PAYROLL
Running payroll is one of those essential business tasks that sounds simple—until you factor in RTI submissions, automatic enrolment, statutory payments, and ever-changing HMRC rules. A single mistake can trigger penalties, frustrated employees, and time-consuming enquiries.
At Accountancy and Tax Crew, we take the complexity off your shoulders. We handle your payroll from start to finish, ensuring every employee is paid correctly and on time, every time. You stay compliant. Your team stays happy. And you focus on running your business.
What Is Payroll & Why Does It Matter?
Payroll is more than just calculating wages and issuing payslips. It is a legal obligation with strict deadlines and severe consequences for errors.
| Payroll Element | Why It Matters |
RTI (Real Time Information) HMRC must receive payroll data on or before every payday. Late submissions trigger automatic penalties.
Income Tax & NIC deductions You are legally responsible for deducting the correct amounts and reporting them accurately.
Student loan repayments Failing to deduct student loan repayments leaves you liable for the missing amounts.
Auto Enrolment You must automatically enrol eligible staff into a workplace pension and make employer contributions.
Statutory payments SSP, SMP, SPP, ShPP – you must pay these correctly and reclaim where eligible.
Year-end reporting Full Payment Submissions (FPS), Employer Payment Summary (EPS), and P60s must be filed accurately.
Get any of these wrong, and HMRC can issue penalties starting at £100 per month, per scheme, plus interest on underpaid tax.
Our Payroll Services: What We Do for You
We offer a complete payroll management service tailored to businesses of all sizes. Whether you have one employee or fifty, we handle everything.
Monthly & Weekly Payroll Processing
- Calculate gross to net pay for all employees
- Apply correct tax codes and National Insurance categories
- Process salary, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and expenses
- Handle deductions for student loans, pension contributions, and court orders (attachments of earnings)
- Generate itemised payslips (digital or paper, as you prefer)
RTI Submissions to HMRC
- File Full Payment Submissions (FPS) on or before every payday
- File Employer Payment Summary (EPS) for any month with no employees paid
- Submit earlier year updates if corrections are needed
- Receive real-time HMRC confirmations so you have proof of compliance
HMRC Liabilities & Payment Management
- Calculate your monthly PAYE and NIC liability
- Provide a clear statement of what you owe HMRC
- Remind you of payment deadlines (usually the 22nd of each month)
- Help set up a Direct Debit or payment schedule
Automatic Enrolment Pensions
- Assess all staff for eligibility at every pay period
- Enrol eligible staff into your chosen pension scheme
- Calculate employer and employee contributions correctly
- File declarations of compliance with The Pensions Regulator
- Manage ongoing re-enrolment every three years
Statutory Payments
- Calculate and process Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
- Calculate and process Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP)
- Calculate and process Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP)
- Calculate and process Shared Parental Pay (ShPP)
- Reclaim the appropriate percentage from HMRC (where eligible)
Year-End Payroll Services
- Issue P60s to all current employees by 31 May
- Prepare and file P11D forms for expenses and benefits
- File P11D(b) to report Class 1A NIC due
- Provide P45s for departing employees
- Reconcile payroll for the full tax year
New Employer Setup
If you are hiring for the first time, we handle the entire setup process:
- Register you as an employer with HMRC
- Activate your PAYE scheme
- Set up your pension scheme for automatic enrolment
- Advise on payroll software (or we run it for you entirely)
Payroll Penalties: What You Risk Without Professional Support
HMRC takes payroll compliance seriously. Offences that can result in penalties:
| Offence |
- Late RTI submission (first offence)
- Late RTI submission (repeat offence)
- Incorrect reporting
- Auto enrolment non-compliance
- Failure to provide payslips
We ensure you never face these penalties. Our systems include multiple checks and automated reminders so submissions are always on time and accurate.
Why Choose AT Crew for Payroll?
Accuracy Guaranteed
We double-check every calculation. Our software is HMRC-recognised and regularly updated for tax code and rate changes.
Integrated with Accounts
Because we also handle your year-end accounts and tax returns, your payroll data flows seamlessly into your overall financial picture. No duplication, no discrepancies.
Competitive Fixed Fees
We charge a simple monthly fee based on the number of employees. No surprises. No hourly rates.
Fees include RTI submissions, pension assessments, digital payslips, and year-end P60s. P11D preparation and filing are charged separately unless included in a larger service package.
Ready to stop worrying about payroll?
Whether you are hiring your first employee or looking to outsource an existing headache, we are here to help.
