Navigating payday is an essential part of running a business. So why is it so difficult? 

Our research shows that 92% of New Zealand pay runs take up to three days to complete, and over one-third of payroll providers report difficulties collecting payroll data from clients. Payday becomes a weekly, fortnightly or monthly challenge that inevitably takes a lot of time and effort.

It doesn’t have to be like that. AI has completely revolutionised payroll, automating critical parts of the process and giving business owners and payroll providers a ton of time back. 

That’s why we’ve created this guide, to illuminate the solutions available and help you help your clients.

Download the guide by filling out the form on the right. 

What’s in the guide?

In our guide, we’ll take you through what those AI payroll solutions look like in action, the concerns that hold businesses back from implementing them and why it’s worth getting your clients set up with the new technology. 

Topics include:

• Barriers to automating payroll
• The business case for automated payroll
• How to get your client on board

The key to modernising payroll

There’s a lot that goes into managing payroll. From sending out payslips to calculating KiwiSaver and PAYE contributions, completing every step of the process takes time and effort. 

That’s where AI comes in. AI-powered payroll systems like Employment Hero can automate many of those steps and do the time-consuming admin for you. Automation means that  complex pay structures are instantly calculated, while AI-powered alerts can catch errors before a pay run is finalised. In fact, Employment Hero’s Intelligent Payroll consolidates over 150 payroll steps into a few clicks. 

Employment Hero also provides a secure, centralised system for all payroll data, eliminating the need to rummage through paperwork. When businesses are required to keep employee records for six years, that adds up to a lot of sensitive information. 

Many businesses are hesitant to make the switch due to concerns about data security, finding the right balance between automation and human oversight, and a lack of in-house expertise. That’s understandable but this is where professional guidance becomes essential, and that’s where we need you.

You know that your clients have enough on their plate running their businesses. By introducing them to automated payroll and allaying their concerns, you’ll save them significant time that they can put back into other priorities. 

How you can support your clients

As a payroll consultant or advisor, you play a crucial role in helping your clients navigate the shift toward modernising their payroll. Many business owners are overwhelmed by the complexities of payroll and the thought of implementing new technology. Your insights can help them overcome these barriers and feel empowered by automated payroll, rather than intimidated. 

You can begin by having a conversation about their biggest payroll headaches, whether it’s the time it takes, the complexity of compliance or security concerns. By asking targeted questions, you can show them the real value of automation, like how it can reduce pay runs from a three-day process to a matter of minutes.

By highlighting the tangible benefits of Employment Hero’s AI-powered payroll software, such as automated, up-to-date calculations, employee self-service and data-driven insights, you can build a compelling case for change. 

Curious about what our payroll software can do? Take a look…

Join us as an Employment Hero Partner

Your clients need a trusted advisor to guide their digital transformation. That means helping them understand their current payroll challenges, identify future needs and choosing the right tools for their unique needs. 

As an Employment Hero Partner, you’ll be perfectly positioned to:

• Start the right conversations about digital modernisation
• Demystify automation and AI
• Lead implementation of new tech and training
• Offer ongoing support and advice 

Whether you want to stay hands-on, refer and earn, or deliver a fully managed payroll service, Employment Hero offers flexible partnership models to suit your business. Together, we can help your clients modernise payroll, reduce admin and better manage compliance, all while growing your advisory impact along the way.

So, why wait? Become an Employment Hero Partner today and take advantage of the unique benefits on offer for both you and your clients.