A leave management MYOB integration syncs approved leave with MYOB payroll — so leave deductions, accrual calculations, and payslip entries transfer automatically from your leave management system into your MYOB pay run. For Australian businesses that use MYOB for accounting and payroll, this integration removes the manual data entry between leave tracking and payroll that creates errors and compliance risk.
In 2026, MYOB serves over a million Australian and New Zealand businesses. Connecting leave management to MYOB ensures that approved leave flows directly into payroll calculations with accurate leave types, accruals, and statutory compliance.
Key takeaways
- Leave management MYOB integration syncs approved leave with MYOB payroll automatically.
- Leave accruals, deductions, and payslip entries transfer without manual data entry.
- Integration supports leave type mapping, accrual rule configuration, and Australian payroll compliance.
- Setup requires API credentials from MYOB and OAuth authentication.
- The integration is essential for Australian businesses using MYOB for payroll.
How MYOB integration works
The integration connects your leave management platform to MYOB through the MYOB API, syncing leave data that impacts payroll calculations. Here is the typical workflow:
When leave is approved:
- The leave management system records the approved leave and updates the employee’s balance.
- The integration pushes approved leave data to MYOB Payroll.
- MYOB calculates the pay impact based on the employee’s pay category and leave type.
- The leave entry appears in the employee’s next pay run.
Leave accrual synchronization:
- The leave management system calculates accruals based on configured rules.
- Accrual data syncs to MYOB to update employee leave entitlement balances.
- MYOB reflects current accrual balances in payslips and reporting.
Pay run flow:
- When the payroll team processes a pay run in MYOB, approved leave is already recorded.
- Leave deductions and payments calculate automatically based on the employee’s pay rate.
- Payslips display accurate leave balances and leave taken during the pay period.
Benefits of MYOB integration
1. Eliminates manual payroll data entry
Without integration, payroll teams manually enter approved leave into MYOB. This creates two risks: data entry errors and delays when leave approved after payroll closes doesn’t make the current pay run. Integration eliminates both.
2. Supports Australian payroll compliance
Australian payroll requires accurate handling of annual leave, personal/carer’s leave, long service leave, and public holidays. MYOB handles the compliance calculations, and the integration ensures the source data — approved leave — is accurate.
3. Maintains consistent leave balances
When leave data syncs between systems, employees and managers see the same leave balances in both the leave management tool and MYOB. This consistency reduces balance disputes and payroll queries.
4. Reduces payroll processing time
Payroll teams spend less time reconciling leave records between systems. For businesses processing pay runs weekly or fortnightly, this time savings compounds significantly over the year.
For MYOB payroll context, see our guide to best payroll software.
Setting up the integration
Step 1: Obtain MYOB API credentials
- Register for MYOB API access through the MYOB Developer Portal.
- Obtain your application key and secret.
- Note your company file ID (the specific MYOB company file to connect to).
Step 2: Connect to MYOB
- In your leave management tool, navigate to integration settings.
- Enter your MYOB API credentials and company file ID.
- Authenticate and authorize the connection.
- Verify the connection by listing employees from MYOB.
Step 3: Map employees and leave types
- Employee matching: Map employees between the leave management system and MYOB using employee ID or email.
- Leave type mapping: Configure how each leave type in the leave management system maps to a MYOB pay category:
| Leave management type | MYOB pay category |
|---|---|
| Annual leave | Annual Leave |
| Sick leave | Sick Leave / Personal Leave |
| Long service leave | Long Service Leave |
| Unpaid leave | Unpaid Leave |
| Public holidays | Public Holiday |
Step 4: Configure sync settings
- Sync frequency: Choose real-time sync or scheduled sync (e.g., daily).
- Accrual handling: Configure whether accruals are managed in the leave management system, MYOB, or both.
- Pay run triggers: Set up notifications for payroll team when new leave is ready for the pay run.
Step 5: Test with a sample pay run
- Submit and approve a test leave request.
- Verify the leave entry appears in MYOB.
- Process a test pay run and verify leave is calculated correctly.
- Check leave balances in both systems.
Features to look for
Essential MYOB integration features
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| Leave sync | Approved leave transfers to MYOB payroll |
| Accrual sync | Leave accruals update in both systems |
| Employee matching | Employees map between systems automatically |
| Leave type mapping | Custom mapping to MYOB pay categories |
| Balance sync | Leave balances stay consistent |
Advanced features
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| STP validation | Checks leave data before STP submission |
| Multi-location support | Handles leave across multiple MYOB company files |
| Superannuation inclusion | Includes leave loading in super calculations |
| Back-pay handling | Supports retroactive leave adjustments |
| Pay run reminders | Alerts payroll when leave needs processing |
Common use cases
Australian small businesses on MYOB
Australian small businesses using MYOB for payroll benefit from integration that ensures annual leave, personal leave, and long service leave are tracked accurately and paid correctly — critical for STP compliance.
Multi-branch organizations
Businesses with multiple locations or branches that use separate MYOB company files can integrate leave management across all entities while maintaining separate payroll processing.
Accountant-managed payroll
Organizations where an external accountant manages MYOB payroll benefit from integration that ensures the accountant receives accurate leave data for each pay run without manual handoffs.
For AU-specific compliance, see our guide to best payroll software.
Frequently asked questions
How does leave management MYOB integration work?
A leave management MYOB integration syncs approved leave with MYOB payroll through the MYOB API. When leave is approved in the leave management system, it transfers to MYOB as a leave entry. The leave is then included in the employee’s next pay run automatically.
Is MYOB integration secure?
Yes. The integration uses OAuth authentication through MYOB’s API, and data is encrypted in transit. The leave management tool only accesses payroll and employee data needed for leave synchronization. You can revoke access at any time.
Does the integration support STP in MYOB?
Yes. Accurate leave data flowing from the leave management system to MYOB ensures that single touch payroll (STP) reporting includes correct leave payments. The integration eliminates the data entry errors that commonly cause STP discrepancies.
Can I sync long service leave with MYOB?
Yes. Most integrations support long service leave as a leave type with appropriate pay category mapping. Long service leave accrual rates vary by Australian state, so ensure your leave management tool handles the correct rates for your jurisdiction.
Does the integration work with MYOB AccountRight and MYOB Essentials?
Integration support depends on the leave management tool’s MYOB API compatibility. MYOB AccountRight and MYOB Essentials both support API access, but the specific endpoints and capabilities may differ. Verify compatibility with your leave management provider.
Putting it into practice
If your business uses MYOB for payroll, integrating leave management eliminates manual data entry and reduces payroll errors. Start by obtaining MYOB API credentials, then configure employee matching and leave type mapping before testing with a sample pay run.
Article last updated: 26 July 2026. This article is general information, not legal advice. Verify payroll compliance requirements for your jurisdiction before implementing payroll integrations.