Xero payroll software: Simplify your NZ payroll process
Streamline payroll and automate payday filing using Xero online payroll software to pay staff and seamlessly report details to IR. Xero cloud payroll automates calculations of tax, pay and KiwiSaver. As proven New Zealand payroll software, Xero stands out for its reliability and ease of use.
Automated payday filing
Send reports automatically to IR every pay run. Xero’s payroll software helps make payday filing easy.
Automated online payroll
Xero’s payroll software calculates tax, superannuation and leave, and automatically updates the accounts.
Employee portal for self-service
Give employees access via the web or the Xero Me mobile app to view payslips, and view and request leave.
Automated payday filing
Xero’s payroll software is designed to help your New Zealand small business manage your payroll processes efficiently while helping you stay compliant with changing Inland Revenue requirements, including payday filing.
- Payroll administrators only need to connect to IR once when filing payroll online
- Employee pay details are filed with IR each pay run via Xero’s payroll software
- View payday filing history and amend information with ease
Automated online payroll
Pay employees effortlessly with Xero’s intuitive payroll software. The robust payroll management system not only lets you efficiently process payments, it also updates the accounts automatically.
- Automated calculation of New Zealand tax, superannuation and leave
- Set flexible pay schedules, tax and pay rates
- Email payslips and let employees view them online
Employee portal for self-service
Reduce payroll admin and save yourself stress by giving your employees access to the Xero Me app on their phone or the web. That way, they can look up what they need to know themselves, freeing you up for other work.
- Let staff submit leave requests and timesheets for review
- Allow employees to view leave balances and payslips
- Employees can use the Xero Me mobile app or Xero Me on the web to see their pay details
Accounting software for your New Zealand small business
Run your business accounting online with Xero. Easy-to-use accounting software, designed for your small business.
- Everything in one place
- Connect to your bank
- Collaborate in real time
- Customise to suit your needs
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 offers a wide range of reports for internal use and to help inform returns due to Inland Revenue. You can also share payslips to employees directly from Xero.
See more information about being an employer from Inland RevenueXero payroll offers a wide range of reports for internal use and to help inform returns due to Inland Revenue. You can also share payslips to employees directly from Xero.
See more information about being an employer from Inland RevenueXero’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 to your business and to your employees.
Tips for choosing online payroll software
Learn about common 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.
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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.
