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Payroll Accounting in the UK

January 9, 2025 by Nadeem Iqbal Leave a Comment

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Payroll accounting refers to the process of tracking and managing employee compensation, including wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions, and to ensure compliance with legal and tax requirements.  It plays a vital role in businesses of all sizes as it ensures timely and accurate payments to employees while also adhering to statutory obligations.  In the UK, […]

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Payroll Compliance in the UK: How to Steer Clear of Penalties

October 7, 2024 by Faisal Rahim Leave a Comment

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Payroll compliance in the UK is an integral and legal requirement for employee compensation. Employers are liable to calculate and withhold income tax and National Insurance contributions according to the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. They have to comply with certain key elements like minimum wage laws, pension auto-enrollment, and statutory pay entitlements like […]

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The Pension Regulator: Key Roles and Functions

August 16, 2024 by Faisal Rahim 2 Comments

Pension Regulator

Importance of The Pensions Regulator is crucial for ensuring compliance with pension laws and regulations. It helps and safeguard employees’ post-employment savings by promoting best practices and preventing mismanagement.

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How Accountants Can Simplify Automatic Enrolment for Your Business

August 2, 2024 by Nadeem Iqbal Leave a Comment

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Automatic enrolment might sound complex, but it’s really just a way for UK businesses to help their employees save for retirement. Under this policy, employers automatically enrol eligible employees into a pension scheme, contributing a portion of their earnings.

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Understanding Employment Allowance: A Guide for UK Businesses

July 31, 2024 by Faisal Rahim 2 Comments

Emp Allowance

The Employment Allowance is a government initiative designed to help small businesses and charities reduce their National Insurance contributions (NICs). This allowance allows eligible entities to claim up to £5,000 annually

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