Hired your first employee? Here’s how to set up payroll
We've teamed up with Sage to explain the basics of payroll. Learn what payroll is, how to register and more
Payroll
The Payroll channel, brought to you in partnership with Sage, includes in-depth guides and features for UK small businesses needing advice on running payroll; including sending payslips, managing pensions and statutory pay, HRMC submissions and employee management.
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We've teamed up with Sage to explain the basics of payroll. Learn what payroll is, how to register and more
Payroll
Employing & managing staff
Pensions auto enrolment rules mean all employers must provide a pension for their staff and automatically enrol them into it. James Brown of Chase de Vere offers a guide to all the considerations employers must make to comply with pensions legislation
Payroll
We explain your pensions responsibilities as an employer, how to choose a pension scheme, and how you can remain compliant
Payroll
We explain what Statutory Sick Pay is, who is eligible, how it works, and how much it’s going to cost you.
Payroll
Follow these steps to manage employment costs and ensure a productive relationship with new employees
Payroll
Running your own business involves necessary admin. Especially when it comes to payroll and tax. Happily, there’s software to help you
Payroll
Running your business’ payroll is much easier with market-leading accountancy software. Here’s how to work out which product is best for you
Payroll
It’s not always easy to decide whether you need professional help with your payroll. Could a bookkeeper or accountant benefit your business, or is the DIY approach best?
Payroll
Running your business’ payroll is much easier with market-leading accountancy software. Here’s how to work out which product is best for you
Payroll
It’s not always easy to decide whether you need professional help with your payroll. Could a bookkeeper or accountant benefit your business, or is the DIY approach best?
Employing & managing staff
How do you calculate holiday entitlement and pay of someone on a zero hours contract? We clear up the confusion and help you get it right
Partner content
Here are the main points to consider if you're looking to outsource payroll for your small business
Payroll
Matthew Stark, partner at Mazars, answers key questions around protecting employee payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic
Payroll
Purpose is the new pay, says Klara Kozlov. Harness the power of payroll giving to engage your employees and give regularly to charities
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