Simplifying Payroll For Large Shift-Based Workforces

AI in payroll: Simplifying payroll for large shift-based workforces Managing payroll for large organisations with shift-based workforces is no easy task. It involves processing vast amounts of data, navigating changing regulations, and ensuring accurate calculations for variable pay components like overtime, shift differentials, and holiday pay. The complexity grows even further when managing compliance across multiple locations, tax codes, or industry-specific regulations. For payroll teams already stretched thin, this can be overwhelming. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI): the … Read more

Harmonising AI and human efforts

AI in payroll: Harmonising AI and human efforts The payroll landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological innovation and the growing complexity of compliance and workforce demands. While artificial intelligence (AI) promises revolutionary advancements, the role of human expertise remains critical in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and trust. As businesses strive to modernise their payroll operations, the key question becomes: should payroll rely entirely on AI, human intervention, or a balance of both?

5 ways AI cuts payroll processing time

AI in payroll: 5 ways AI cuts payroll processing time In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficiency is paramount, especially when it comes to payroll processing. Payroll professionals face increasing pressures to manage complex tasks swiftly while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming payroll systems, making them more efficient than ever. Some people might think it’s the lazy way out, but we just think it’s smart. Here are the top five ways AI cuts … Read more

Help! I don’t know anything about AI

AI in payroll: Help! I don’t know anything about AI If you’re a payroll professional, the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) might feel overwhelming. You might be thinking, “How can I embrace AI when I barely know how it works?” Or perhaps you’re concerned that AI is too complicated and only for tech experts with coding skills. But here’s the good news: you don’t need to be a programmer or tech-savvy to benefit from AI in … Read more

AI in payroll: Will I lose my job to a robot?

AI in payroll: Will I lose my job to a robot? Artificial Intelligence (AI) in payroll may sound a bit scary. If you’ve been in the payroll industry for a while, you might wonder whether AI will one day take over your job. Will robots make payroll professionals obsolete? The short answer is no. Instead, AI is here to make your life easier, not harder, and there’s far more to gain than to lose from embracing it. … Read more

Onboarding new starters

Effortlessly Onboard New Starters From paperwork to payroll processing, there are numerous tasks involved in ensuring a smooth transition for new starters. However, manual processes can be time-consuming, error-prone, and inefficient. In this blog post, we’ll explore the challenges of adding new starters to a company, whether done manually or through payroll software, and how automation can streamline the entire process. Onboarding Challenges Solved with Automation Seamless Onboarding with Automation Save time and eradicate errors and compliance … Read more

Student Visa 20 hrs/pw Automated Compliance

Student Visa 20 hrs/pw Automated Compliance Under Home Office regulations, an international student Visa only permits the student to work up to 20 hours per week during term time. Exceeding the 20-hour limit can mean revocation of the visa or even deportation. Because the consequences are serious, the employer has a duty of care to ensure this does not occur. In practice, this is very difficult to track and enforce for employers, especially with remote or distributed … Read more

April 2024 Changes to National Insurance Contributions

Changes to NICs apply from April 2024 Following the Spring Budget update on 6 March 2024, the Government has announced changes to National Insurance contributions (NICs) rates for the 2024-25 tax year. Pending parliamentary approval, the change is to the main rate of Primary (Employee) Class 1 NICs for earnings paid on or after 6 April 2024. How to Make Sure You Comply If you are using a payroll software and have already started getting payroll ready for … Read more

Navigating Leap Year Payroll: What UK Employers Should Know

What A Leap Year Means For Payroll As we leap into the new year, it’s important for UK employers to be aware of how the extra day in February affects payroll. With a friendly reminder of this quirky calendar event, let’s explore how it may impact your payroll process and what steps you can take to ensure everything runs smoothly and to avoid fines for incorrect pay. Whether employees are entitled to an extra day’s pay this … Read more

Stay Ahead of the Game: HMRC Mandatory Payrolling of Benefits in Kind from April 2026

HMRC Scraps P11D’s For Payrolling of Benefits in Kind In a recent tax simplification update, HMRC has announced that the payrolling of benefits will become mandatory starting April 2026. This marks a shift in how employers handle benefits, currently requiring them to either submit P11D forms or opt for real-time taxation through PAYE by registering to payroll benefits. Employers are expected to carefully review the changes for the new regime when available, and start considering now what … Read more