Payroll software

Your business is complex.  Payroll software shouldn’t be.

Automate your pay runs, stay compliant and pay employees globally in as little as 90 seconds.

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Reliability

Run payroll accurately. On time. Every time.

We built Rippling’s payroll software on a unified record of employee data, meaning it can automate manual work and reduce the risk of human error.

Payroll

Streamline your payroll processing

You just click 'Run.' Rippling automatically calculates your PAYGW and submits STP2 to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

Once you approve payroll, Rippling generates an ABA file or can even pay employees' net wages, superannuation, and taxes with the press of a button.

1:1 | Run Payroll with deposits and tax amounts, calculating debit

Pay run comparison

Get visibility into changes across pay runs

Compare your current pay run with the previous runs and more before you hit 'Approve.'

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Get more from your payroll software with Rippling

Run global payroll in one system

Pay your employees and contractors in minutes, no matter where they work.

Connect preferred accounting software

Integrate with industry-leading accounting systems like Xero, QuickBooks, and NetSuite.

Delegate tasks without sacrificing control

Automatically control who can view, create, manage, and approve pay runs.

Run payroll on your schedule

Stay flexible and process payroll as often as you need — at no extra charge.

Tailor pay types to your business needs

Select from default pay types or customize your own on a one-off or recurring basis.

Offer employee self-service

Reduce HR requests by letting current and past employees view pay stubs and tax forms at any time.

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Built different

Meet the platform powering your payroll software

Most all-in-one software consists of acquired systems. These modules are disconnected, so your business data is too. Rippling takes a platform approach, building products on a single source of truth for all the business data related to employees. This rich, flexible data source unlocks a powerful set of capabilities.

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Permissions

Automatically govern what each person in your company can see, do and access.

Policies

Build custom policies that enforce your business's unique rules and procedures.

Workflows

Automate virtually anything with hyper-custom triggers and advanced workflow actions.

Analytics

Make better decisions faster with real-time, unified data in an easy-to-use report builder.

600+ integrations with your favourite apps

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Payroll Features

Payroll software for businesses of every size

Paperless new hire forms

Federal, state, and local taxes made easy. All documents are digital and easily accessible for both admins and employees.

Modern Awards

Rippling automatically applies the appropriate base pay, overtime and penalty rates, and allowances through our Time and Payroll modules.

Multiple pay rates

Set up differential pay rules using nearly any variable in Rippling—from location to department.

Multiple approvers

Set up multiple approval points for payroll to enhance security and ensure thorough oversight.

Retroactive pay

Automatically calculate and pay the prorated difference for backdated compensation increases, so your employees always get the right paycheck.

Mobile app

Your employees can see their pay stubs, request time off, and even view their T4s on the go in our mobile app.

People Center, Inc.’s (“Rippling’s”) payroll payment rails for funds originating in Australia are powered by Airwallex Pty Ltd (ABN 37 609 653 312, AFSL No. 487221). Your access to these services is arranged by People Center, Inc. as Airwallex’s authorised representative (No. 001303936).

This information doesn’t take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. It is important for you to consider these matters and read Airwallex's Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), available here before you make a decision regarding these services. You can also obtain a copy of the Financial Service Guide (FSG) here.

Run payroll around the world

Run payroll for employees, employer of record (EOR) services, and contractors around the world in minutes.

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Give employees access to payslips and tax docs

Employees can view payslips and update their bank, tax and superannuation details, with quick access to personal information.

FAQs

What is payroll management?

Payroll management is the process of paying your employees and contractors accurately and on time. It includes calculating wages, managing deductions (like taxes and benefits), handling garnishments, and maintaining all necessary financial records while ensuring compliance with regulations.

What are the steps in the payroll process?

The typical payroll process starts with collecting employee information and setting up a pay schedule. Then, for each pay period, it involves calculating gross pay, deducting taxes and other withholdings, filing taxes with the appropriate agencies, and, finally, issuing payments to your employees and contractors — all while keeping precise records.

What is an online payroll system?

An online payroll system is software that helps businesses manage all aspects of their payroll. This often includes calculating employee pay, handling direct deposits, managing deductions, and filing payroll taxes automatically.

Why does a company need the best payroll software?

Payroll software simplifies how you pay your employees and contractors. It accurately calculates pay, manages tax filings, and keeps important employee data (like hours and deductions) in sync, saving you time and reducing the risk of errors.

How does Rippling's payroll software make my job easier?

Some examples of how Rippling's payroll software can make your job so much easier:

Rippling automatically calculates all of your payroll taxes — federal, state, and local — and submits your tax forms and payments for you
Employee withholdings automatically flow into payroll, so you’ll never need to manually enter withholding amounts
Rippling securely stores electronic copies of all employee tax forms (like W-2s and 1099s) with each employee's profile, making them easy to find for reference or audits, even after an employee leaves

Who is Rippling’s payroll software for?

Rippling’s payroll software is built to support businesses of all sizes, from small startups to large enterprises.

Can I pay an international employee or contractor?

Yes. Rippling Global Payroll allows you to hire, pay, and manage your international employees and contractors compliantly all within the same system that you use for your US workforce, simplifying global operations. Check out Global Payroll.

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Your business is complex.  Payroll software shouldn’t be.