Payroll
Oue coverage on payroll focuses on developments, compliance updates, and strategic insights around payroll management within the UK accountancy sector. Accountancy Today covers HMRC regulations, RTI reporting, PAYE changes, National Minimum Wage updates, and the evolving role of payroll in advisory services. We report on technology trends, outsourcing, compliance risks, and best practices for accountants managing payroll for clients or internal operations. This tag serves professionals looking to stay ahead of legislation, automation, and client expectations in payroll delivery.
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Jul- 2025 -11 JulyFeatures
Six reasons document scanners are an accountant’s best friend
Let’s face it: no one enters accountancy for the paper. Yet many accountants find themselves drowning in receipts, contracts, invoices—and that infamous plastic wallet of “properly filed” documents from clients. In fact, 56% of UK accountants say manual tasks consume too much of their time*. As tech advances, so do…
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7 JulyAccounting Firms
Northern Accountants expands into HR with new sister brand
Leeds-headquartered Northern Accountants has launched a sister brand, Northern HR, as the firm advances its goal to become a top 100 UK practice. The new venture will be led by HR business partner Paula Ingham, a former consultancy owner with around 30 years’ experience. A long-standing chartered member of the…
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Jun- 2025 -26 JunePeople Moves
HB&O appoints new HR manager and promotes 11 staff
Independent accountancy firm HB&O has appointed Lauren Sanders as its new human resources manager and promoted 11 staff members as it continues to expand its operations across the Midlands. Sanders joins with nearly 20 years’ experience in manufacturing, healthcare and professional services, including a previous role as HR director at…
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18 JuneAccounting Firms
Premier Tax Solutions celebrates 10th anniversary
Premier Tax Solutions, a Staffordshire accountancy firm, has marked 10 years in business. Premier Tax Solutions was founded in 2015 by friends and business partners Vanessa Fuller and Emily Precious, who trained and worked together at one of the UK’s largest accountancy firms before launching their own venture in Hanley.…
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13 JuneBusiness
Armstrong Watson payroll chief receives national recognition
Karen Thomson, head of payroll at Armstrong Watson, has been recognised among the UK’s most influential payroll and reward professionals. Thomson has been named to the 2025 Partner 50 list by Reward Strategy – an exclusive ranking that highlights the top 1% of professionals working in payroll service provision. The…
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May- 2025 -7 MayComment
Cybersecurity in accountancy – a growing risk firms can’t afford to ignore
Cybercrime is no longer just a concern for tech companies or multinationals, it’s a growing and pressing threat for accountancy firms of all sizes. From ransomware attacks to phishing schemes, cybercriminals are increasingly targeting professional services firms, and accountants sit firmly in their sights. Mark Lowther, head of technology, UK…
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7 MayPeople Moves
Bernard Rodgers and Co appoints new head of tax and payroll
Bernard Rogers and Co has announced the promotion of Michelle Blakemore to the position of head of tax and payroll. Blakemore who has been with the firm for over 12 years, brings more than 24 years of professional experience to the role. Her new position will see her lead the…
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6 MayAccounting Firms
Purple Lime secures six-figure loan to fund growth plans
South West accountancy firm Purple Lime has secured a six-figure loan from the British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund to help accelerate its growth ambitions and increase its headcount. The firm said the funding will help it to strengthen its team, unlock greater capacity and support future investment in…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilAccounting Firms
Consilium advises AGR Hospitality on Stirling hotel acquisition
Consilium Chartered Accountants has provided corporate finance advisory and tax advisory services to AGR Hospitality (Stirling) Limited in its acquisition of the historic Golden Lion Hotel in Stirling, Scotland. Continuing a long-standing partnership between the firm and AGR Hospitality, Consilium advised managing director Gary Atkinson on the purchase of the…
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22 AprilLatest News
The Aesthetics Accountant unveils new partner and ACCA chartered status
The Aesthetics Accountant, the UK’s leading accountancy firm specialising in the medical aesthetics sector of healthcare is proud to announce a significant development in its leadership and service offering. Founder Samantha Senior (MAAT), a long-standing professional member of the AAT, has appointed Martin Tregonning as a partner of the firm.…
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