Changes to the Support Funds Payment Schedule for 2022

Invoice requirements

All invoices submitted for payment from January 2022 must be in the prescribed legal format otherwise we will be unable to process them. Support Funds is required by Inland Revenue, the Ministry of Social Development and Workbridge auditors to receive and retain documentation that complies with all legal requirements before making payments.

Below is guidance on what information we require to be set out in an invoice or tax invoice. Please note that the standard Support Funds timesheets will still be required to accompany an invoice in respect of funding for support people.

Invoice

On each invoice you need to include:

• • • If you are not GST registered use the word “Invoice” in a prominent place
    • your business name
    • your customer’s name and address
    • the invoice number, date sent and due date
    • a description of the goods or services provided, e.g., date, quantity, rate and hours
    • the amount payable
    • Bank account details

Tax Invoice

If you are registered for GST, you also need to include:

• • • your GST number
    • the words “Tax Invoice” in a prominent place
    • for supplies worth less than $1,000, state GST is included in the amount payable
    • for supplies worth more than $1,000, either:
      • specify the amount charged, the GST added and the total amount payable, or
      • state GST is included in the amount payable

The IRD website provides specific guidance for GST-registered suppliers. Otherwise, we recommend you consult with your accountant, business adviser or another financial professional. Click here for a helpful link for invoicing information. Also on this webpage is a link to free invoice template in PDF format.