How to give employees access to self-service portal
Overview
Learn how to enable self-service portal access for employees in Myaccountant. This guide shows you how to activate access so employees can view payslips, manage details, and receive login credentials by email.
What Is Employee Self-Service?
When portal access is enabled, employees can:
- Log in securely to view payslips
- Update their contact details
- View leave balances and employment information
- Reduce back-and-forth admin requests
Step-by-Step: Enable Portal Access for an Employee
1. Open the Employee’s Profile
- Go to Payroll > Employees.
- Click on the employee’s name to open their profile.
2. Enable Portal Access
- In the employee’s side menu, click Portal Access.
- Click the Enable button.
- In the confirmation pop-up, click Yes to confirm.
3. Login Details Sent Automatically
Once enabled:
- The employee will receive an email with their login credentials.
- They can log in immediately via the Myaccountant employee portal.
📩 If the employee doesn’t receive the email, ask them to check their spam or junk folder
Need to Disable Access?
You can disable access anytime by:
- Going back to Portal Access
- Clicking the Disable button
💡 Tips
🧾 Enable after profile is complete: Only activate access once you've filled in bank, tax, and super details.
🔐 Secure login: Passwords and credentials are system-generated and emailed securely.
📬 Use valid email: Always double-check the employee’s email is correct before enabling.
📱 Mobile access: Employees can log in via mobile and desktop using the same credentials.