Gusto Mobile

Rating: 4.5	Downloads: 1,000,000+
Category: Finance	Offer by: Gusto, Inc.

Gusto Mobile is a dedicated application that extends the capabilities of the popular Gusto HR platform directly onto smartphones and tablets. It’s designed primarily for business owners, HR managers, and payroll specialists who need to manage employee data, handle benefits enrollment, and oversee payroll processes on the go. The app provides a convenient tool for essential HR tasks outside the traditional desktop environment.

The practical value of **Gusto Mobile** lies in its ability to streamline HR operations from anywhere. Users can approve timesheets, manage benefits changes, and review employee data without needing a full computer, saving time and increasing flexibility for small to medium-sized businesses managing their workforce remotely.

App Features

• Employee Directory Access: View detailed employee information, employment details, and contact information directly within the app. This feature saves time during onboarding, performance reviews, or when needing to quickly find specific employee details while out of the office or during travel.
• Benefit Enrollment Assistance: Easily review employee benefit plan options and guide users through necessary enrollment changes. The intuitive interface includes quick reference guides and checklists, ensuring accurate updates to benefit selections, especially helpful during open enrollment periods or mid-year adjustments.
• Tax Form Submission Tracking: Monitor the status of federal tax form submissions (like Form I-9 and W-4 updates) directly. Users receive notifications when actions are required or completed, reducing administrative burdens and simplifying compliance documentation management.
• Expense Management: Log and submit employee business expenses using integrated digital receipts and mileage tracking. Users can categorize expenses correctly on-the-go, speeding up reimbursement cycles by providing clear, categorized data directly to the finance team.
• Timesheet Approvals: Access submitted timesheets and approve hours worked remotely. This feature is invaluable for managers needing to review timesheets during meetings or while traveling, allowing timely approvals without waiting until returning to the office. It supports efficient payroll processing.
• Company Announcement Posting: Send important company messages or policy updates directly to employees from within the app (often syncing with email communications). This ensures timely communication reaches everyone promptly, especially useful for urgent announcements or changes in company benefits.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Accessibility
• Time-Saving
• Increased Flexibility
• Reduced Need for Desktop Access

Cons:

• Limited Functionality Compared to Desktop
• Connectivity Required
• Potential Learning Curve
• Dependence on Gusto Account

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often is the Gusto Mobile app updated with new features?
A: Gusto regularly updates the app to add new features and improve functionality. Check the app store for the latest version or subscribe to the Gusto blog for announcements regarding app updates and new releases.

Q: Can I manage payroll directly from the Gusto Mobile app?
A: While you can view pay stubs and employee pay history, comprehensive **payroll processing** is typically done via the desktop website. The app facilitates aspects like viewing schedules and approving time off, but core payroll calculations happen on the web platform.

Q: Is the Gusto Mobile app secure?
A: Absolutely, **Gusto Mobile** employs bank-level security protocols, including encryption and multi-factor authentication options, ensuring your sensitive employee and company data remains protected on the go.

Q: Are there data usage limits or offline capabilities for the app?
A: The app requires an internet connection to function. Data is fetched from the cloud, and there’s no native offline mode; however, you can often view cached data like schedules temporarily without an active connection after first opening it.

Q: Does Gusto Mobile work internationally or only in the United States?
A: Currently, the **Gusto Mobile** app is primarily designed and optimized for US businesses and regulations. While you might access US features from other countries, full support and compliance features are focused on the US market.

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