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Payroll Software Integration

Approve payroll in minutes, every time

  • Process payroll in minutes with a click

  • View labour costs before sending to payroll

  • Integrate RosterElf with your payroll provider

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4.8 stars, 1570 ratings

Best-rated rostering software on Xero and Google.

Timesheets to Payroll

Send approved timesheets to payroll in one click

Xero & MYOB

Export roster & schedule data to Xero & MYOB

Turn accurate time and attendance into payroll in one click.

RosterElf converts your published roster and scheduling data into approved timesheets, then pushes them straight to Xero or MYOB with mapped pay items.

No spreadsheets, no double entry—just clean, award-aware exports that land in payroll ready to pay. Faster processing, fewer errors, and a clear audit trail from shift to payslip. Built for AU teams, supports multi-site ops.
Cost Control

See labour costs before you export

Budgeting

Live labour budgets while you roster & schedule

Control wage costs as you roster and schedule.

Live labour budgeting shows the impact of each shift before you publish, with real-time totals and wage-to-sales percentages. Spot overspend, swap shifts or adjust hours early—then export award-accurate timesheets to Xero or MYOB with confidence.

Plan by role and site with rostering forecasts, then lock targets before timesheets flow to payroll across locations.
Automation

From roster to timesheet to payslip—no manual data entry

No Double Entry

Automated scheduling-to-payroll workflow

Move from roster to schedule to payslip without touching a spreadsheet.

Publish shifts, capture clock-ins, approve timesheets, and export to Xero or MYOB—no manual entry. Everyone shares one source of truth, so payroll matches what was rostered and worked.

Cut admin, eliminate re-keying errors, and speed up pay runs for every site. Built for AU teams, it keeps rostering and scheduling aligned with Fair Work for correct pay.
Compliance

Built-in award interpretation: overtime, penalties, loadings

Award Rules

Fair Work–compliant pay rules applied automatically

Stay compliant while you roster and schedule.

RosterElf applies built-in award interpretation as staff clock in, automatically calculating overtime, penalties and loadings under the relevant modern award. Timesheets inherit the right pay rates and rules, so exports to Xero or MYOB meet Fair Work obligations.

Reduce risk, pay correctly, and protect your business. Designed for Australia, it aligns rostering and scheduling with Fair Work.
Time Clock

Mobile time clock with GPS and photo verification

GPS + Photo

iOS & Android clock-ins with GPS & photo proof

Capture accurate times for payroll with a mobile time clock designed for teams on the go.

Staff clock in and out from iOS or Android with GPS location and optional photo verification, feeding reliable data back to your roster and schedule in real time. Managers spot no-shows instantly, stop buddy punching, and produce payroll-ready timesheets that stand up to audits.

Supports Fair Work record-keeping with time-stamped GPS and photos.
Variance Checks

Compare rostered vs actual hours automatically

Rosters vs actuals

Auto checks: roster vs actual, breaks & overtime

Automatically compare rostered vs actual hours so payroll is always right.

RosterElf highlights early starts, late finishes and missed breaks as staff clock in, then applies award rules to the approved timesheet. Fix variances before export, keep overtime under control, and send clean data to Xero or MYOB. Better visibility equals fewer payroll errors and faster approvals.

Aligns rosters and schedules and exports clean data to Xero/MYOB.

Integration

Xero payroll integration

Xero Payroll

Map Xero pay items & tracking; export timesheets fast

Connect RosterElf to Xero to turn your rostering and scheduling into award-accurate payroll.

Import employees from Xero, map pay items and tracking categories, then export approved timesheets in one click. Built-in award interpretation applies overtime, penalties and loadings, so payslips match what was worked.

Cut admin, avoid double entry, and keep Fair Work compliance tight across sites and roles.
Integration

Myob payroll integration

MYOB Payroll

Map MYOB payroll categories; send approved hours instantly

Connect RosterElf to MYOB to push award-accurate timesheets from your roster and schedule straight into payroll.

Import staff from MYOB, map pay items and payroll categories, then export approved hours in one click. Built-in award interpretation handles overtime, penalties and loadings, reducing errors and re-keying.

Faster pay runs, cleaner journals, and Fair Work-aligned compliance for multi-site teams.
What others say

Reviews from our customers

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Google Review

“Roster Elf has been great for our business, streamlining the rostering process. It is easy to use, both the dashboard and app versions and I would recommend it to anyone still battling spreadsheets to try and manage their rosters.”

The Pavilion at Buller Wines
The Pavilion at Buller Wines
Google Review

“I'm a bookkeeper and some of my clients use RosterElf to integrate with Xero and the reports are amazing for what a bookkeeper needs. Would recommend to anyone who asks.”

Leanne Shieffelbein
Leanne Shieffelbein
Google Review

“Great local Aussie product for managing rosters, timesheets and automating payroll with fantastic support. They're also releasing new features and updates all the time which is refreshing to see in the SaaS space.”

Venkatesh Kanchan
Venkatesh Kanchan
Google Review

“RosterElf is a great product and they provide excellent support with any queries we have had over the last 4 years. I recommend them to any business looking to improve their employee scheduling and payroll systems”

Bill Gordin
Bill Gordin
Google Review

“RosterElf has been a great addition to our childcare centre. It has made rostering and leave so much easier. Payroll has been improved immensely and mistakes have been minimised which has been fantastic. More importantly, the focus on service and regular updates is great for us. We have found engaging a local company so beneficial and we like to support Australian based businesses where we can. I would happily recommend RosterElf to any childcare centre looking for a Rostering and Payroll System.”

Louis Evangelista
Louis Evangelista
Google Review

“Great, Simple and most helpful.”

AL
Andrew Luczynski
Google Review

“Roster Elf has offered impeccable support right from the start. It is user-friendly and straightforward. I appreciate the thorough answers provided to all my questions and prompt assistance. I highly recommend Roster Elf especially for its seamless integration with Xero, great value. Many thanks to Jaydon.”

Admin SWP
Admin SWP
Google Review

“Supportive & Easy to use - Roster Elf offers exceptional value, is incredibly user-friendly, and seamlessly integrates with Xero. The personal support and sessions provided truly enhance the experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an efficient and effective rostering solution”

JM
Jennifer Mardini
Google Review

“Supportive and on the Mark - RosterElf has everything a business needs to get started and maintain their payroll. Their staff are supportive and able to guide you into the right direction. So nice to see a friendly team that cares.”

RK
Richard Kiefer
Google Review

“This is the very best rostering software that I have used. It is so simple to learn. Super easy for staff to use and most importantly the support is sensational. There is loads of online training, but the email support is first class - often responding within minutes, which is critical when you get a glitch mid - pay processing. I highly recommend. Jane”

Jane Parviainen
Jane Parviainen
Google Review

“An excellent Rostering system - We switched to RosterElf and are so pleased we did. Their integration with Xero is faultless. Rostering and payroll consistently runs smoothly now.”

IC
Ian Corney
Key benefits

Why you need payroll integration software

Streamlined payroll processing

Streamlined payroll processing

Automatically syncs timesheets and attendance data with payroll systems, reducing manual data entry and minimising errors.

Enhanced accuracy

Enhanced accuracy

Ensures precise calculations of wages, deductions, and overtime by directly integrating award interpretation and compliance into payroll.

Time savings

Time savings

Saves valuable time by automating the payroll process, allowing managers to focus on other critical tasks instead of manually managing payroll.

Improved compliance

Improved compliance

Keeps up with the latest labor laws and award regulations, ensuring that payroll calculations are compliant with current rules.

Real-time data

Real-time data

Provides up-to-date and accurate payroll information, enabling timely and efficient payroll processing.

Reduced administrative costs

Reduced administrative costs

Lowers the costs associated with manual payroll management and potential errors, leading to overall cost savings for the business.

Other features

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Staff availability

Staff availability

No more chasing your employees

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Labour budgeting

Labour budgeting

Manage your cost, maximise profit

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Simple rostering

Simple rostering

Easy to use staff roster tool

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Work Attendance App

RosterElf's clock in apps for your business

Keeping track of time entries and whether employees have completed their timesheets is no longer a worry. With RosterElf's free time clock app, you can implement an easy attendance system.

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KEY BENEFITS

The top 6 benefits of using Payroll Integration Software

Simplicity in Use

Simplicity in Use

Experience an intuitive interface that simplifies payroll and rostering tasks, making management easier.

Mobile Apps

Mobile Apps

Manage your payroll and rosters on the go with our user-friendly mobile apps, ensuring flexibility and convenience.

Live Budgeting

Live Budgeting

Track costs, labour percentages, and hourly rates in real-time, helping you make informed financial decisions.

Improved Communication

Improved Communication

Enhance team communication by sharing rosters instantly and managing last-minute changes effortlessly.

Shift Swaps & Open Shifts

Shift Swaps & Open Shifts

Easily handle shift swaps and open shifts, ensuring smooth operations and better employee satisfaction.

Roster Templates

Roster Templates

Create and reuse roster templates, streamlining the scheduling process and saving valuable time.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Leave Management software questions? We have the answers

  • Yes, we offer a video guide for payroll. Our customer success team has recorded our latest payroll webinar.
  • Set up payroll in Xero by adding employee details, tax information, and pay calendars. Xero allows easy processing of pay runs, payslip generation, and tax management.
  • Record payroll in Xero by adding employee details, creating pay runs, entering hours worked or salaries, and processing pay runs to generate payslips. Xero calculates taxes and deductions automatically.
  • No, Xero payroll requires a paid subscription. RosterElf integrates with Xero payroll for seamless management.
  • No, payroll is a separate product in Xero but integrates seamlessly with RosterElf for efficient payroll management.

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