Payroll & Employment

Effective and precise management of payroll and employment taxes is crucial for your success. We can help you manage these tasks accurately to reduce your workload, ensure compliance in the UK and internationally, and maintain employee satisfaction.

David Purse

Head of Payroll and Employment Taxes

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Who we can help

MULTINATIONALS
PRIVATELY OWNED & LISTED BUSINESSES
PUBLIC & SOCIAL SECTOR ORGANISATIONS
SMES
UK ENTITIES

How we can help

TAKING A LOAD OFF YOUR MIND

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For any organisation, getting payroll functions and employment taxes right is essential to ensure employees are paid correctly and on time, and to maintain compliance with HMRC. Given the frequent investigations and stringent enforcement of employment tax rules, mistakes are not an option.

Our comprehensive payroll and employment tax services address these challenges, helping you operate efficiently, confidently, and in full compliance. Regardless of your business size, from start-up to global enterprise, our services are tailored to meet your specific needs and are integrated to provide seamless support. We ensure clear lines of communication and keep you informed of any changes that may affect you, offering proactive advice on the best course of action.

Commercially driven tax and financial advice provided by people who understand my business and who care about its success. A dedicated partner led team of real advisors with real commercial focus.
Derek Smith, Maritime Developments Limited
AAB deliver on time, every time and respond promptly to my queries and needs. I would, and have, recommended AAB to businesses who have since joined them.
Graham Mackie, Dales Engineering Services Limited
Having AAB as our business partners gives me peace of mind as they listen, participate and work with us to ensure our goals are achieved.
Gillian Irvine, NorDan

PAYROLL & OFF-PAYROLL

Our fully managed payroll service alleviates the heavy workload and stress of ensuring compliance. While the service is automated and highly efficient, it is also managed by people you can speak to; your dedicated relationship manager will promptly address any questions you may have. Our technology integrates seamlessly with widely-used HR and Finance systems and includes dashboard reporting for instant clarity. Additionally, it extends to provide a global payroll service for all your international workplaces.

IR35 off-payroll working remains a mystery to some businesses and a frustration to others. With extensive experience from its implementation in both the public and private sectors and a thorough understanding of the rules, we will explain everything clearly and help ensure you comply, whether you are an end client or a contractor.

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TAXES FOR GLOBAL EMPLOYEES

Global mobility enables you to hire top talent from around the world and deploy them where they are most effective. However, this often brings challenges related to corporate and personal tax and social security issues. Our support for your global mobility program addresses these tax challenges and provides comprehensive visibility of your worldwide employees, helping you enhance efficiency.

As employees work internationally, many organisations outsource and offshore their overseas employment tax functions, which can create compliance issues. We are aware of these challenges, and our overseas employment tax service helps mitigate these risks while offering a cost-effective solution.

Naturally, you want your expatriate employees to be properly compensated, shielded from double taxation, and benefit from available reliefs. Our globally coordinated advice will reassure your expat employees about their tax situation, keeping them motivated and fully engaged in your projects.

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EXPATRIATE TAXES

International employment taxes and social security are essential for both employers and expatriate employees. Our expert team ensures compliance both domestically and globally, reducing costs through efficient planning and coordination among HR, Finance, and Operations. We offer comprehensive support, from optimising expatriate compensation to managing tax relief claims and compliance, keeping employees motivated and engaged while addressing tax-related issues.

With a deep understanding of tax treaties and global tax regulations, we simplify the complexities of international tax laws, preventing double taxation and ensuring timely payments. Our services cover compliance management, tax policy preparation, and customised advice for businesses at all stages, aligning with both short-term objectives and long-term strategies. Whether preparing expatriate employees for overseas assignments or assisting with their return, our integrated tax planning and compliance advice anticipate future needs, providing peace of mind for both employers and employees.

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UK EMPLOYMENT TAXES

As an employer, you must balance the challenge of attracting, retaining, and motivating employees with the need to control employment costs and manage tax risks. Our UK Employment Taxes team offers practical support across various areas, including tax efficiency, compliance, and strategic advice. Above all, we help you maximise the value of your investment in your workforce.

PAYE and NIC constitute a substantial portion of tax revenue, presenting ongoing challenges as you adapt to new legislation and ensure compliance with tax risk management, procedures, and strategies. Our dedicated team of specialists brings a diverse range of skills to support you throughout your organisation’s lifecycle, from one-off projects to comprehensive management of your UK Employment Tax matters.

You can take advantage of our knowledgeable, practical, and prompt support for all these areas and beyond:

Prepare and submit necessary reports and calculations to HMRC
Offer tailored advice and guidance on specific transactions to minimise business costs and risks
Assist in managing any HMRC compliance reviews to reduce potential liabilities
Fully handle specific projects related to legislative changes or case law outcomes
Work with our Payroll and International Employment Tax Teams to address complex issues, designing, implementing, and maintaining the right strategies for you
Support the tax and compliance aspects of your international assignments as well
And more…

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SYSTEMS FIT FOR THE FUTURE

With continual technological advancements, it’s likely your departments and teams are using a mix of legacy systems, on-premises software, and cloud applications, resulting in a complex and confusing data landscape. We will assess your systems and software, offering practical recommendations to unify them with minimal disruption and cost.

By simplifying access to your data, we also help you extract greater value from it. Our team will organise your data and create interactive dashboards that deliver meaningful insights to improve your business decision-making. Having this information readily available can give you a competitive edge, even in a challenging market.

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