Payroll Services in Manchester
Weekly, fortnightly or monthly payroll for Greater Manchester employers — payslips, RTI submissions to HMRC and auto-enrolment handled in one place.
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- Companies House no. 14947521
- ICO registered ZB680710
Quick answer
Employers must report pay to HMRC on or before each payday using a Full Payment Submission (RTI). From April 2026 the National Living Wage is £12.71 an hour and employer National Insurance is 15% above £5,000 a year.
What our payroll service includes
- Payroll runs and payslips
- RTI FPS and EPS submissions
- Starters, leavers, P45s and P60s
- Statutory sick, maternity and paternity pay
- Employment Allowance claims (up to £10,500)
- Auto-enrolment pension uploads
Problems we solve
“I've hired my first employee”
We register you as an employer and set up PAYE.
“Late RTI penalties”
HMRC charges £100 to £400 a month for late submissions depending on employee numbers.
“Statutory Sick Pay changed”
SSP is payable from the first day of sickness from April 2026.
How it works
01
Contact
Call, WhatsApp or send the quote form.
02
Assessment
We review your records and deadlines.
03
Fixed quote
Agreed before any work starts.
04
Prepare & approve
You review everything before filing.
05
File & aftercare
We file and remind you of the next deadline.
Cost of Payroll in Manchester
We confirm a fixed price after reviewing your records. What changes the price:
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of employees | Each payslip is a unit of work |
| Pay frequency | Weekly costs more than monthly |
| Pension and benefits | Auto-enrolment and P11Ds add steps |
Why choose Vital Accountax?
- 25 five-star reviews on Trustpilot (4.7 TrustScore)
- A named accountant — Muhammad Ahmar — from quote to filing
- Fixed quote before work starts
- Secure client portal for documents
- Covers all ten Greater Manchester boroughs; Rochdale office by appointment
Payroll FAQs
Do directors need payroll?
Most company directors take a salary through PAYE, even if small.
Can you take over mid-year?
Yes. We need your year-to-date figures and HMRC access.
Do you handle pensions too?
Yes — see our workplace pension service.
How much does payroll cost?
It depends on headcount and frequency.
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