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Cut hours of manual payroll work with AI
Automate pay runs, uncover insights, and stay compliant globally with an AI‑native platform.
AI that isn’t all talk
Unlock business-critical insights and delegate tedious tasks to AI built for HR, Payroll, IT, and Finance.
Payroll software that runs accurately and on time—every time
All-in-one payroll software
Sync payroll with your HCM
With Rippling, HR data—like new hires, salary changes, and benefits deductions—flow directly and automatically into Payroll. No manual errors or work required.
Payroll automation
Get payroll right the first time
Click “run” and let Rippling handle the rest. We automatically calculate payroll taxes and file them with the correct federal, state, and local agencies at precisely the right time.
Total visibility
Track changes across pay runs
Rippling lets you compare your current pay run with previous ones to catch discrepancies before final approval. Easily dig into changes in gross pay, taxes, deductions, and more with a single click.
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
Learn more about the Rippling platformMeet 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 business data related to employees. This rich, flexible data source unlocks a powerful set of capabilities.
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Payroll Features
Payroll software for businesses of every size
Filings for TD1, T4, ROE, RL-1, and T4a
Federal, state, and local taxes made easy. All documents are digital and easily accessible for both admins and employees.
Garnishments
Rippling supports all garnishment types and can even pay them out on your behalf.
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.
Give employees access to pay stubs and tax docs
Employees can view pay stubs and T4s at any time (even if they leave your company), with quick access to withholdings and other details.
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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! Unlike other online payroll systems that can only handle US payroll and require you to pay for additional expensive software, Rippling Global Payroll allows you to hire, pay, and manage your entire workforce, in one place and all in-house. Check out our Global Payroll product.