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BambooHR
1. Choose trigger event
Xero
Xero
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Employee Started" from BambooHR.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Items to Existing Sales Invoice" in Xero.
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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.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Item Code
Required
Name
Required
Description
Is Sold
Required
Sales Unit Price
Sales Account
Sales Tax Type
Is Purchased
Required
Purchase Description
Purchase Unit Price
Purchase Account
Purchase Tax Type
Is Tracked
Required
Inventory Asset Account
Cost of Goods Sold Account
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Transaction_type
Required
Contact
Required
Bank Account
Required
Date
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
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
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Quote Number
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Warning_message
Credit Note ID
Required
Allocation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact_name
Required
Email_address
Status
Date
Due_date
Currency
Url
Attachment
Branding_theme
Reference
Line_items_type
Item Code
Description
Quantity
Required
Unit Price
Account
Tax Rate
Tracking
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Document Type
Document ID or Number
Required
Paid To
Required
Date
Currency_rate
Amount
Required
Reference
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact (supplier)
Required
Date
Delivery_date
Order Number
Reference
Theme
Currency
Tax_type
Delivery_address
Attention
Telephone
Delivery_instructions
Attachments
Purchase Order Status
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
Employee
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Quote ID
Required
Quote Number
Status
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Resource type
Required
File
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Email
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search By
Required
Order ID or Number
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Invoice ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
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
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Practical ways you can use BambooHR and Xero
Track new hires in accounting
Easily sync hiring data with your books. When a new employee is added in BambooHR, Zapier will automatically create a matching record in Xero. This automation ensures all onboarding details are included in your accounting system without manual entry.
Keep employee records consistent across platforms. When a specific employee field is updated in BambooHR, Zapier triggers an update for that employee in Xero. This reduces redundancy and ensures both systems reflect accurate details.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BambooHR + Xero integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with BambooHR and Xero
How can I integrate BambooHR with Xero?
You can integrate BambooHR with Xero using our automation platform by setting up Triggers and Actions. For instance, a new employee added in BambooHR can trigger the automation to create a corresponding contact record in Xero.
What are the common triggers when integrating BambooHR with Xero?
Common triggers include adding a new employee in BambooHR, updating employee details, and changing payroll information. These can initiate actions like creating or updating contacts and payroll data in Xero.
What actions can I automate between BambooHR and Xero?
You can automate actions such as creating new contacts, updating existing invoices, and modifying payroll details in Xero, all triggered by activities or changes made in BambooHR.
Is coding required to set up this integration?
No coding is necessary to set up this integration. We provide an intuitive interface where you can select triggers from BambooHR and define corresponding actions that should occur in Xero.
Can I update existing records in Xero when there's a change in BambooHR?
Yes, changes made to employee data or payroll information in BambooHR can automatically update existing records in Xero through our integration setup.
How frequently does the integration sync data between BambooHR and Xero?
The frequency of data synchronization depends on your Trigger settings. You may choose near real-time updates or schedule periodic synchronizations depending on your needs.
What should I do if my integration between BambooHR and Xero isn't working?
If the integration isn't working as expected, check your trigger-action configurations first. Ensure that all fields are correctly mapped. If issues persist, our support team is here to help further diagnose the problem.
About BambooHR
BambooHR is an online human resources software service for small and midsized businesses.
Xero is an accounting app that lets you track businesses expenses and accounting with intuitive mobile apps and web interfaces for point-of-sale, ecommerce, time-tracking, and more.
