Powerful cloud payroll software for New Zealand
Easily pay your employees the correct amount every time, with the confidence you are Payday filing compliant. Xero Payroll software automates tax and KiwiSaver calculations, saving you hours every month.
Fast, accurate payroll
Sail through your paydays with Xero. The payroll accounting software helps automate manual work to save you time and errors.
Automated online payroll
Let Xero’s payroll software calculate your staff’s pay, tax, and KiwiSaver for fully accurate figures.
Automated payday filing
Xero sends reports automatically to IR every pay run, so you know they’re filed on time, every time.
Employee self-service
Ask your team to use the Xero Me mobile app to access their payslips and request leave. Save yourself the admin!
Automated payday filing in New Zealand
Xero’s payroll software helps smooth your payroll processes and keep you compliant with changing Inland Revenue requirements, including payday filing. Sit back while Xero files your payday info with the right figures, right on time.
- Let Xero file your employee pay details with IR every pay run
- Connect to IR just once when setting up your payroll online
- See your payday filing history and easily update the information
Automated New Zealand payroll calculations
Just picture it: a payday where payroll software does the work for you. The peace of mind from knowing tax calculations are accurate and your figures are up to date. Well, it’s here: pay yourself and your team in just a few clicks with Xero’s payroll software for small businesses.
- Automatic payroll calculations for employee pay, tax rates, and Kiwisaver contributions
- Flexible pay calendars and pay rates give you full control
- Direct deposits mean fast and secure payments – and happy employees
- Payslips are instantly available for employees in the Xero Me mobile app
Save time with employee self-service
It’s a big time-saver for you when your team can work with their own pay records. With the easy-to-use Xero Me mobile app, they can see and update their own payroll information. And you’re in control: you choose which team members can review and approve leave requests and timesheets. Employees can:
- Access their own payslips
- See leave balances and submit leave requests
- Submit timesheets
- Do everything on the go
Stay compliant with Xero
Xero’s payroll software gives you full confidence with IR rules. Nail your pay calculations and comply with tax legislation. And keep your business’s financial records in one central place in the cloud, organised and ready for whenever you need a payslip or HR document.
Plans to suit your business
All pricing plans cover the accounting essentials, with room to grow.
Ignite
Usually $35
Now $3.50
NZD per month
Save $126 over 4 months
Grow
Usually $75
Now $7.50
NZD per month
Save $270 over 4 months
Comprehensive
Usually $99
Now $9.90
NZD per month
Save $356.40 over 4 months
Ultimate
Usually $113
Now $11.30
NZD per month
Save $406.80 over 4 months
Take control of financial year-end with Xero
The year-end can sneak up on us. Integrate your accounting and payroll software in advance so your records are right and ready to go.
Simplify your entire business with Xero
Xero doesn’t just simplify your payroll – it eases all your financial admin, from invoicing and receiving payments to managing cash flow.
How Xero can empower your business
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FAQs about payroll in Xero
Yes, Xero automates payday filing of each pay run by seamlessly integrating with Inland Revenue.
Find out more about Xero payday filingRead about payday filing requirements from Inland RevenueYes, Xero automates payday filing of each pay run by seamlessly integrating with Inland Revenue.
Find out more about Xero payday filingRead about payday filing requirements from Inland RevenueThe Xero App Store offers hundreds of apps that can help you run your business, locally in New Zealand or all over the world.
Explore the Xero App Store to find apps to help run your businessThe Xero App Store offers hundreds of apps that can help you run your business, locally in New Zealand or all over the world.
Explore the Xero App Store to find apps to help run your businessXero payroll has a range of reports for your use and to help you file returns with Inland Revenue. You can also share payslips with employees directly from Xero.
See more information from Inland Revenue about being an employerXero payroll has a range of reports for your use and to help you file returns with Inland Revenue. You can also share payslips with employees directly from Xero.
See more information from Inland Revenue about being an employerXero’s support team is available 24/7, plus you can find a range of learning resources and support articles through the online payroll learning hub and Xero Central.
Visit Xero CentralXero’s support team is available 24/7, plus you can find a range of learning resources and support articles through the online payroll learning hub and Xero Central.
Visit Xero Central
Payroll resources for small businesses
Benefits of payroll accounting software
Find out about the benefits of an efficient payroll system for your business and your employees.
Tips for choosing online payroll software
Learn about government requirements and what to look for when you’re choosing payroll software.
Getting your head around business payroll
If you’re starting to employ people, here’s an intro to the basics of pay, deductions, and dealing with IR.
See how online payroll streamlines tasks
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FAQs about Xero in New Zealand
Yes, you can connect your Xero account with the IRD (Inland Revenue Department) to more easily prepare and submit your returns, so you never miss a deadline.
Find out more from the IRD on running a business.Yes, you can connect your Xero account with the IRD (Inland Revenue Department) to more easily prepare and submit your returns, so you never miss a deadline.
Find out more from the IRD on running a business.Yes, Xero complies fully with payday filing. Your payroll administrator only needs to connect to the IRD once, and then employee pay details are filed with the IRD each pay run.
Yes, Xero complies fully with payday filing. Your payroll administrator only needs to connect to the IRD once, and then employee pay details are filed with the IRD each pay run.
The best accounting software depends on your needs. Xero’s accounting software has flexible plans so you can adjust your subscriptions to access the features you need as your business grows.
Check out Xero’s pricing plans.The best accounting software depends on your needs. Xero’s accounting software has flexible plans so you can adjust your subscriptions to access the features you need as your business grows.
Check out Xero’s pricing plans.No – Xero is based in the cloud, so all you need is an internet connection. But you need a multi-factor authentication (MFA) app to log in to Xero. MFA extra layer of security by checking that it’s really you when you log in.
Learn about data protection with Xero.No – Xero is based in the cloud, so all you need is an internet connection. But you need a multi-factor authentication (MFA) app to log in to Xero. MFA extra layer of security by checking that it’s really you when you log in.
Learn about data protection with Xero.Yes, the Xero App Store has hundreds of apps to help manage your business, including apps specifically designed for your industry and for doing business in New Zealand.
Check out the Xero App Store.Yes, the Xero App Store has hundreds of apps to help manage your business, including apps specifically designed for your industry and for doing business in New Zealand.
Check out the Xero App Store.
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