Payroll Services for Small Business Owners

Payroll is one of those things that has to be right — every time. Getting it wrong can lead to unhappy staff, HMRC penalties, and unnecessary stress.

At Atreus Accountants, we provide reliable, well-organised payroll support for small business owners who want peace of mind. We take care of the detail, keep everything compliant, and make sure payroll runs smoothly — so you don’t have to worry about it.

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Why Payroll Matters

Payroll isn’t just about paying staff — it involves ongoing compliance, reporting, and accuracy.

Common payroll issues we see include:

• Incorrect tax or National Insurance deductions

• Missed RTI submissions

• Confusion around pay dates or changes

• HMRC penalties for late or incorrect filings

Having payroll handled properly removes a lot of unnecessary pressure — especially when it’s integrated with the rest of your accounting.

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What Our Payroll Service Includes

Our payroll service is designed to be dependable and straightforward, whether you have one employee or a growing team.

We typically help with:

• Processing regular payroll

• PAYE and National Insurance calculations

• Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC

• Payslips for employees

• Handling starters and leavers

• Year-end payroll reporting

We make sure everything is accurate, submitted on time, and explained clearly if you have questions.

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Payroll and the Bigger Picture

Payroll doesn’t sit in isolation — it affects your wider tax and accounting position.

We ensure payroll integrates properly with:

👉 Bookkeeping and cloud accounting

👉 Annual accounts

👉 Corporation Tax

This joined-up approach reduces errors and keeps everything consistent.

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Staying Compliant Without the Stress

Payroll deadlines are strict, and HMRC penalties apply even for small mistakes.

We help clients stay compliant by:

• Submitting everything on time

• Keeping records accurate and up to date

• Flagging issues early

• Answering questions before they become problems

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Who Our Payroll Service Is Best Suited For

Our payroll support is ideal if you:

• Want payroll handled accurately and reliably

• Prefer proactive support rather than fixing mistakes later

• Value clear communication and consistency

• Are growing your team or planning to

• Want payroll to “just work” in the background

We’re probably not the right fit if you’re only looking for the cheapest payroll processing with no support or advice.

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How Atreus Accountants Works With You

We don’t treat payroll as a standalone admin task.

Our approach is:

• Organised and dependable

• Integrated with your wider accounting

• Focused on reducing risk and stress

• Built around ongoing relationships

That way, payroll becomes one less thing to think about.

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Free Payroll Discovery Call

If payroll feels time-consuming, stressful, or risky — or you’re unsure whether your current setup is fully compliant — we offer free discovery calls.

This is a no-pressure conversation to understand your business and explain how we can help.

👉 Book a free discovery call with Atreus Accountants

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Payroll FAQs

How often do you run payroll?
Payroll can be run weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, depending on your business.

Can you take over payroll from another provider?
Yes. We regularly help businesses switch smoothly with minimal disruption.

Do you handle HMRC payroll queries?
Yes. We can liaise with HMRC on payroll-related matters where required.

Can payroll link to my accounting software?
Yes. We ensure payroll integrates properly with your bookkeeping and accounts.