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Explore our Payroll knowledge hub for helpful hints and tips as well as the latest news that may affect your business.
Meeting your obligations as an employer to HM Revenue and Customs can be confusing and time-consuming. Furthermore the increased responsibilities to your employees surrounding auto enrolment pension contributions can really add to the workload.
We can provide you with access to a payroll portal which enables you to easily manage employee working hours, securely store employee information, such as payslips and other related documents plus manage all annual leave for your staff using the employee calendar provided within the payroll portal.
Explore our Payroll knowledge hub for helpful hints and tips as well as the latest news that may affect you. To speak to one of our advisors, contact us today to arrange a free, no obligation consultation.
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How much National Insurance do I pay?
Individuals in the UK make National Insurance Contributions based on their employed or self-employed status. Our guide looks at NIC rates and how much you have to pay.
Find out moreWhat employers need to know about the National Living and Minimum Wage
The different rates of National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage can be tricky to keep on top of. We give you the details to keep your compliant and feel confident.
Find out moreSalary sacrifice for pensions explained
The Government announced in the November 2025 Budget that, from 2029, pension contributions made under salary sacrifice arrangements would only be free of National Insurance Contributions (NICs) up to...
Find out moreEssential updates for employers: Winter 2025/26
Staying up to date with the latest employment laws and regulations is essential for employers to ensure compliance and maintain best practices.
Find out moreHow to save money on your Christmas party
Although there is no specific allowance for a Christmas party, HMRC does offer companies tax relief for the cost of hosting an annual event if certain criteria are met.
Find out moreHow should my employee’s double cab pickup truck be taxed?
Tax rules on double cab pick-ups changed recently. What are the tax implications and when do they kick in? We explain the changes to the tax rules and how they may affect companies providing these ve...
Find out moreWhat is Adjusted Net Income and why do I need to know?
Adjusted Net Income is used to calculate whether you need to pay tax on Child Benefit, are eligible for Tax-Free Childcare, and several other tax reliefs and benefits.
Find out moreWhat happens if you miss the P11D deadline?
6th July is the deadline for P11D employee benefits reporting, as well as Employment Related Security (ERS) returns, which report share awards to employees. We look at what steps you can take if you m...
Find out moreHow the Autumn Budget changes affect employers
Some of the biggest changes announced in the Autumn Budget will affect employers. With changes to the employers National Insurance Contributions (NICs) rate, the secondary threshold and the National L...
Find out moreFive reasons to outsource your payroll
If your business is expanding and you’re thinking of taking on employees or already have employees but are after some assistance with your payroll look no further. It's understandable to feel daunted...
Find out moreEight steps to making your Payroll Year End easier
The payroll year ends on 5th April, here is our eight-step guide to help you put your payroll in order.
Find out moreAutomatic Enrolment duties explained
Employers are required to comply with Automatic Enrolment legal duties, so it's important to know what is expected of all businesses and by when.
Find out moreNational Insurance and dividend tax rises announced for social care re...
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has proposed a number of tax increases for taxpayers across the UK.
Find out moreFurloughing staff and the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS, also commonly referred to as the furlough scheme) was originally introduced in March 2020 and allowed employers to access a grant covering a portion of thei...
Find out moreHow to take the headache out of payroll
Business owners know how frustrating running a payroll can be – whether it is last-minute changes, keeping up with legislation and ensuring everyone gets paid on time.
Find out moreRedundancy pay safeguarded for furloughed workers
From 31st July, employees who are furloughed and face losing their jobs will be eligible for a redundancy pay-off based on their normal wages – not their furlough salary.
Find out moreGetting ready for changes to the Furlough Scheme
Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from 1st July will allow employers to bring back staff who have been furloughed previously on a part time basis, but still class them as furloughed and...
Find out moreEmployers to contribute to furloughed staff costs from August
The Government has announced that employers will be expected to contribute to their furloughed workers costs from August under changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
Find out moreCoronavirus Job Retention Scheme extended until October
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has confirmed the UK Government’s intentions to extend the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme for furloughed employees until the end of October.
Find out moreChanges for employers from April 2019
In this article we summarise the key changes that employers should be aware of from 6 April 2019.
Find out moreEmployer contributions to staff pensions to increase from 6th April
Millions of UK employees automatically enrolled onto a workplace pension scheme will see their minimum contributions rise from 6th April - and employers will be affected too.
Find out more10 steps to Auto Enrolment
With the deadline for compulsory staff pension schemes just months away for the majority of small and medium-sized businesses, TaxAssist Accountants is urging business owners to follow this 10 step co...
Find out morePayroll & HR
Running a business is challenging enough without the added complexities of payroll and HR. TaxAssist Accountants takes the stress out of managing your payroll, so you can focus on what you do best.
Find out moreRead our expert answers to your Payroll questions
Can you payroll benefits in kind?
I am an employer and offer certain taxable benefits to my employees. I am wondering if I can put these through the payroll so I don’t have to prepare P11Ds for all my employees.
Find out moreWhat does relief at source mean on pension contributions?
My employer has enrolled me into a pension scheme. When I looked through the paperwork, it said I could get tax relief on the pension contributions I make via relief at source. What does this mean?
Find out moreCan I pay my employees early at Christmas?
I am going to pay my employees early this year, so they have their wages before Christmas instead of waiting until the end of the month. Do I need to consider anything?
Find out moreShould I get a PAYE settlement agreement?
As an employer, I am looking at providing gifts to employees; should I get a PAYE settlement agreement?
Find out moreDoes my P11D have to go on my tax return?
I am employed and I also have rental income so I need to complete a tax return. Does my P11D need to go on my tax return?
Find out moreNational Minimum Wage Rate Changes
I’ve heard the national minimum wages figures are changing from April, what will they be?
Find out moreIs help with furloughing claims available?
If you use an agent (such as an accountant) who is authorised to do PAYE online for you, they will be able to claim on your behalf.
Find out moreWhat are furloughed workers?
I run a business but am having to put it on hold as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. I have a small team working for me and have read that a Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is available, so this wi...
Find out moreWhat is the National Living Wage?
I have a small team and have heard that the National Living Wage is due to go up in April – could you please tell me by how much?
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