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# GrandMaster

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> GrandMaster is Canadian payroll software designed for small and medium businesses. The software caters to companies that want an easy way to manage payroll and HR tasks. 

GrandMaster offers both cloud-based and desktop versions of its payroll software. The cloud option allows businesses to access payroll from any internet-enabled device. The desktop version keeps payroll management in-house. Both options integrate seamlessly with popular accounting platforms like QuickBooks and FreshBooks.

Key features of GrandMaster include online employee self-service, managed payroll services, and direct deposit capabilities. Employees can view pay stubs and update personal information through secure online accounts. For hands-off payroll, GrandMaster can fully manage the entire payroll process, including payments and tax remittances. The software also enables businesses to pay employees by direct deposit. 

GrandMaster has been serving Canadian companies with payroll solutions for over 20 years. The software aims to provide secure, reliable, and cost-effective payroll management to businesses across Canada.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 3.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: CanPay Software
- **Founded**: 1985

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: CA$2,394.00
- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Annual updates at $1250.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Canada

## Features

- Customisable Reports
- Data Import/Export
- Employee Database
- Employee Management
- Payroll Management
- Vacation/Leave Tracking

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Workforce Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/374/workforce-management-software/software)

## Alternatives

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3. [Flex Plus](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/522422/Flex-Plus) — 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
4. [Paylocity](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/4537/web-pay) — 4.3/5 (1839 reviews)
5. [Jibble](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/102182/jibble) — 4.8/5 (1707 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Satifaction for product" — 5.0/5

> **Darrell** | *5 August 2019* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Once it is set up i find this product very useful and time savings
Customer service is very helpful as well as the sales department. They offer free support for the simple things for set up.
> 
> **Cons**: I find that their set up guide can be confusing at times but again their support team is there to help
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> I find that once set up it is one of the easiest payroll systems i have used

## Links

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## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.softwareadvice.com/hr/grandmaster-profile/> |
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| en-GB | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/263559/grandmaster> |
| en-IE | <https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/263559/grandmaster> |
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