What is a accrual policy?

The set of rules that determines how and when an employee earns paid time off. This can be a fixed amount per year, per pay period, or based on hours worked.

Who uses one?

HR managers and small business owners tracking employee PTO, sick leave, and time off

What does it cost?

Pricing varies. The cheapest provider in our Top 11 starts around $5.75/mo. See the cheapest providers ranked.

How do I pick one?

Read the full methodology for our 9.4-point scoring framework, then look at the canonical The 11 Best Leave Management Software Tools for SMBs (2026). If you want a slice of the ranking by price, fit, or compliance, jump to: cheapest · highest-rated · fastest onboarding.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Leave Management Software Tools for SMBs (2026), verified June 27, 2026.