Payroll, managed. Without leaving Karbon.

Karbon and Gusto work seamlessly together so your team gets payroll work items, due dates, and run status directly in Karbon. No more toggling.

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Karbon payroll work items showing monthly payroll tasks for multiple clients, with one card marked as Completed.

Payroll starts in Gusto, work starts in Karbon

When a pay run kicks off in Gusto, Karbon automatically creates the work item, due date is set, client tasks queued, assignee ready. Your team works the payroll, not the setup.

Every payroll deadline, exactly where your team works

Gusto payroll due dates sync directly in your Work dashboard and My Week view, alongside every other client deadline. No more cross-referencing calendars or chasing down dates.

Karbon work dashboard showing Gusto-tagged payroll work items with due dates and progress tracking.

See every client's payroll status without leaving Karbon

Track every Gusto-connected task to completion. See which clients are on track, which are overdue, and jump directly into any client's Gusto account with one click, with no hunting and no context switching.

A Karbon work item for Reach Foundation Monthly Payroll showing Gusto integration activity and an Open in Gusto link.

What's included in the Karbon + Gusto integration

Gusto client sync

Automatically sync Gusto clients into Karbon contacts with no manual re-entry, no duplicate records.

Payroll work templates

Pre-built Karbon work templates for recurring payroll runs, new client onboarding, and annual compliance tasks.

Auto work item creation

Work items created automatically via the Gusto integration when payroll cycles begin with no manual trigger needed.

Automated client requests

Karbon auto-generates client-facing tasks (e.g. timesheet approval, payroll sign-off) at the right point in each cycle.

Payroll deadline visibility

Payroll due dates surface in Karbon's Work dashboard and My Week view alongside all other client deadlines.

The addition of APIs and integrations with software programs that we use has been invaluable
Bernard AckermanPresident, BNA CPA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gusto + Karbon integration?

The Karbon + Gusto integration connects your payroll platform to your practice management software. When a Gusto pay run starts, Karbon automatically creates a work item with the due date and client tasks pre-populated, so your team can manage payroll workflows without leaving Karbon.

How does Karbon integrate with Gusto?

Karbon connects to Gusto via a direct integration that syncs client data, triggers work item creation when payroll cycles begin, and surfaces payroll due dates inside Karbon's Work dashboard and My Week view. No manual setup is needed for each pay run.

What Karbon plan do I need to use the Gusto integration?

The Gusto integration is available on Karbon Business and Enterprise plans.

Does Gusto need to be set up for my clients already?

Yes. Your clients need active Gusto accounts. The integration connects Karbon to existing Gusto client data.

How does this integration improve my payroll workflows?

The Karbon + Gusto integration automates payroll work item creation, due date tracking, and client task sequencing. When a payroll cycle begins in Gusto, Karbon creates the work item automatically using your chosen payroll template.

Can I customize the payroll work templates?

Yes. The pre-built templates are a starting point and you can edit task lists, due date logic, and assignees to match your firm's workflow.

Is client data from Gusto synced in real time?

Client contact data syncs when you connect the integration and can be refreshed on demand. Payroll cycle triggers are event-driven based on Gusto activity.

Which countries does this integration support?

Gusto is a US-based payroll platform. This integration is available for US accounting and bookkeeping firms.

How do I get started with Gusto in Karbon?

The Karbon + Gusto integration is currently in open beta. Join the waitlist to get early access, and our team will guide you through connecting your Gusto account and setting up your first payroll work template.

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