Compliance

Payroll

PAYE payroll run on time, with RTI submissions, payslips and pension compliance handled.

Regulated and qualified through ICAEW, ACCA and AAT memberships held across our team

What this means for your company

PAYE payroll run on time, with RTI submissions, payslips and pension compliance handled. We work with technology, SaaS, e-commerce, marketplace and online businesses trading as UK limited companies, from first-year micro-entities in Croydon and Morden to funded teams in central London, with a fixed scope and fee agreed before anything starts.

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Monthly payroll processing and payslips

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Full Payment Submissions filed on or before payday

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Employer PAYE and National Insurance calculations

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Auto-enrolment pension assessment and uploads

What the service covers

PAYE payroll run on time, with RTI submissions, payslips and pension compliance handled.

• Monthly payroll processing and payslips

• Full Payment Submissions filed on or before payday

• Employer PAYE and National Insurance calculations

• Auto-enrolment pension assessment and uploads

The rules that shape this work

Real Time Information means an FPS must reach HMRC on or before the date employees are paid. Late submissions attract penalties from £100 per month depending on headcount.

PAYE and National Insurance are payable to HMRC by the 22nd of the following month when paying electronically. Employers National Insurance is 15% above a £5,000 secondary threshold for 2026/27, and the Employment Allowance of up to £10,500 can remove much of that for companies with more than one employee.

Thresholds, rates and deadlines quoted here reflect the 2026/27 UK position. Check current GOV.UK guidance, or ask us, before you rely on them for your own company.

How we run it

We start by looking at the last filed accounts, your current records and your filing dates, then confirm a fixed scope and fee in writing.

Once the work is live you get reminders ahead of each deadline, a named person to ask questions, and a plain-English summary when the figures are ready, not a PDF with no explanation.

Frequently asked

Payroll: questions directors ask

Does a single-director company need a payroll scheme?

Only if it pays a salary or provides taxable benefits. Many directors do register so they can draw a salary that preserves their National Insurance record.

Can we claim the Employment Allowance?

Not for a company whose only employee is a single director. With a second employee paid above the secondary threshold it is usually available.

What records are needed for payroll?

Keep bank statements, sales and platform reports, purchase invoices, payroll records, VAT workings, finance agreements and Companies House correspondence. We confirm the exact list at onboarding and identify gaps before a filing deadline becomes urgent.

How much does help with payroll cost?

The fee depends on transaction volume, record quality, VAT and payroll requirements, historic catch-up and the level of reporting needed. We agree a fixed scope and price before technical work starts, with published packages available on our fees page.

Can you take over payroll from another accountant?

Yes. We request professional clearance, collect the prior records and authorities, check the next Companies House and HMRC deadlines, and give you one clear handover list. The process is normally completed remotely.

Can payroll be handled online?

Yes. We work through secure cloud records, scheduled reviews and digital approvals, while keeping a named team available by phone, video call and email. Clients can also visit our Morden office by appointment.

Which accounting software works best for payroll?

We regularly work with Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Sage and connected sales or expense apps. The right setup depends on transaction volume, integrations and the reports you need, not simply the software brand.

What tax deadlines matter for payroll?

The relevant calendar may include annual accounts, Corporation Tax payment and return dates, confirmation statements, VAT returns, payroll submissions and Self Assessment. We map the dates from your company year end and registrations.

Can I get free basic tax advice about payroll?

Yes. You can ask a straightforward initial question without charge. Calculations, filings, written advice, planning and HMRC correspondence are scoped and quoted before work begins.

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What Our Clients Say

Rated 4.9 out of 5From 302 Google reviews
Accotax have been our accountants for many years now. We maintained them because of their professionalism. In the last couple of years I have been working with Imran, who has been very professional and helpful in guiding us through the whole process, explaining and clarifying every aspect of it. Very prompt in responding to questions and patient with us even when we seem to be slow.
Mansur Liman · Long-standing company client
We worked with a few different accountants before finally settling with Accotax, and we're really glad we did. They take the time to understand how our business works and what our needs are. Anum, who looks after our account on a day-to-day basis, including reconciling invoices and preparing the annual accounts, is amazing, professional, efficient, and follows the processes we have put in place together. Accotax has made our accounting experience much smoother and easier. We see them as a long-term partner as our business continues to grow. I would 100% recommend them.
Mael Leboucher · Year end accounts & bookkeeping
I've been working with Accotax since January 2024, and their support has grown alongside my business needs. My personal allocated manager, Umer, provides tailored services for both of my companies, adapting as I expand and ensuring everything runs smoothly. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and always clear in their communication. Their help with accounts, VAT, payrolls, pensions and compliance gives me real confidence and peace of mind.
Зайтуна «Анонимная татарка» Manning · Two limited companies, VAT, payroll & pensions
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