What are the differences - a guide
Let's look at the main functions/processes within Thesaurus Payroll and see how they are dealt with in BrightPay.
Click on any of the process icons below for a comparison between Thesaurus Payroll and BrightPay.
Alternatively, if you prefer to use the top menu bar when doing your payroll in Thesaurus Payroll, click on the relevant menu item below to see the BrightPay equivalent.
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