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# Payroll Software

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> Payroll Software is a cloud-based platform that automates tax calculations, direct deposits, and compliance reporting for businesses.
> 
> Verdict: Rated \*\*\*\* by 0 users. Top-rated for **Overall Quality**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses Payroll Software?

Payroll Software is a cloud-based platform for Canadian businesses, automating tax calculations, withholdings, and direct deposits while ensuring compliance with Canadian Revenue Agency regulations.

## About the vendor

- **Company**: CommonOffice
- **Location**: Toronto, Canada
- **Founded**: 1998

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: CA$8,99
- **Pricing model**: Per User
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Canada

## Features

- Benefits Management
- Compensation Management
- Direct Deposit
- Employee Database
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Self Service Portal
- Tax Compliance

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Payroll Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30202/payroll/software)

## Alternatives

1. [QuickBooks Enterprise](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/46497/quickbooks-enterprise) — 4.5/5 (20639 reviews)
2. [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/141374/quickbooks-online) — 4.3/5 (8447 reviews)
3. [ADP Workforce Now](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/155895/workforcenow) — 4.4/5 (7205 reviews)
4. [Rippling](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/172127/rippling) — 4.9/5 (4777 reviews)
5. [FreshBooks](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/142390/freshbooks) — 4.5/5 (4515 reviews)

## Links

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