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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
Credit Note ID
Required
Invoice ID
Required
Amount
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
From Account
Required
To Account
Required
Amount
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
Code
Required
Name
Required
Type
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Type
Required
Contact
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
Invoice ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Mark Item as a Sales Item?
Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
Item Name
Item Code
Required
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
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
Due_date
Currency
Url
Attachment
Branding_theme
Number
Reference
Sent_to_contact
Line_items_type
Item Code
Description
Quantity
Required
Unit Price
Discount %
Discount Amount
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
Contact
Required
Project Name
Required
Deadline for the project
Project Estimate
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
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
Required
Currency
Branding_theme
Reference
Mark as approved for sending?
Email a copy to Sender?
Include PDF
Line Amount Types
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Purchase Order
Required
Contact
Update Method for Line Items
Date
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
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
Invoice_id
Required
Contact
Status
Date
Due_date
Expected_payment_date
Reference
Branding_theme
Url
Currency
Sent_to_contact
Attachments
Invoice_number
Line_amount_types
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
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
Invoice ID
Required
Include PDF File
Include Online Invoice URL
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Contact ID
Quote Number
Status
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Include Online Invoice URL
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
Mark Item as a Sales Item?
Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
Item Name
Item Code
Required
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.
