If your employees receive perks like a company car or health insurance, you may need to report them to HMRC. This P11D guide explains what counts as a benefit in kind and how to file your P11D form correctly to avoid penalties.

Running payroll for your business? It’s not just about paying salaries. It’s about calculating the right taxes for your employees and yourself. From PAYE income tax to National Insurance, this guide explains how to calculate taxes on payroll in the UK, and what you need to get it right in 2025.

Not sure what a payroll journal in accounting is or if you even need one? You’re not alone. Whether you’re just hiring your first employee or already juggling payslips and taxes, this guide breaks it down in plain English so you can stay compliant and stress-free.

If you have employees on your payroll at the end of the tax year, you’re legally required to give them a P60 by 31 May. Miss it, and you risk HMRC penalties. Here’s what you need to know. 

Voluntary deductions in payroll can be confusing, but getting them wrong isn’t an option. If you offer benefits like workplace pensions, charity schemes, or staff perks, you’ll likely need to handle these deductions correctly. This quick guide breaks down what counts as voluntary, how they work, and what every employer needs to watch out for.

Employer NICs are rising, but so is the support you can claim. If you're eligible for the 2025/26 tax year, changes to Employment Allowance could save your business more money. Here's what you need to know.

19 April is your final chance to submit PAYE for 2024/25. Miss it, and you risk HMRC penalties. Here’s what to do and what to avoid.

The 2024/25 tax year has officially ended, but that doesn’t mean payroll duties are done. If you're an employer, now’s the time to complete your year-end submissions and prep for the new tax year. Here's what you need to do if you haven’t already, and if you're looking ahead, this can also serve as a helpful guide for your payroll year end 2025 planning.

The UK’s new minimum and living wage rates take effect in April 2025, and if you run a small business or hire freelancers, staying compliant

Not sure what payroll liabilities actually mean? Many small business owners and freelancers struggle to keep track of what they owe to emplo

You’re sorting out payroll, everything’s almost ready then you’re asked for a payroll number. If you paused and thought, “Wait… where do I e

Payroll deadlines come fast, and mistakes happen - maybe you forgot to add a new hire or missed a submission. But can you fix it after the f

Payroll sounds simple until you realise how much goes into it. Here’s a breakdown of what the payroll payment process actually involves, ste

Running payroll shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. But with bank delays, tax deductions, and last-minute changes, getting employees paid o

Managing payroll isn’t just about paying wages - it involves tax calculations, deductions, and strict HMRC rules. For small business owners,