There has been a surge in the number of warnings issued to SMEs over failure to comply with the government’s flagship auto-enrolment legislation, which is in the process of being introduced in stages to businesses – from largest to smallest – across the country. The number of businesses to be given fines Pensions Regulator has … Continued

A report by payroll software supplier, Sage UK, has revealed that over a third of employees (35%) would leave their current job if the payroll department at their place of work got their pay incorrect just once. Additionally, it was found that over the last 12 months, almost one in four (22%) of employees had … Continued

More short-term contracts are creating payroll issues FTSE businesses could pay out up to £30m as a result of payroll mishaps, and that spend could increase as companies look to expand their number of short-term contracts. Of 193 global organisations studied by the PwC, many found that as they expanded globally and recruited more international … Continued

The Department of Business Innovation & Skills has published a guide which outlines how employers in the UK should be using zero hours contracts. The 1,400 word report includes details of appropriate use, and sets our alternative payment structures for employers to consider. It explains when this type of contract is inappropriate, and gives examples … Continued

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Find a temporary or fixed-contract payroll role with Portfolio, specialist recruiters based in central London with a team that’s dedicated to helping you get the job you want. During the recruitment process, our vastly experienced consultants will use their extensive knowledge and understanding of the payroll market to find a job that matches your attributes, … Continued

Many pension providers will cease to offer auto enrolment schemes to small businesses, according to research conducted by Defaqto on behalf of Now: Pensions. The survey asked 248 advisors their thoughts on the ongoing auto enrolment rollout, with 77 per cent predicting that the number of pensions providers not offering auto enrolment to small firms, … Continued

The tax year for PAYE workers ends in April each year, with a number of vital year end payroll tasks which must be completed before this date. With the increased workload required from payroll departments at this time, hiring temporary workers to assist existing staff has become an increasingly popular strategy. By bringing in these … Continued

The payroll department of any company is vital in ensuring employees are paid on time and accurately for the hours they work, and that correct National Insurance and tax deductions are applied. You could say that the happiness of employees somewhat relies on the payroll department to carry out their jobs properly. Payroll managers will … Continued