Resend timesheets and payroll through RosterElf to Xero

By Sean Wyse Updated 12 January 2026 3 min read

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This article explains how to re-run your payroll into Xero from RosterElf. If you’ve already processed a payroll but need to make changes, you can resend the updated timesheets easily. This process ensures your payroll data in Xero remains accurate after adjustments.

Frequently asked questions

1. When should I re-run payroll into Xero?

You should re-run payroll after correcting timesheets, updating hours, or making roster changes post-processing. Doing so ensures that Xero reflects the most recent and accurate payroll data from RosterElf.

2. Will re-running payroll overwrite data in Xero?

Re-running payroll updates only the affected timesheets or staff records in Xero. It doesn’t delete your existing data but replaces the relevant payroll entries with the latest information from RosterElf.

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1.1 Re-run a full payroll

1.1.1 Open your RosterElf account and navigate to Payroll.

Payroll section in RosterElf
1.1.2 Select the relevant pay period date.

Payroll section in RosterElf
1.1.3 Make any necessary changes or adjustments to shifts or hours.

Payroll section in RosterElf
1.1.4 Click Send to Xero to reprocess and update the payroll.

Payroll section in RosterElf class="mb-6 text-gray-700" > This section explains how to re-send payroll data for an individual employee. Use this method if only one staff member’s timesheet needs to be corrected or re-sent to Xero without affecting others in the same pay period.

2.1 Send a single staff member’s timesheet

2.1.1 Open your RosterElf account and go to Payroll.

Payroll section in RosterElf
2.1.2 Select the relevant pay period date.

Payroll section in RosterElf
2.1.3 Choose View by employee to display individual staff.

Payroll section in RosterElf
2.1.4 Make any required adjustments to that employee’s data.

Payroll section in RosterElf
2.1.5 Click Send to Xero to reprocess the single employee’s payroll.

Payroll section in RosterElf class="mb-6 text-gray-700" > 1. How do I re-run a full payroll from RosterElf to Xero?
To re-run a full payroll, open your RosterElf account and go to the Payroll tab. Select the correct pay period, make any necessary updates, and click Send to Xero. This will reprocess all staff timesheets and ensure your Xero records are accurate.

2. Can I resend payroll for only one employee in Xero?
Yes. In RosterElf, open Payroll, select your pay period, and choose View by employee. Make any required changes to the staff member’s timesheet, then click Send to Xero to resend only that employee’s payroll data.

3. When should I re-run payroll into Xero?
You should re-run payroll after correcting timesheets, updating hours, or making roster changes post-processing. Doing so ensures that Xero reflects the most recent and accurate payroll data from RosterElf.

4. Will re-running payroll overwrite data in Xero?
Re-running payroll updates only the affected timesheets or staff records in Xero. It doesn’t delete your existing data but replaces the relevant payroll entries with the latest information from RosterElf.

5. Do I need to disconnect and reconnect Xero to re-run payroll?
No. You don’t need to reconnect Xero. As long as your Xero integration is active, you can resend payroll directly from RosterElf by selecting the pay period and clicking Send to Xero.

6. Can I override a Xero Me Timesheet?
No. You will need to follow this guide to resolve the issue: Resolve Xero Me timesheet payroll issues

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