How to Use the BrightHR MCP in Windsurf

Q: How does Windsurf connect to the BrightHR MCP Server?

You add the server config to your mcpconfig.json file in the Windsurf directory. Cascade auto-discovers all tools on connection.

Q: Can Cascade write data to BrightHR?

Yes, Cascade uses recordabsence to write new records. It plans and executes the write operation after you confirm the details.

Q: How does Windsurf handle BrightHR holiday requests over MCP?

Windsurf reads pending leave by running listholidayrequests for any employee. Cascade can then summarize these requests so you can decide on approvals.

Let Cascade run your BrightHR operations autonomously, from logging absences to checking salary info in Windsurf.

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Run BrightHR absence management on autopilot with Windsurf

The `record_absence` tool lets your Cascade agent log sick leave or unexpected time off directly into your HR database. You don't have to click through web portals or fill out manual forms anymore. Just tell Cascade who is out, and it handles the rest. Cascade chains this with `list_absences` to verify the entry instantly. It looks up the employee's history, logs the new record, and double-checks the active schedule via this MCP connection. You get confirmation in seconds without writing a single line of code.

Audit employee compensation and benefits instantly

The `get_employee_salary_info` tool exposes salary details directly to your IDE's agent. When you need to prepare for a compensation review, Cascade pulls the numbers and organizes them in seconds. It combines this with `list_employee_benefits` and `get_employee_job_details` to build a complete profile. You get a clear, structured breakdown of total compensation without switching windows. This keeps your focus on the review instead of hunting down PDFs.

Monitor integration health and webhooks inside your MCP Server

The `check_api_health` tool gives Windsurf instant visibility into your connection status with the HR platform. If a sync fails, Cascade checks the API before trying to run other operations. Cascade also runs `list_configured_webhooks` to inspect active event listeners. This lets your agent debug sync issues with your external payroll tools right from the chat panel. You don't have to guess why a webhook stopped firing.

Setup guide

Set up BrightHR MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the BrightHR MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my BrightHR payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the BrightHR tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "brighthr-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about BrightHR MCP in Windsurf

You add the server config to your `mcp_config.json` file in the Windsurf directory. Cascade auto-discovers all tools on connection.

Yes, Cascade uses `record_absence` to write new records. It plans and executes the write operation after you confirm the details.

Windsurf reads pending leave by running `list_holiday_requests` for any employee. Cascade can then summarize these requests so you can decide on approvals.

No code is required. You ask Cascade to fetch or update records, and it runs the correct tools in the background.

Vinkius runs the server in an isolated V8 sandbox with zero-trust architecture. Your API token never leaves the secure environment, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive payroll and employee records.

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