Payroll & Pensions
Payroll and pension support for growing UK businesses.
Payroll support for UK businesses that need employees paid accurately, deadlines managed and payroll records kept aligned with the bookkeeping. We process payroll through systems including BrightPay, QuickBooks Payroll, Xero Payroll and Sage Payroll, with pension support for NEST, Penfold and other workplace pension providers.
Payroll becomes clearer, more consistent and easier to manage.
Service overview
Payroll support built around accuracy, deadlines and clear records.
Payroll needs to be accurate, on time and properly recorded. Payslips, RTI submissions, workplace pensions, statutory payments and payroll journals all rely on clear staff records and a consistent payroll routine.
We support UK businesses by processing payroll through systems including BrightPay, QuickBooks Payroll, Xero Payroll and Sage Payroll, preparing payslips and payroll reports, and supporting workplace pension submissions for providers such as NEST and Penfold.
This gives business owners a clearer payroll process, fewer deadline surprises and payroll records that stay properly aligned with the bookkeeping.
Payroll errors create pressure for staff, directors and the accounts.
Payroll problems usually come from unclear staff records, late information, pension issues or payroll not being properly linked back to the bookkeeping. A structured payroll process helps reduce errors, missed deadlines and confusion.
Staff changes need careful handling
Starters, leavers, pay changes, tax codes and deductions need to be updated correctly before payroll is run.
Timesheets can create delays
Manual timesheets, overtime and variable hours can slow payroll down if records are not collected clearly.
Pensions need regular submissions
Workplace pension contributions need to be calculated, submitted and recorded with the correct provider.
PAYE deadlines need control
RTI submissions, PAYE liabilities and payroll reports need to be completed on time.
Payroll journals need posting
Wages, PAYE, pensions and employer costs need to be reflected properly in the bookkeeping.
Employees need confidence
Clear payslips, accurate pay and consistent payroll communication help reduce staff queries.
Everything you’d expect, plus the controls most providers miss.
Running payslips is the baseline. The real value is accuracy, compliance and a pay run your team never has to worry about.
A clear payroll process from data collection to reporting.
Who Payroll & Pensions is for.
Packages designed around your business
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do you process payroll weekly and monthly?
Yes. We can support weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls, depending on how your business pays staff.
Which payroll software do you use?
We work with BrightPay, QuickBooks Payroll, Xero Payroll and Sage Payroll, depending on the client setup and requirements.
Do you submit payroll to HMRC?
Yes. Where we are authorised, we can submit payroll to HMRC through Real Time Information using the agreed payroll software.
Can you speak to HMRC on our behalf about payroll?
Yes. Where HMRC agent authorisation is in place, we can contact HMRC on your behalf about payroll-related matters.
Do you make salary, PAYE or pension payments for clients?
No. We do not make payments on behalf of clients. We can prepare payslips, payroll reports, payment summaries and pension contribution reports, but the client remains responsible for making salary, PAYE, pension and other payments.
Can you help with workplace pensions?
Yes. We mostly work with NEST and Penfold, but we can support other workplace pension providers where needed.
Can you help with starters, leavers and payroll changes?
Yes. We can process starters, leavers, salary changes, tax code updates, deductions, statutory payments and other payroll changes as part of the payroll cycle.
Can you help with timesheets and variable hours?
Yes. We can process payroll from timesheets provided by the client and can recommend tools such as Jibble where clearer time records are needed.
Do you provide payroll journals for the accounts?
Yes. We can provide payroll reports and journals so wages, PAYE, pensions and employer costs can be posted properly into the bookkeeping records.
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★★★★★
We have been using Mike & the team for over a year now and are very happy with the help & support they have given us along the way. They are always responsive to phonecalls & emails, being really helpful at every step. I have no hesitation in recommending them.
★★★★★
I first reached out to Mike and his team when my business was only in its infancy and really needed some professional advice. Mike was approachable and supportive and explained things to me in way that was understandable. The level of service and support is excellent and I have no hesitation in recommending Mike and the Better Bookkeeping team to anyone who needs sound, professional and friendly advice. Thanks Guys!
