Importing Employees via CSV

The article explains how to efficiently add multiple employees to a system by uploading their details in bulk through a CSV file.

Also known as: Importing Employee List via CSV.

Applies to: Administrators, Canada (en-CA)

Before you start

  • You will need to be on one of the following plans Business Plus, Acc Advanced or EVOLV

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The following plans include CSV file import for adding team members: 

Plan

CSV File Import

Growth


Business Basic


Business Plus

✓ 

Acc Advanced

✓ 

EVOLV

✓ 


How to Import

You can import employee data via CSV. Whether you need to add several team members all at once, or you just need to update existing information in your staff profiles, the CSV update method helps cut down on the time to make bulk changes. To get started, make sure the CSV import for employees feature is activated for your account. If you do not see this option, please contact us and we'll help you upgrade to a plan that includes this service. 


Step 1. Settings 

Step 2. ADD-ONS 

Step 3. HR 

Step 4. Enable CSV Employee Import 

Once enabled, you'll see a new option in your employee list to import. This will permit you to upload a CSV file with any new employees or changes for existing employees. Be sure to use the template at the bottom of this guide or refer to the reference naming conventions (at the end of the article) to ensure your CSV file is formatted correctly to ensure the successful importing of your changes. 

Step 5. Employees 

Step 6. Drop-down menu (three dots) 

Step 7. Import Employees 

Step 8. Import Employees by uploading a CSV file 

Step 9. Select File to import 

Step 10. Select the type of Delimiter used in your file 

Step 11. Select the option to update existing records (if necessary) 

Step 12. Use the mapping tool to match columns

Step 13. Make note of any issues and correct them

Review the summary to complete the import


Specifications

If you have custom earnings codes you need to add the YTD for- go to COMPANY SETTINGS>PAY RULES>EARNINGS.  There is a 2-digit number next to your earnings name, this is the YTD:DIGITCODE you would use on the CSV in a new column. 

For Example, YTD for Support from the picture below you would create a column with the header YTD:20 


Please note, while Microsoft Excel does work with CSVs, we suggest using a true CSV editor to edit/create your CSV files. Excel has a tendency to change the format on the user, which will result in a failed import.  There are many free CSV editors available online. 


After Importing 

Edit any other employee details as needed.   You may need to edit fields under Payroll and add any employee access. 



You can download a sample CSV file below 

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