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A fresh approach to payroll
With FreshBooks Payroll, powerfully simple payroll is available within your FreshBooks account. We’ve partnered with Gusto, the #1 rated HR software for payroll, to help you save time and ensure accuracy. Plus, you’ll instantly see how much you’re spending on payroll, so you’re never in the dark.
Simplify payroll taxes and compliance
Pay your people with just a few clicks
Get a complete view of your financial health
Find solutions that suit your needs
Simplify payroll taxes and compliance
Pay your people with just a few clicks
Get a complete view of your financial health
Find solutions that suit your needs














Simplify payroll taxes and compliance





Pay your people with just a few clicks



Get a complete view of your financial health





Find solutions that suit your needs




A powerful partnership
You’re in good company
Rest easy knowing your payroll is in good hands. FreshBooks partners with Gusto to offer speedy set up and pleasant pay days. All from the comfort of your FreshBooks account.
Keep your books in sync
Transactions for every pay run will be automatically created so your reports and books stay accurate and organized.
See pay run info
Get an at-a-glance summary of your previous payroll runs with hours and earnings for your team.
File payroll taxes automatically
With FreshBooks Payroll, your payroll taxes are automatically filed.
Frequently asked questions
FreshBooks Payroll software is a streamlined and effective payroll software system that’s powered by Gusto, an industry leader in HR software. With FreshBooks Payroll powered by Gusto, you can process payroll, record benefits, view payroll reports, and download forms for state and federal taxes. Plus, transactions for every pay run will be automatically created, so your FreshBooks accounting software reports and books stay accurate and organized.
FreshBooks Payroll software has automatic tax filing and assists with tax compliance. You’ll save yourself time, money, and likely, a few headaches too. All for a low monthly cost with no hidden fees.
Find more details on setting up and running payroll in our Help Center.
Get more information on cut-off and processing times.
How you pay yourself is an important consideration when running a small business. Most owners choose to pay themselves through one of two ways: salary or owner’s draw. Owners who pay themselves a salary can quickly and easily set themselves up in FreshBooks to receive regular direct deposits. More information can be found here.
If you prefer to pay yourself via owner's draw, FreshBooks Payroll does not currently support that functionality.
FreshBooks Payroll software enables you to run payroll easily. It generates payroll tax filings and payments, W-2s, and direct deposits on your behalf. Your transactions for every pay run will be automatically created, so your reports and books stay accurate and organized.
FreshBooks Payroll is an add-on for paying FreshBooks subscribers. It is not currently available to FreshBooks customers on a free trial. In addition to the cost of your FreshBooks subscription, FreshBooks Payroll costs $40/month plus $6/month for each employee. The subscription includes unlimited payrolls, free direct deposit, and automatic federal and state payroll tax filing.
FreshBooks Payroll software is deeply integrated with FreshBooks accounting software for seamless data entry and accurate records.
Visit our Pricing page for more details on FreshBooks pricing.
