This document serves to outline the changes associated with the introduction of Superstream; and the actions needed to configure the remittance module to use SuperStream with Click Super. Whilst the current remittance module submits all contributions electronically, the use of superstream required configuration (see setup overview below).

What is Super Stream?

 SuperStream is a government reform aimed at improving the efficiency of the superannuation system. Under SuperStream, employers must make super contributions on behalf of their employees by submitting data and payments electronically in a consistent and simplified manner.

When do I have to start using SuperStream?

Super stream was mandatory for Employers with 20 or more employees since the 1st of July 2015. However due to various challenges in the roll out, the ATO has extended this date to the 31st of October 2015 (read about the extension here: https://www.ato.gov.au/Super/SuperStream/In-detail/News/SuperStream-compliance-date-extended-for-medium-to-large-employers/). For companies with 19 or fewer employees superstream is not mandated until the 30th June 2016.

So whats Changing?

By using the payroll remittance module you have already been submitting employer contribution data electronically, so the major changes are additions to the data that is being submitted to Click Super, and the underlying changes to the way in which this data is being submitted from Click Super to the Super Fund. The changes break down into the following:

• data changes
• payroll remittance changes
• click super portal changes

Data Changes

The following changes to the data that is stored in NetSuite Payroll and submitted to Click Super in the upload are as follows:

Employee Super Fund Data

• SPIN numbers are no longer used and have been replaced by USI (Unique Superstream Identifier) in a lot of cases these are identical to the SPIN
• Membership No are no longer used
• Self Managed Superfunds must have an ESA (Electronic Service Exchange)

Employee Data

• Additional Contact Fields are submitted including home phone, phone and mobile, email and address details
• Hire Date and Termination are now submitted

Payroll Remittance Changes

The remittance module workflow has not changed with the introduction of super stream and the only major differences you will see are:

• Additional "use superstream" checkbox on the remittance record which identifies that the remittance is using superstream
• Additional Information displayed in the Tabs on the remittance record  to highlight the additional data being submitted and warnings when mandatory fields are incomplete

Click Super Portal Changes

Click super have introduced a whole new portal called Clickstream to manage the superstream process after the remittance file has been uploaded from the payroll remittance module. The new portal provides additional information related to super stream registrations and contributions. 

Setup Overview

The remittance module has already been updated in your account to support the Superstream functionality, however before you can begin using the superstream functionality you must complete the following steps:

In Payroll

1. Ensure all existing remittance records have completed and been processed
2. Update the Employee Super Fund records to ensure they are configured with USI, and for SMSF have an ESA.
3. Run the Payroll Configuration to select the "superstream" checkbox.

In Click Super Portal

1. Notify click super of wanting access to the new Click Stream portal
2. Login to the Portal and configure the default super funds

Payroll Configuration

Update the Payroll Configuration Wizard

As one of the payroll administrator roles open the setup wizard from the main navigation Payroll > Payroll Setup > Configuration. Select the configuration you want to update (One World only) and click next through to Step 3 Accounting. Scroll right to the bottom of the page and check the use superstream box. Click Next through the remaining steps and Finish on the Confirm page.

Review and Update Super Fund Records

The most recent release of the remittance module has included an updated version of the super fund form, only the information in the primary info tab needs to be populated. Note the differences between a standard super fund and a self managed super fund (SMSF).

Super Fund

For a standard super fund the only fields that are mandatory are: Name, ABN and USI, for reference if the super fund has been used prior to super stream the SPIN will be displayed in the additional info field group.

Self Managed Super Fund

When SMSF flag is checked, the validation changes USI is no longer required, and instead the Account Name, BSB Number and Account Number are needed. In addition an electronic service address (ESA) must be provided. If the employee doesn't not have an ESA for their self managed super fund they can apply for one with click super http://www.clicksuper.com.au/self-managed-super-fund/.