Payroll should be simple, but that isn’t always the case. If you’re not completely happy with your current payroll system or you’re still using spreadsheets and manual processes to pay your employees (like 51% of organisations), paying your employees can feel like a drag on your business.
Luckily, it doesn’t have to stay this way. Switching payroll services can help you find software that suits your business down to a T, and we’ve put together lots of tips to help you get started. From why it’s a good idea to switch payroll to finding the right provider, kickstart your payroll upgrade with this handy guide.
Why Switch Payroll Services?
Payroll is a task that never ends. As long as you have a team working for your business, you need to pay employees correctly, submit regular reports to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and maintain tax compliance. The list goes on!
As a time-consuming but vital task, a payroll system that doesn’t get the job done can significantly affect your business. Late or inaccurate payments can lead to your employees becoming dissatisfied, for example.
Manually carrying out your payroll is also a huge drain on your time, preventing you from getting on with other pressing business tasks. With less time to focus on marketing strategies and long-term plans, inefficient payroll can end up stifling your business growth.
On the other hand, upgrading to a reliable and experienced payroll service provider can:
- Improve accuracy and tax compliance
- Ensure timely and error-free payments
- Reduce the burden of payroll on your internal team
- Boost employee satisfaction and increase retention
Switching payroll services can also help you save money while drastically reducing your to-do list.
How Our Payroll Team Can Help
At Angel Bookkeeping and Payroll Services, we offer reliable payroll help for businesses across Sussex (and beyond!). Our team of professional bookkeepers use top-rated, cloud-based bookkeeping software, BrightPay, to streamline employee payments, digitise your records, and automate repetitive tasks.
We also use Modulr, a financial technology software that automates your payments based on your unique payroll schedule. This integrates seamlessly with BrightPay and other essential bookkeeping software, creating a fully digital system that makes your payroll a breeze. Learn more in our guide What is Modulr and Why Do We Recommend it For Easy Payroll?
With an array of glowing five-star reviews and years of experience improving payroll systems, we’re ready to help your business create a stress-free payroll system that suits your employees.
As bookkeepers, we’re up-to-date with UK tax compliance and payroll regulations. From following Pay as You Earn (PAYE) rules to recording your payroll costs so that you can easily deduct them from your tax bill, our team will handle all of the legalities so that you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Tips for Switching Payroll Services
It’s actually pretty simple to switch your payroll services or software, especially with a professional team on hand to help you out. We’ve put together a few tips you can follow to make the transition as smooth as possible:
Reach Out to a New Payroll Provider
First things first, you’ll need to touch base with your dream payroll team. If that’s us (good choice!), you can use our handy online contact form to send us a message or give us a call at 07867 129 210.
When getting in touch, it’s a brilliant idea to jot down a few details so we can assess your requirements and get off on the right foot. This includes any current software you’re using, the size of your team, and any specific requirements you have for your payroll system.
Organise Your Payroll Data
Our team can help you with every step of your payroll switch, including organising your data.
We’ll help you transfer your employee details – including names, National Insurance numbers and current addresses – from your old system to our BrightPay software, reducing the need for action on your end.
In short, we’ll make switching payroll a pain-free process for your business by handling all the important tasks.
Get to Know Your New Payroll Software
There’s nothing left to do but sit back and get to grips with your new system! It’s dead easy. We’ll give you access to your BrightPay account so that you can take a look at how we’re managing your payroll if you’re interested. Have a question about your new payroll software? Give us a shout and we’ll be happy to help.
Switching Payroll at the Start of the Tax Year
With tax year-end fast approaching, there’s no better time to switch your payroll software or services. This marks the time in your calendar when your finances are ‘reset’, with the new tax year ushering in a blank page for the next 365 days of records.
In terms of a payroll switch, this is a great time to move providers. You won’t need to deal with the hassle of transferring mid-year data, minimising disruption for your business and making it easier to ensure tax compliance.
You can also switch mid-year with no issues if it better suits your business. There’s no rush, we can help you organise your payroll whenever you’re ready.
Switch Payroll With Angel Bookkeeping & Payroll Services
There’s no better time to switch payroll software. With our team of bookkeeping and payroll experts by your side, you can grab hold of all the benefits of a new system with none of the downsides, too. Enjoy accurate payments on time, every time, with the help of Angel Bookkeeping and Payroll Services.