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Post Jobs for Free - openHR's Onboarding Module

At openHR, we believe employment should be affordable, accessible, and inclusive - especially in South Africa, where every new job created can change a life. That’s why our HR and payroll platform has always been 100% free. No trials. No limits. No catches. Today, we’re thrilled to take that mission even further with the launch of our Onboarding Module, featuring one of our most exciting updates yet: The ability to post job ads publicly on openHR - completely free. Yes, you read that right. You can now advertise job openings across South Africa with zero cost, zero paperwork, and zero... read more

Financial Risks of Employee Loans

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a period of financial stress for many employees. This is especially true in January, colloquially known as "Januworry", when the bills start rolling in after the December spending spree. One common solution that employees turn to is salary advances from their employers. However, this practice carries significant financial risks, particularly when the employee has exhausted all their paid time off (PTO). Understanding Salary Advances A salary advance is essentially a short-term loan from the employer to the employee. It's an advance payment on the employee's... read more

November 21, 2023 visibility 1464

The Most Affordable Payroll Software in South Africa

[Free Payroll and HR on openHR]In the world of business, managing payroll and human resources can be a complex and time-consuming task. However, with the advent of payroll software like openHR, these tasks can be streamlined, making them more efficient and less daunting. Comprehensive Features openHR is not just a payroll software, but also an HR software that includes leave, loans, and warning management. It offers a comprehensive suite of features that cater to both the needs of payroll service providers and businesses with internal HR. Employee Profiles With openHR, you can create employee profiles. This feature allows you to... read more

October 18, 2023 visibility 1408

The Open Source Payroll Software Alternative

When it comes to managing payroll, businesses often look for solutions that are efficient, reliable, and cost-effective. Paid payroll software has been a popular choice due to being over marketed and overpromised. However, there’s an alternative that offers great benefits without the high price tags: openHR. What is OpenHR? openHR is a comprehensive human resources platform that caters to both the needs of payroll service providers and businesses with internal HR or even the small business where the owner does his own books. It stands out in the competitive market with its ability to handle multiple companies and multiple users... read more

September 22, 2023 visibility 1355

Payroll Software for Small Businesses

In the world of small businesses, managing payroll and human resources (HR) can be a complex and time-consuming task. However, with the advent of payroll software like openHR, these tasks can be streamlined, making them more efficient and less daunting. openHR is not just a payroll software, but also an HR software that includes leave, loans, and warning management. Payroll Management One of the key features of openHR is its payroll management system. It allows you to generate unlimited payslips without any additional cost. What sets openHR apart is its ability to automatically pull through loans on the payslips. This... read more

September 20, 2023 visibility 1273

Payroll Software for Payroll Service Providers

In the world of payroll service providers, the need for efficient, reliable, and cost-effective payroll software is paramount. One solution that stands out in this competitive market is openHR. This software offers a comprehensive suite of features that cater specifically to the needs of payroll service providers, making it an ideal choice. Multiple Companies, Multiple Users One of the standout features of openHR is its ability to handle multiple companies and multiple users per company. This is a crucial feature for payroll service providers who manage payroll for several companies. With openHR, you can easily switch between different companies and... read more

September 18, 2023 visibility 1448

Is There Any Free Payroll Software?

An Introduction to openHR In the world of business, managing payroll is a critical task. It involves not just paying employees, but also tracking hours, calculating taxes, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. For many businesses, this process can be time-consuming and complex. But what if there was a solution that could simplify this process? What if there was a payroll software that was not only efficient and user-friendly, but also free? Enter openHR, a free payroll software that is changing the game for businesses everywhere. Why is openHR Free? The reason openHR is free is simple: we use it... read more

September 15, 2023 visibility 1435

Is Payroll Software Cloud-Based?

Exploring the World of Cloud-Based Payroll and HR In the digital age, businesses are increasingly turning to software solutions to streamline their operations. One area that has seen significant transformation is human resources (HR) and payroll management. Today, we’re going to explore a specific type of solution in this realm: cloud-based payroll and HR software. What is Cloud-Based Payroll and HR Software? Cloud-based payroll and HR software is a type of Software as a Service (SaaS) that leverages cloud technology to revolutionize traditional human resources processes. This innovative solution centralizes all HR documents, data, and functions, streamlining various processes from... read more

September 14, 2023 visibility 1528