The best payroll software for accountants

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Payroll made accessible

Easy-to-use payroll system for accountants & bookkeepers

Cloud-based payroll software for accountants

Automate payroll calculations for small business clients across industries & business types with with online software for accountants.

Manage & build your client list

Manage payroll for all of your clients on the free Payroller online Agent Portal.

Dedicated customer Support

Reach out to our Payroller Pro support team to get help navigating the portal and send featured suggestions.

Free payroll software features that Payroller agents love

Unlimited clients, one platform

Enjoy the convenience of managing all of your clients in one intuitive platform. Say goodbye to using multiple systems and create a central hub to streamline your payroll management.

Automate staff scheduling with the easiest rostering software from Payroller. Employers can add shifts and share automated rosters with employees in minutes. You can even set recurring shifts for particular staff.

Bulk client uploads & payroll

Save time by uploading all of your clients’ details and their employees in an instant. Eliminate manual data entry and focus on providing high-quality service to your clients.

Hassle-free STP reporting

Stay compliant with ATO requirements for payroll reporting. Payroller automates the process with easy STP software, so you can avoid manual submissions and risks of errors. With Payroller, you can trust that your clients’ payroll information is submitted accurately and on time.

Remotely manage clients’ payroll

Leverage flexibility in managing your clients’ payroll remotely from anywhere with an internet connection. Add and manage employees on your client’s behalf with ease.

Process payroll for your clients on the desktop or
mobile app

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What agents on Payrollersay

A colleague of mine suggested we sign up to Payroller in March 2021, since then our staff have spent less time organising our clients payroll and have more time to help our clients. We can’t recommend Payroller highly enough. Our client’s find it easy and simple to use in half the time. The support team is always helpful and friendly with instant replies to emails.

Thank you Payroller
Nickolas Freddo NSW

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The Payroller Agent Referral Program offers a chance to earn by recommending Payroller to your clients. Open to all agents, including accountants, bookkeepers, BAS agents, and tax agents in Australia.

Pricing for small businesses

Lite

Free

Timesheets & Rosters

Leave Management

Employee App

Payroll & STP on Mobile

STP Phase 2 Enabled

Payoller Standard plan
Standard

$2.99/month per employee *

Timesheets & Rosters

Leave Management

Employee App

Payroll & STP on Mobile

Payroll & STP on Web

STP Phase 2 Enabled

Superannuation

Xero Integration

Payoller Enterprise plan
Enterprise

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Timesheets & Rosters

Leave Management

Employee App

Payroll & STP on Mobile

Payroll & STP on Web

STP Phase 2 Enabled

Superannuation

Xero Integration

*Based on 5 or more employees if paid yearly

FAQs on payroll software for accountants & bookkeepers

“Try for free” allows you to discover if Payroller is the right software for you and your business before you commit to our platform. “Try for free” is cost and commitment-free and we do not require any credit card details to sign up. So give Payroller a try, it only takes a few minutes to get set up.

While the Payroller mobile app is completely free – fees will apply to use the Payroller web app, Xero integration, and to make super contributions through our integrated super clearing house (Beam).

Absolutely, use Payroller freely between devices as it syncs across desktop (Windows, MacOS) and mobile (iOS, Android) to ensure that all your data is consistent.

When selecting payroll software, consider several factors tailored to your accounting practice. Look for software that offers comprehensive features such as automated payroll processing, compliance with Australian tax regulations, flexibility in payment options, and robust reporting capabilities.

Payroller stands out as a client management software for accountants, with its user-friendly interface, automated processes, and dedicated support tailored for Australian accountants, bookkeepers, and BAS agents.

Cloud-based payroll solutions allow accountants to access payroll data and generate reports from anywhere, anytime. Collaboration is enhanced with real-time data access for multiple accountants.

Security and cost-effectiveness are also major benefits. Cloud providers offer robust data protection and regular backups. Additionally, subscription models eliminate upfront software costs and scale effortlessly as your business grows. With features like disaster recovery and employee self-service, cloud-based payroll software for accountants free up valuable time to focus on higher-level tasks.

Accountants and bookkeepers can enhance client retention in accounting payroll services by providing exceptional customer support, staying updated on industry regulations, offering value-added services such as payroll compliance checks and reporting insights, and fostering strong client relationships through regular communication and feedback.

Payroller supports accountants in client retention efforts by offering reliable payroll solutions, personalized support, and continuous software enhancements.

Payroller is an STP-enabled software that automatically submits payroll information to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) – through a secure cloud network – whenever you perform a payrun. Payroller helps you to track, manage and record your payroll while safely sharing that information (and staying compliant) with the ATO.

As a truly one-stop payroll solution, you can manage staff roster, invite your accountant, bookkeeper or BAS agent and even make Super contribution (Beam) on Payroller.

Absolutely, you may share your account and even set different access permissions.

Only a few minutes. The majority of our customers get up and running within 15 minutes. If you do need more help in getting set up, simply reach out to our capable live agents and they will have you using Payroller like a seasoned user in no time. Check out our handy user guides.

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Yes, Payroller is integrated with Xero. By connecting your Xero account to Payroller, you can easily export and share payroll information cross-platforms.

How is Payroller easier to use than other cloud payroll or STP-enabled softwares?

Speaking to the community, we understand what agents and employers need from a cloud payroll solution. Payroller streamlines and uncomplicates your payroll processes. Our user-friendly software is why we’re rated exceptionally across devices and operating systems.

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