Choosing the right payroll software can be a game-changer for your small business. It streamlines processes, ensures compliance, and saves you valuable time. To help you find the best fit, we've compared four popular options:
- Simple: Ideal for straightforward payroll needs. Basic calculations, IR filing, and standard payslips. Cost: $15/month + $2/employee per pay run.
- Standard: More comprehensive. Includes mobile apps, timesheets, reports, support, and automated banking. Cost: $45/month + $5/employee per pay run.
- Premium: Most powerful option. Features custom job costing, branded payslips, and employee scheduling (Rosters). Cost: $66/month + $6/employee per pay run.
- Self-Service: Starts at $19.90/month for up to 5 employees, with a $50 registration fee. Training available at an additional cost. Contact for pricing for larger businesses.
- Origin: For small businesses up to 5 employees. Includes payroll, timesheets, leave requests, automated IR filing, and more. Cost: $19/month + $4/employee per month.
- Super: For up to 50 employees. Adds unlimited employees, Pay Now with Akahu, GPS Clock In, Insights Reporting, etc. Cost: $39/month + $5/employee per month.
- Universe: For 50+ employees. Includes all Super features plus onboarding, workflows, document management, expenses, API access. Cost: $59/month + $6/employee per month.
- DIY Payroll: For businesses comfortable processing payroll data. Basic calculations, IR filing, and standard payslips. Cost: $50/month + $2/employee per pay run .
- Managed Payroll: For businesses wanting hands-off payroll management. Includes a dedicated account manager. Cost: $50/month + $6/employee per pay run (minimum $300/month).
Choosing the Best Fit:
The ideal payroll software for your business depends on:
- Size and complexity: How many employees do you have? How complex is your pay structure?
- Payroll needs: What features are essential (e.g., timesheets, leave tracking, reporting)?
- Budget: What are you willing to spend?
- Support: How much assistance do you need?
Consider these factors, explore free trials if available, and reach out to our team for personalised guidance. We're here to help you make an informed decision.
*Prices current at July 2024