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RosterElf

By RosterElf
4.88 out of 5 stars
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All-in-one HR, rostering & payroll app for hospitality, retail, healthcare & more. Build rosters in seconds, track time with GPS, manage leave, contracts & certificates, chat with staff, and send compliant payroll data straight to Xero.
Rated
4.9
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Reviewed by
93
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Listed for
10 years
April 2016

Overview

RosterElf is the all-in-one HR, rostering, and payroll app for shift-based businesses in hospitality, retail, education, healthcare, manufacturing, and franchise networks. Seamlessly integrated with Xero, RosterElf automates everything from onboarding and scheduling to time tracking, payroll, communication, and compliance.

About RosterElf
Rated 4.8★ from 1,500+ Xero and Google reviews and trusted by 30,000+ users, RosterElf saves up to 8 hours a week and cuts labour costs by up to 4%. Built in Australia for modern teams, it helps small to medium businesses stay Fair Work compliant, reduce admin, and engage staff.

From one dashboard, you can onboard staff, build clash-free rosters, approve leave, capture GPS-verified timesheets, interpret awards, and send pay-ready data straight to Xero — all without spreadsheets.

Core Modules

  • Employee Onboarding & Contracts — Digitally onboard new hires. Collect details, e-sign contracts, upload certificates, and sync to Xero.
  • Smart Staff Rostering — Drag-and-drop rosters with live wage costing. Perfect Match AI picks the best-qualified staff by skills and availability.
  • Time & Attendance — Staff clock in/out via mobile or kiosk using GPS and photo proof. Prevent buddy punching and create accurate timesheets.
  • Leave & Availability — Manage leave and unavailability. RosterElf auto-checks clashes and updates payroll data.
  • Payroll & Award Interpretation — Built-in Fair Work awards ensure correct rates. Export compliant timesheets to Xero in one click.
  • Certificates & Compliance — Track licences and training by role or site. Get expiry alerts and keep only qualified staff rostered.
  • Team Chat & Announcements — Keep teams connected with in-app chat, DMs, and broadcast updates.
  • Labour Costing & Reporting — See live wage costs, compare budget vs actual, and track performance across sites.

Why RosterElf?
RosterElf goes beyond Deputy, Tanda, Employment Hero, and ShiftCare by combining rostering, HR, onboarding, payroll, communication, and compliance in one platform. No manual exports, no missed awards — just one seamless workflow from roster to pay.

Key Benefits

  • Save up to 8 hours weekly through automation.
  • Cut labour by up to 4% with smart rostering and live budgets.
  • Stay Fair Work compliant with built-in awards and licence tracking.
  • Boost accountability with GPS-verified attendance.
  • Empower teams with mobile self-service for shifts, leave, and chat.

Scales with Your Business
From a single café to a nationwide franchise, RosterElf adapts to your needs. With local support, award compliance expertise, and Xero integration, you’ll spend less time on admin and more time growing your business.

RosterElf — Less admin. Happier teams.

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RosterElf + Xero

RosterElf seamlessly integrates with Xero, making it the perfect choice for businesses looking to simplify payroll and time management. This integration eliminates double data entry and ensures accurate payroll processing, saving time and reducing errors.

  • Automated Award Interpretation: RosterElf handles complex pay rules like overtime, shift loadings, and penalties, ensuring compliance with Australian awards and regulations.
  • Streamlined Payroll: Approved timesheets sync directly with Xero, allowing businesses to process pay runs quickly and accurately, without manual input.
  • Leave Management Integration: RosterElf syncs employee leave balances with Xero, providing real-time visibility for managers and employees, ensuring accurate leave tracking.

With RosterElf + Xero, you can manage your workforce and payroll in one place, making your business more efficient and compliant.

Reviews & ratings

4.9 out of 5 stars
93 Reviews

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Sonia Martinez-Orts
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5 out of 5 stars

Great support, easy to use, and proudly Australian

We're still finding our feet with RosterElf, but so far it's been a really positive experience. The support team has been excellent — quick to respond and genuinely helpful whenever we've had questions. The platform itself is intuitive and easy to manage, even as we're getting the hang of all the features. As a small Australian business ourselves, we love that RosterElf is local too — it makes a real difference having a team that understands the Australian context. Looking forward to getting even more out of it as we settle in.

Response from RosterElf

Hi Sonia! thank you for such a thoughtful review, and welcome aboard! 😊 Being an Australian business built for Australian businesses is something we care a lot about, so it means a great deal to hear that landed with you. Award interpretation, penalty rates, and local compliance are genuinely hard to get right from overseas, and it's a big part of why we built RosterElf here. Since you're still settling in, one tip: our support team is happy to run a follow-up session once you've had a few weeks of live rostering under your belt. That's usually when the questions get interesting, and it's the fastest way to unlock the features you haven't touched yet. Just reach out via in-app chat or customersupport@rosterelf.com whenever you're ready. Thanks again for choosing us, Sonia. Warm regards, The RosterElf Team
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Kelly Ashley
Posted
5 out of 5 stars
Jaydon has spent a couple of sessions with me now n support of new set up and syncing things, outstanding service!! Very Thankful

Response from RosterElf

Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Kelly! 😊 We're delighted to hear that Jaydon has been able to support you through your new setup and syncing everything across. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. He'll really appreciate them! Thanks again for choosing RosterElf, and we're always here if you need anything as you continue getting up and running. Warm regards, The RosterElf Team
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Amanda Iggulden
Posted
5 out of 5 stars
Jaydon has been so good to deal with since I started using Elf Roster. He has helped with any questions I had and has offered follow-up support

Response from RosterElf

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Amanda! 😊 We're delighted to hear that Jaydon has been so helpful throughout your onboarding experience. Providing responsive support and making sure our customers feel confident using RosterElf is something we take great pride in, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. If you ever have any questions or need assistance as you continue using the platform, our team is always here to help. Warm regards, The RosterElf Team

Additional info

Shared data

Xero
RosterElf
Timesheetsshared from RosterElf to Xero
PayItemsshared from Xero to RosterElf
Employeesshared from Xero to RosterElf and from RosterElf to Xero

Functions

Payroll HRTime tracking

Industries

RetailHealthHospitality

App details

By RosterElf
Added in 2016

Countries

Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom

Languages

English

Support

Setup walkthroughContact supporthelp@rosterelf.com

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