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From 1 January 2026, Lightning Payroll offers an Accounting Integration Add-On for customers who want to send payroll data directly to accounting platforms such as Xero and MYOB AccountRight. The add-on costs $99 per year on an annual subscription, or $9.95 per month on a monthly subscription.
What Does This Add-On Unlock?
This add-on enables the following features:
- Journal upload to the Xero and MYOB AccountRight APIs.
- Bank transaction upload to inform your accounting system of the transactions included in your Direct Entry (ABA) file, which helps with bank reconciliation.
These tools simplify the connection between your payroll and accounting systems, reducing double-handling and improving data accuracy.
Wasn't This Already Available?
Yes – these integration tools were available as beta features during development. They have now been finalised and proven reliable, thanks to feedback from our early users.
We're also pleased to be officially listed on the Xero App Store.
When Is the Add-On Required?
Any subscription purchased or renewed on or after 1 January 2026 requires the Accounting Integration Add-On to keep using these features. Subscriptions active before this date retain access until their next renewal.
Is the Add-On Included in Agent Plans?
Yes. Agent-level subscribers have this integration included at no extra cost. No additional add-on is required for agent tiers.
Do I Need This Add-On?
The add-on is optional. You only need it if you want to use Lightning Payroll's direct integrations with Xero or MYOB. All other payroll features are unaffected.
If you're unsure whether this add-on is right for you, please contact our support team for guidance.
