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To add an employee in QuickBooks Online Payroll, you first need to ensure your business details are fully configured to turn on the payroll feature. Once that initial process is complete, the Add Employee button will appear on your dashboard. 

From there, you need to enter their basic details to start. You can complete the remaining actions using the icons under the Task column. QuickBooks will also email your employee, prompting them to log in or create a profile to securely finish their own tax, superannuation, and bank details.                

If your initial setup is complete and you are ready to add a new employee, here is the quickest way to do it: 

1. Go to the All-apps tile on your left menu and select Payroll. 
2. Select the Employees tab and hit Start employee self-setup. 
3. Enter their basic details (first and last name, email address, and mobile number).
4. Click Save to send the onboarding invitation, so your employee can complete the rest. Alternatively, you can complete it yourself by clicking the Bank, Employee details, or Tax File Declaration icon under the Task column.                                

 Please don't hesitate to reply below if you still have any other questions or concerns.