Introducing Puzzle + Rippling: Simplifying payroll accounting for startup founders

Handling payroll as a startup founder can be a tedious, manual process. Typically, founders are required to:

• Manually calculate and record payroll entries across multiple systems
• Keep track of payroll expenses at both the employee and department level
• Constantly update and manage spreadsheets for financial reports

All of that changes today. We’re excited to announce our latest integration with Puzzle, the modern accounting platform for the AI era. 

With this new integration, payroll data from Rippling is seamlessly synced with Puzzle, eliminating the need for manual calculations and allowing you to record payroll journal entries automatically. You’ll have detailed insights into payroll expenses at the employee and department levels and be able to break down spending by category, including salaries, payroll taxes, medical benefits, and more.

Maximizing the benefits of the Puzzle + Rippling integration

Quick and secure access with single sign-on (SSO)

Enjoy faster, more secure access to Puzzle through our single sign-on. Your finance team can easily sign in to Puzzle using their existing Rippling credentials, streamlining setup and ensuring smooth access control. This feature simplifies onboarding and allows your team to focus on high-impact financial tasks without worrying about access issues.

Automatic payroll data sync

As you hire, promote, or offboard employees in Rippling, their compensation and payroll data will be automatically synced into Puzzle. This ensures your financial reports, forecasts, and tax filings are always accurate and up to date, without the need for manual updates. The integration handles all payroll-related entries seamlessly, giving you peace of mind that your data is always current.

Detailed payroll insights

Gain a clearer picture of your payroll spending at both the employee and department levels. Puzzle allows you to view payroll expenses in detail, providing transparency into how your payroll costs are distributed across your team and departments.

Breakouts by spending category

Understand exactly where your payroll dollars are going. Puzzle gives you breakouts of payroll spending by category, including salaries, payroll taxes, payroll tax withholdings, medical benefits, dental benefits, and 401(k) contributions. These insights help you track and manage your expenses more effectively.

Simplify taxes and fundraising

With payroll data seamlessly integrated into Puzzle, you can streamline your tax preparation and fundraising efforts. Puzzle helps you create more accurate financial models, giving you better visibility into your burn rate, expenses, and runway—everything you need to confidently pitch investors or plan for your next round of funding.

Payroll metrics & expense comparisons

With payroll data synced directly from Rippling, Puzzle provides you with valuable metrics to understand how your payroll stacks up against other expenses. Get a comprehensive view of how much of your budget is being allocated to payroll versus other business costs, helping you make informed financial decisions.

Get started today

The Puzzle and Rippling integration is live and available for all Rippling users. This seamless integration is designed to save you time, reduce manual work, and provide deeper insights into your payroll and overall expenses. If you’re a Puzzle and Rippling user, activate the integration today and start simplifying your payroll accounting.

This blog is based on information available to Rippling as of October 18, 2024.

Disclaimer: Rippling and its affiliates do not provide tax, accounting, or legal advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide or be relied on for tax, accounting, or legal advice. You should consult your own tax, accounting, and legal advisors before engaging in any related activities or transactions.