How does RosterElf connect rostered hours with payroll systems?

RosterElf links rostered hours with payroll by exporting approved timesheets generated through the Time & Attendance system , ensuring only verified hours are sent to payroll.

Can payroll accuracy improve when combined with automated rostering?

Yes — accurate schedules created through auto-scheduling help ensure payroll reflects correct staffing levels and reduces administrative corrections.

How do labour budgeting tools support payroll preparation?

The labour budgeting tool shows wage forecasts before payroll is processed, helping businesses predict and control payroll costs.

Can payroll data highlight rostering inconsistencies for future shifts?

Yes — patterns in approved hours can inform better scheduling decisions using insights from availability management .

Does payroll integration help reduce manual rostering corrections?

By linking directly with attendance data and roster rules such as roster warnings , fewer manual corrections are required before payroll.

How do digital timesheets support payroll integration?

Digital timesheets generated from the Time & Attendance suite provide accurate worked hours for seamless payroll approval.

Can real-time attendance data reduce payroll errors?

Yes — real-time visibility from the live attendance dashboard ensures payroll reflects verified clock-ins and breaks.

Does break compliance affect payroll outcomes?

Break compliance captured using the break planning feature ensures correct penalty rates and allowances flow into payroll.

Can kiosk or mobile clock-ins be used for payroll export?

Yes — all attendance sources, including mobile and kiosk systems, feed into digital timesheets through the Time & Attendance platform.

Does geofencing improve the accuracy of payroll exports?

Location-verified attendance from the GPS geofencing tool ensures payroll receives only genuine, on-site work hours.

How are penalty rates and allowances applied before payroll export?

Award rules rely on correct qualifications stored in the employee onboarding system to ensure accurate calculation before payroll.

Does payroll integration help businesses reduce pay run administration?

Yes — by linking rostering, attendance and employee data, businesses significantly reduce manual data entry and reconciliation.

How does payroll integration prevent incorrect overtime payments?

Overtime risks are flagged using data from the labour forecasting tool before payroll review.

Can payroll integration streamline multi-site payroll processing?

Yes — consolidated timesheet data across multiple sites simplifies multi-location payroll preparation.

Does payroll integration support audit-ready payroll records?

Yes — all timesheet and attendance data feeding payroll is traceable and consistent with HR and scheduling records.

Can managers notify staff when payroll is processed?

Yes — with built-in communication features like the team chat app , managers can instantly notify staff about pay-run updates.

How does payroll integration reduce communication around pay disputes?

Since integrated workflows use accurate timesheets and attendance, staff receive fewer incorrect pays, reducing follow-up messages.

Can staff clarify payroll issues using in-app communication tools?

Yes — employees can message managers through the integrated communication system, referencing verified attendance and roster data.

Does payroll integration improve communication between payroll and rostering teams?

With all data connected, both teams can collaborate directly through the communication hub while referencing shared timesheet data.

How do automated notifications help streamline the payroll cycle?

Real-time alerts from the communication tools keep staff updated on approvals, corrections and pay-run progress.

How does payroll integration ensure HR compliance across pay cycles?

Payroll relies on accurate employee details, qualifications and availability from the ELF HR suite to stay compliant.

Can payroll integration help prevent unauthorised or incorrect pay rates?

Yes — correct roles and certificates captured in the certification management tool ensure payroll uses accurate rates.

Does payroll integration account for approved leave?

Yes — approved leave processed through the leave management system is reflected automatically in payroll preparation.

Can payroll integration support performance and workforce insights?

By linking payroll with verified attendance and HR records, managers can analyse trends across the HR tools .

Does payroll integration improve fairness and consistency across pay periods?

Yes — by enforcing qualifications, fatigue rules and compliance settings from the HR suite , payroll outcomes become more consistent.

Payroll Software Integration

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Timesheets to Payroll

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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.

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“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

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Andrew Luczynski

“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”

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Jennifer Mardini

“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.”

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Key benefits

Why you need payroll integration software

Streamlined payroll processing

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

Enhanced accuracy

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

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

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

Real-time data

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

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

No more chasing your employees

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Labour budgeting

Manage your cost, maximise profit

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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

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

Mobile Apps

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

Live Budgeting

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

Improved Communication

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

Shift Swaps & Open Shifts

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

Roster Templates

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

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Payroll integrations questions? We have the answers

RosterElf links rostered hours with payroll by exporting approved timesheets generated through the Time & Attendance system, ensuring only verified hours are sent to payroll.
Yes — accurate schedules created through auto-scheduling help ensure payroll reflects correct staffing levels and reduces administrative corrections.
The labour budgeting tool shows wage forecasts before payroll is processed, helping businesses predict and control payroll costs.
Yes — patterns in approved hours can inform better scheduling decisions using insights from availability management.
By linking directly with attendance data and roster rules such as roster warnings, fewer manual corrections are required before payroll.

Digital timesheets generated from the Time & Attendance suite provide accurate worked hours for seamless payroll approval.
Yes — real-time visibility from the live attendance dashboard ensures payroll reflects verified clock-ins and breaks.
Break compliance captured using the break planning feature ensures correct penalty rates and allowances flow into payroll.
Yes — all attendance sources, including mobile and kiosk systems, feed into digital timesheets through the Time & Attendance platform.
Location-verified attendance from the GPS geofencing tool ensures payroll receives only genuine, on-site work hours.

Award rules rely on correct qualifications stored in the employee onboarding system to ensure accurate calculation before payroll.
Yes — by linking rostering, attendance and employee data, businesses significantly reduce manual data entry and reconciliation.
Overtime risks are flagged using data from the labour forecasting tool before payroll review.
Yes — consolidated timesheet data across multiple sites simplifies multi-location payroll preparation.
Yes — all timesheet and attendance data feeding payroll is traceable and consistent with HR and scheduling records.

Yes — with built-in communication features like the team chat app, managers can instantly notify staff about pay-run updates.
Since integrated workflows use accurate timesheets and attendance, staff receive fewer incorrect pays, reducing follow-up messages.
Yes — employees can message managers through the integrated communication system, referencing verified attendance and roster data.
With all data connected, both teams can collaborate directly through the communication hub while referencing shared timesheet data.
Real-time alerts from the communication tools keep staff updated on approvals, corrections and pay-run progress.

Payroll relies on accurate employee details, qualifications and availability from the ELF HR suite to stay compliant.
Yes — correct roles and certificates captured in the certification management tool ensure payroll uses accurate rates.
Yes — approved leave processed through the leave management system is reflected automatically in payroll preparation.
By linking payroll with verified attendance and HR records, managers can analyse trends across the HR tools.
Yes — by enforcing qualifications, fatigue rules and compliance settings from the HR suite, payroll outcomes become more consistent.

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