Happy HR Payroll
Happy HR — Cloud-based HR software that unites hiring, HR, payroll, e-learning, and benefits with expert support.
Happy HR is an Australia-focused, cloud-based HR management platform that unifies recruitment, HR compliance and management, rostering, payroll, learning, and employee benefits in one system. It offers free recruitment software, HR advisory support, mobile apps, integrations with leading payroll and accounting tools, and ISO 27001–compliant security.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001 (konform/complaint)
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
Australia
Retention & deletion
Encrypted backup snapshots of customer data and files are retained for a rolling 20-day period.
2FA controls aligned with ATO requirements (e.g., STP); automatic updates to awards/entitlements.
Feature Scope
- Payroll and rostering in one system: automate timesheets, leave, and award calculations; maintain Fair Work compliance; manage EBAs.
- Award compliance engine: automatic updates to Australian award pay rates, penalties, and entitlements.
- Reporting & insights: payroll summaries, cost reports, employee analytics across pay cycles.
- Employee self-service: timesheets and leave submissions by employees.
- ATO electronic lodgements and quarterly super processing.
- Pay Conditions Engine, compliant awards (Payroll+), time and attendance kiosk, rostering.
- Integrations: Xero, MYOB (including AR/Essentials), QuickBooks, Reckon, Sage Intacct, Deputy, Tanda, Shiftcare, Zapier; real-time data sync to reduce errors. Setup via in-app API integrations page.
- Security: ISO 27001 compliant; two‑factor authentication (2FA) for admins and users with access to sensitive data per ATO requirements (codes via email/SMS; trust device 30 days).
- Compliance posture: Fair Work award compliance; Australian privacy legislation principles; ATO-compatible workflows (e.g., STP is cited as an example on 2FA requirements page).
- Banking, tax, and superannuation management supported through integrations and processes.
Pricing hints: Add-on pricing for payroll: Payroll Standard at $4 + GST per employee/month; Payroll+ at $6 + GST per employee/month. One-time setup approx. $2,000 + GST for both (quoted before commencement). Fully outsourced payroll options: Weekly $19.95 + GST PEPM; Fortnightly $14.95 + GST PEPM; Monthly $9.95 + GST PEPM; each also notes a one-time setup ~ $2,000 + GST.
Security hints: ISO 27001 compliant; 2FA available and required for admins/privileged users per ATO guidelines (codes via primary/alternate email or phone; optional trust for 30 days).
Compliance hints: Fair Work award compliance (automatic updates to rates/entitlements); ATO electronic lodgements; 2FA aligned with ATO requirements (Single Touch Payroll cited as an example on 2FA page); ISO 27001 compliance; adherence to Australian privacy legislation principles.
Implementation hints: Typical setup for the broader HRIS reported as ~3–5 hours, with onboarding support, training, and options for self-guided or pro (consultant-led). Payroll add-on notes a one-time setup fee (~$2,000 + GST), and all setups are quoted before commencement. Migration from other providers supported.
Support hints: 15 minutes of phone-based support per month, plus Zoom support and virtual screen sharing; email support via help@happyhr.com; dedicated Client Relationship Team; HR Advisory available (noting separate programs).
Integration hints: Native integrations with Xero, MYOB (AR/Essentials), QuickBooks, Reckon, Sage Intacct, Deputy, Tanda, Shiftcare, Zapier; in-app API integrations page for setup; real-time sync to reduce double entry and payroll errors.
- Smart rostering: Create shift templates, publish rosters in minutes, and send real-time updates to teams.
- Automated timesheets: Track clock-ins/outs, breaks, and total hours with streamlined approvals.
- Mobile-first for teams on the go: Employees get roster updates, can clock in/out, and view timesheets on their phones.
- Seamless payroll integration: Push approved hours as units directly into payroll platforms like Xero and MYOB; eliminate double-handling and reduce errors.
- Integrations ecosystem (examples):
- Xero, MYOB AccountRight/Business (Essentials), QuickBooks, Reckon, Sage Intacct (timesheet import/payroll mgmt/leave export/journal export), ShiftCare (payroll/document info), Tanda (payroll and shift info).
- PaySync connector enables broader links to Time & Attendance (Aussie Time Sheets Basic/Premier/Workforce TNA), HR (ATS Onboarding, FlareHR), ERPs (Sage X3, IPM Global), payrolls (Unipay, HR3/ReadyTech, Access Micropay, Pronto Xi, Employment Hero Payroll, PayFocus/MS Dynamics), plus Xero AU/NZ and MYOB.
- Zapier for no-code workflow automation (syncs personal and leave info, etc.).
- Admin time reduction: Customers report slashing up to 90% of HR admin time by centralising processes.
- Security: ISO 27001 compliant; strong privacy controls and access restrictions; alignment with Australian privacy legislation.
- Compliance posture: Platform built for HR compliance (references to Fair Work Act 2009 and staying compliant with payroll as you grow).
Pricing hints: Happy HR pricing starts from $8.00 + GST per employee with Self-Guided and Pro plan options; free trial available. The site also markets 'Free rostering and time sheeting' as integration software, but exact entitlements and plan inclusions should be confirmed on the pricing page.
Security hints: ISO 27001 compliant; data stored and accessed per Australian privacy legislation principles; confidentiality and least-access controls mentioned.
Compliance hints: Claims support for HR compliance and references Fair Work Act 2009; ISO 27001 noted (security certification).
Implementation hints: Typical setup time ~3–5 hours. Onboarding options: Self-Guided (with training guides) or Pro (access to qualified HR team). Implementation support includes system setup, tailoring HR policies, position descriptions, and training for managers/employees; migration help from other providers available.
Support hints: 15 minutes of phone-based support per month; Zoom support and virtual screen sharing; email support via help@happyhr.com; training and webinars; dedicated Client Relationship Team.
Integration hints: Native and connector-based integrations include Xero, MYOB AccountRight/Business (Essentials), QuickBooks, Reckon, Sage Intacct (timesheet import/leave export/journal export), ShiftCare (payroll/doc info), Tanda (payroll/shift sync), Zapier (workflows: personal and leave info), and PaySync (links to Aussie Time Sheets, FlareHR, Sage X3, IPM Global, Unipay, HR3/ReadyTech, Access Micropay, Pronto Xi, Employment Hero Payroll, PayFocus/Microsoft Dynamics, Xero AU/NZ, MYOB). Integrations are enabled via the API integrations page in Happy HR settings.
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
- Org chart
- Positions
Payroll
- Gross-to-net
- Tax/reporting
- Benefits/deductions
- Payslips
Time Tracking
- Clock in/out
- Timesheets
- Overtime rules
Leave
- Leave policies
- Approvals
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- API
Security & IT
- MFA
- RBAC
- Data residency region
- Audit logs
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Onboarding
- Onboarding checklists
Offboarding
- Offboarding checklists
Compliance
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
On request
GST is additional. A one-time setup fee of approximately AUD 2,000 plus GST is stated for payroll add-ons and outsourced payroll; exact costs are quoted before work begins.
Implementation
Setup via the in-app integration page for accounting/workforce tools; data mapping for Awards/EBAs is required.
Support
Email (help@happyhr.com) · Phone (includes 15 minutes per month) · Zoom/Virtual Screen Sharing
SLA: Payroll platform phone and email support operates Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding public holidays. A callback is guaranteed within four hours for major issues and within 24 hours for new requests. For emails received outside business hours, action is not guaranteed before 9 a.m. on the next working day.
Time zones: Primarily Australia (AEST/AEDT)
Integrations
MYOB Business (Essentials)
PayrollNative payroll integration.
PaySync
OtherConnector enabling broader links to payroll, HR, ERP, and time & attendance systems.
Aussie Time Sheets Premier
OtherTime & attendance; via PaySync.
Aussie Time Sheets Workforce TNA
OtherTime & attendance; via PaySync.
FlareHR
HRISHR/Onboarding; via PaySync.
Sage X3
OtherERP; via PaySync.
Unipay
PayrollVia PaySync.
Microsoft Dynamics
OtherERP (e.g., Dynamics 365/Finance/Business Central); via PaySync.
Xero (AU/NZ via PaySync)
PayrollRegional support via PaySync.
MYOB (via PaySync)
PayrollAdditional connection via PaySync.
Xero
AccountingReal-time synchronization of payroll and financial data to reduce duplicate entries
MYOB AccountRight
AccountingNative Integration
MYOB Essentials
AccountingNative Integration
QuickBooks
AccountingNative Integration
Reckon
AccountingNative Integration
Sage Intacct
Accounting/ERPNative Integration
Deputy
Time & Attendance/RosteringSync von Timesheets/Rosters
Tanda
Time & Attendance/RosteringSync von Timesheets/Rosters
ShiftCare
Scheduling/WorkforceIntegration mentioned
Zapier
iPaaS/AutomationWorkflow automation via Zapier; requires API connectivity
ATO (Single Touch Payroll)
Government/TaxElectronic submissions (e.g., STP) compliant with ATO
Aussie Time Sheets Basic
OtherTime & attendance; via PaySync.
Employment Hero Payroll
PayrollVia PaySync.
Access Micropay
PayrollVia PaySync.
HR3/ReadyTech
PayrollVia PaySync.
Pronto Xi
OtherERP; via PaySync.
In‑App API Integrations
APIConfiguration via the in-app integration page; real-time data synchronization
PayFocus
PayrollVia PaySync.
IPM Global
OtherERP/Project; via PaySync.
