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Payroll made powerful

Direct Access: Self-service payroll

Datapay's employee self-service payroll portal.

Put payroll at your employees' fingertips with Datapay's employee self-service payroll portal

Direct Access is our employee self-service payroll portal that makes payroll easier, faster, and more accessible for your organisation anywhere, any time. It's split into three key areas: employee, manager, and payroll admin. Each area allows users to carry out their assigned actions.

Direct Access widens the usage of the Datapay payroll application beyond the payroll team. It empowers employees to take ownership of their personal files, pay details, and leave. The self-service portal is intuitive and simple to navigate, it is responsive for mobiles and requires no extensions for standard browsers. 

Direct Access is exclusively available through Datapay. It's part of the seamless, integrated experience that the Datapay solution offers to help organisations drive payroll efficiency and employee engagement.

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Employee self-service access for our existing customers.

Direct Access self-service payroll features

  • Payroll admin access

    Payroll admins can process payroll tasks, generate custom reports set up in Datapay, and manage employee records, leave requests and timesheets.
  • Manager self-service

    Managers can create, approve or decline employees' leave requests, view leave balances, and manage timesheets.
  • Employee self-service

    Employees can access and edit their personal information, view, email and download payslips, and manage leave requests and timesheets.
  • Leave management

    Employees can see up-to-date leave balances. Managers can approve or decline their team’s leave requests and plan work for the team.
  • Manager visibility

    Managers see an overview of key employee information, such as pending leave requests and employees on leave.
  • Configuration

    Payroll administrators can add company banners and news to the self-service portal for enhanced engagement.
  • Timesheet entry

    Employees can cost timesheet entries to different departments. Managers can view, edit, approve or reject timesheet entries.
  • Device compatibility

    Responsive and compatible with a wide range of devices across all major web browsers, including laptops, tablets, and iOS and Android mobiles.
  • Robust security

    Employs robust security measures, including encryption and access controls, to protect sensitive payroll data.

Our payroll service experience

  • 1 out of 6

    employees in New Zealand has their pay processed by Datacom
  • 60 years

    of delivering payroll solutions across Australia and New Zealand
  • 1300+

    organisations currently using Datapay to manage payroll

Why choose Datapay for employee self-service?

  • We embrace complexity – and help you manage it

    Tailor your payroll configuration to manage payroll complexities and meet compliance obligations without compromise.
  • Robust integration with your systems and data

    Our extensive API capabilities fuel your best-of breed workforce management and HR solution, unlocking the potential of your data.
  • High-touch support to boost your success

    Our people-first approach and expert support helps you modernise your payroll solution, supports compliance, and drives continuous improvements.

Security certifications

Leverage the power of Datapay's payroll software

Datapay is designed to meet the complex payroll demands of medium to large enterprises, integrating with your existing systems to drive productivity and accuracy while providing ongoing support from our team of experts.

  • Compliance: A dedicated team of experts regularly reviews and updates Datapay to align with Australian legislation.
  • Cloud-native: Built on Datacom Cloud infrastructure, our multi-tenanted SaaS platform is secure and scalable.
  • Security: ISO 27001:2022 and ISAE 3402 (SOC2) certified, with annual penetration testing and disaster recovery protocols.
  • Proven track record: 60 years of delivering payroll solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

What are the benefits of using self-service payroll for businesses?

Self-service payroll offers several benefits for businesses, including:

  • Efficiency: Streamlines payroll processes, reducing administrative workload
  • Accuracy: Minimises errors by allowing employees to input and verify their own data
  • Cost savings: Reduces time-consuming manual data entry for payroll staff
  • Employee satisfaction: Empowers employees with access to their payroll information
  • Compliance: Supports adherence to local tax laws and regulations through automated updates

What are the key features of an employee self-service payroll portal?

An employee self-service payroll portal should offer features such as:

  • Payslip access: Employees can view and download their payslips
  • Leave management: Employees can apply for and track leave requests
  • Personal information updates: Employees can update their personal details
  • Notifications: Employees, managers and key contacts receive leave updates

How does employee self-service payroll improve payroll accuracy and efficiency?

Employee self-service payroll improves accuracy and efficiency by:

  • Reducing errors: Employees input and verify their own data, minimising mistakes
  • Streamlining processes: Automates leave management and time sheeting, reducing manual intervention
  • Real-time updates: Provides instant access to payroll information, reducing delays
  • Empowering employees: Allows employees to manage their own payroll-related tasks
  • Enhancing leadership: Managers can submit leave on behalf of their employees

What security measures are in place for Datapay's Direct Access to protect employee data?

Datapay's Direct Access employs several security measures, including:

  • Encryption: Protecting data with advanced encryption techniques
  • Access controls: Restricting access to authorised users only
  • Regular audits: Conducting regular security audits to identify vulnerabilities
  • Data backups: Regular data back-ups to maximise recoverability

How does Datapay's Direct Access handle leave management and pay notifications?

Datapay's Direct Access handles leave management and pay notifications with these features:

  • Leave requests: Employees can submit leave requests through the portal
  • Approval workflow: Managers can create, approve or reject leave requests
  • Notifications: Real-time updates for leave approvals and pay runs

I currently use Direct Access. Who do I contact if I have questions about it?

If you are a current user of Direct Access and have questions or encounter any issues, such as forgetting your login details, needing help to set up two-factor authentication, or difficulty finding information about your payslips, please contact your organisation’s payroll administrator.

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