information

Before you Start

• Set up Single Touch Payroll in Xero
• Review the eligibility criteria for employers(ATO website)
• Enrol employees for JobKeeper payment(ATO website)
• Set Jobkeeper Start Dates as per below

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Set Up JobKeeper Start Dates

Take care when setting the start date in the steps below. Once you click Save for reporting, the start date is locked and can't be undone.

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