Payroll software · New Zealand
PayHero
NZ payroll by FlexiTime — Holidays Act-compliant, automated payday filing, strong for variable-hours trades
Market position
PayHero (by FlexiTime) is New Zealand payroll software designed for accurate compliance — online timesheets, employee self-service, leave management, and automated payday filing to IRD. It is notably strong on MBIE Holidays Act compliance, with legislative updates applied automatically and a dedicated NZ support team, and it offers a trades-specific payroll product.
New Zealand-specific note
MBIE Holidays Act compliance is a notorious NZ pain point, especially for variable-hours and overtime crews. PayHero's timesheet-driven model and automatic legislative updates are built for exactly that, with payday filing to IRD, KiwiSaver, and ACC handled.
Pros
- + NZ-built with strong MBIE Holidays Act compliance
- + Automated payday filing to IRD
- + Timesheets, self-service, and leave management built in
- + Dedicated trades-payroll product and NZ support
- + 14-day free trial
Cons
- − NZ-only — no cross-market value
- − Per-employee pricing adds up as the team grows
- − Full features require higher tiers
Typical New Zealand pricing
From NZ$19 + $4/employee per month (base); Super $39 + $5, Premium $59 + $6
Why this matters for New Zealand trades
Trades are registered/licensed (e.g., the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board; the Electrical Workers Registration Board), and payroll software must handle IRD payday filing, KiwiSaver, and GST.
New Zealand trades vendor selection is shaped by registration/licensing regimes (registered electricians, certifying plumbers/gasfitters), IRD payday filing, KiwiSaver, and GST.
Frequently asked
Is PayHero a good fit for New Zealand trades?
PayHero (by FlexiTime) is New Zealand payroll software designed for accurate compliance — online timesheets, employee self-service, leave management, and automated payday filing to IRD. It is notably strong on MBIE Holidays Act compliance, with legislative updates applied automatically and a dedicated NZ support team, and it offers a trades-specific payroll product. MBIE Holidays Act compliance is a notorious NZ pain point, especially for variable-hours and overtime crews. PayHero's timesheet-driven model and automatic legislative updates are built for exactly that, with payday filing to IRD, KiwiSaver, and ACC handled.
What does PayHero cost in New Zealand?
From NZ$19 + $4/employee per month (base); Super $39 + $5, Premium $59 + $6. Pricing and availability can change by region — confirm current New Zealand pricing on the vendor's site before committing.
Is PayHero recommended?
Yes — it is a Tier S (Recommended) pick in our New Zealand directory for payroll software, based on market fit and reputation. Still compare it against the alternatives for your specific trade and region.