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Select a trigger from BrightHR

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with BrightHR, a trigger could be "Approved Absence Request."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Xero

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Xero, the action could be "Add Items to Existing Sales Invoice."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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How does the integration between BrightHR and Xero work?

Our integration connects your BrightHR with Xero, allowing automated data transfer. This is accomplished using triggers in BrightHR that activate actions in Xero, such as syncing timesheets or transferring employee details.

What triggers are available in the BrightHR and Xero integration?

The integration offers triggers like 'New Leave Entry' in BrightHR, which can initiate actions such as creating a corresponding entry in Xero to update payroll information automatically.

Can we automate payroll updates with this integration?

Yes, when a new timesheet is completed in BrightHR, it can trigger an action in Xero to update payroll records without manual entry. This ensures accuracy and saves time.

Is it possible to sync employee records between BrightHR and Xero?

The integration allows for automated syncing of employee records. When a new employee is added to BrightHR, a trigger can prompt the creation of an equivalent record in Xero.

Are leave entries from BrightHR reflected in Xero?

Yes, you can set up the integration so that when a leave entry is made in BrightHR, it will trigger an action to automatically update the leave record for the respective employee in Xero.

How secure is the data transfer between BrightHR and Xero?

Data transferred between BrightHR and Xero through our integration adheres to industry-standard encryption protocols ensuring secure handling during transfer and sync processes.

What should I do if data isn't syncing properly between platforms?

If data isn’t syncing properly, check if all triggers and actions are correctly set up. Verify that API connections are active on both accounts, ensuring authorization hasn't expired.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

Approved Absence Request
Triggers when my absence request has been approved.
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Scheduled
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- Only Trigger when I Clock in
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Instant
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New Pending Absence Request
Triggers when I have a new absence request to approve.
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Payment_type
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Status
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Payment_type
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Invoice ID
  Required
- Note
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Transaction_type
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Bank Account
  Required
- Date
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact Name
  Required
- Account_number
- Contact Requirements
- Primary Person - First Name
- Primary Person - Last Name
- Primary Person - Email
- Secondary Person - First Name
- Secondary Person - Last Name
- Secondary Person - Email
- Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
- Phone - Country Code
- Phone - Area Code
- Phone Number
- Fax - Country Code
- Fax - Area Code
- Fax - Number
- Mobile - Country Code
- Mobile - Area Code
- Mobile - Number
- Direct Dial - Country Code
- Direct Dial - Area Code
- Direct Dial - Number
- Address__type_of
- Address - Attention
- Address - Line 1
- Address - Line 2
- Address - City/Town
- Address - State/Region
- Address - Postal/Zip Code
- Address - Country
- Tax_number
- Bank Account Number
- Groups
- Contact_number
- Company_number
- Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
- Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
- Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
- Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Type
- Contact
  Required
- Date
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Mark Item as a Sales Item?
- Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
- Item Name
- Item Code
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact_name
  Required
- Primary Person - Email
- Contact_account_number
- Primary Person - First Name
- Primary Person - Last Name
- Phone - Country Code
- Phone - Area Code
- Phone Number
- Fax - Country Code
- Fax - Area Code
- Fax - Number
- Mobile - Country Code
- Mobile - Area Code
- Mobile - Number
- Direct Dial - Country Code
- Direct Dial - Area Code
- Direct Dial - Number
- Contact Address Type
- Address - Attention
- Address - Line 1
- Address - Line 2
- Address - City/Town
- Address - State/Region
- Address - Postal/Zip Code
- Address - Country
- Contact_tax_number
- Bank Account Number
- Contact_number
- Status
- Date
  Required
- Due_date
- Currency
- Url
- Attachment
- Branding_theme
- Number
- Reference
- Sent_to_contact
- Line_items_type
- Item Code
- Line_description
  Required
- Line_quantity
  Required
- Line_unit_amount
  Required
- Discount %
- Discount Amount
- Line_account_code
- Line_tax_type
- Line_tracking
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Project Name
  Required
- Deadline for the project
- Project Estimate
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Repeated Invoice Schedule
- Invoice Creation: Frequency Type
  Required
- Invoice Creation: Frequency (Period)
  Required
- Due Date Type: Payment Terms
  Required
- Set Due Dates (Days)
  Required
- Start Date:
  Required
- End Date
- Status
- Currency
- Branding_theme
- Reference
- Mark as approved for sending?
- Email a copy to Sender?
- Include PDF
- Line_items_type
Action
Write
- Info
- Organization
  Required
- Invoice ID
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Status
- Date
  Required
- Due_date
- Expected_payment_date
- Reference
- Branding_theme
- Url
- Currency
- Sent_to_contact
- Attachments
- Document ID or Number
  Required
- Amounts Are
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- Url
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Invoice ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Search_by
  Required
- Contact Name
  Required
- Account_number
- Contact Requirements
- Primary Person - First Name
- Primary Person - Last Name
- Primary Person - Email
- Secondary Person - First Name
- Secondary Person - Last Name
- Secondary Person - Email
- Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
- Phone - Country Code
- Phone - Area Code
- Phone Number
- Fax - Country Code
- Fax - Area Code
- Fax - Number
- Mobile - Country Code
- Mobile - Area Code
- Mobile - Number
- Direct Dial - Country Code
- Direct Dial - Area Code
- Direct Dial - Number
- Address__type_of
- Address - Attention
- Address - Line 1
- Address - Line 2
- Address - City/Town
- Address - State/Region
- Address - Postal/Zip Code
- Address - Country
- Tax_number
- Bank Account Number
- Groups
- Contact_number
- Company_number
- Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
- Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
- Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
- Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
Search or write

- Only Trigger when I Clock in
  Required
Trigger
Instant
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New Employee Added
Triggers when a new employee is added to BrightHR.
Trigger
Instant
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- Date
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Status
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Status
- Type
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Project State
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Status
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Organization
  Required
- Status
Trigger
Instant
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- Organization
  Required
- Status
- Change
- Contact
- Trigger_preference
- Copy
Trigger
Instant
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- Organization
  Required
- Invoice
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Credit Note ID
  Required
- Invoice ID
  Required
- Amount
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- From Account
  Required
- To Account
  Required
- Amount
  Required
- Date
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Date
  Required
- Expiry
- Quote Number
- Reference
- Theme
- Title
- Summary
- Currency
- Amounts Are
- Terms
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Invoice ID
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact_name
  Required
- Primary Person - Email
- Status
- Date
  Required
- Due_date
- Currency
- Url
- Attachment
- Branding_theme
- Number
- Line_items_type
- Item Code
- Line_description
  Required
- Line_quantity
  Required
- Line_unit_amount
  Required
- Line_account_code
- Line_tax_type
- Line_tracking
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Invoice_type
- Document ID or Number
  Required
- Paid To
  Required
- Date
  Required
- Currency_rate
- Amount
  Required
- Reference
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Contact
  Required
- Date
  Required
- Delivery_date
- Order Number
- Reference
- Branding_theme
- Currency
- Tax_type
- Delivery_address
- Attention
- Telephone
- Delivery_instructions
- Attachments
- Status
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Purchase Order
  Required
- Contact
- Update Method for Line Items
- Date
  Required
- Delivery_date
- Line Amount Types
- Purchase Order Number
- Reference
- Branding Theme
- Currency
- Status
- Sent to Contact
- Delivery Address
- Attention To
- Telephone
- Delivery Instructions
- Expected_arrival_date
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Resource type
  Required
- File
  Required
Action
Write
- Organization
  Required
- Search_by
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Search_by
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Search_by
  Required
Action
Search
- Organization
  Required
- Search_by
  Required
- Mark Item as a Sales Item?
- Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
- Item Name
- Item Code
  Required
Action
Search or write

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About BrightHR

BrightHR is a people management platform that saves you time, money, and effort whether you're managing shift workers at a shop or full-time staff at a large company.

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