Payroll software that doesn’t put you to work

Payroll software that pays staff on time, every time. Set up payees once to make every pay run a walk in the park.

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The pay run screen shows a list of employees with the option to include them in the current pay run.

Everything in one place

Store documents online for quick access. Capture bills and receipts via email, or scan files from your mobile.

Automate your admin

Connect Xero to your bank for automatic bank feeds. Easily sync bank and financial information.

Collaborate in real time

Work online with your accountant, bookkeeper or employees. Leave comments, discuss data and stay connected to your team.

Simple online pay runs

With Xero, you can manually calculate deductions and record leave. You can also use Xero to pay a small number of employees and to keep your records secure.

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    Enter employees hours, hourly rates, taxes and deductions
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    Copy a previous pay run and make any changes
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    Email or print payslips from Xero
A payroll administrator enters the period covered by a pay run and the payment date.

Pay into bank accounts

Pay employees manually or upload a batch payment file to your bank.

  • Included
    Keep employee pay records and bank account details safe online
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    Export a batch payment file and upload it to your bank to pay employees easily
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    Salary and wage payments can be reconciled in a click
The payroll administrator selects the employees to be included in a batch payment.

Connect a payroll app

For a more powerful payroll solution, choose a third-party payroll app that integrates with Xero.

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    Find a payroll app in the Xero App Store
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    Easily sync client data and payment details with Xero
A business owner uses a payroll app on their laptop to pay employees.

Plans to suit your business

All pricing plans cover the accounting essentials, with room to grow.

Starter

Usually R435

Now R217.50

ZAR per month

Save R1305 over 6 months

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Standard

Usually R695

Now R347.50

ZAR per month

Save R2085 over 6 months

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Premium

Usually R955

Now R477.50

ZAR per month

Save R2865 over 6 months

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Start using payroll for free

Access all Xero features for 30 days, then decide which plan best suits your business.

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    Safe and secure
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    Cancel any time
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    24/7 online support

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