Payroll Specialist in Worcester

RTI-compliant payroll from £7 per employee per month. Auto-enrolment, payslips, CIS deductions, and HMRC submissions — managed by our Worcester payroll team.

From £7/employee/month RTI submissions on time Auto-enrolment managed Worcester office, WR1 3QQ

Worcester Payroll You Can Actually Rely On

Payroll is one of those things that has to be right every time. Get it wrong and you’ve got unhappy employees, HMRC penalties, and hours of admin trying to untangle the mess. If you’re employing people in Worcester or Worcestershire, you need payroll that runs on time, every time — without becoming someone’s second job.

Our Worcester payroll team handles everything: RTI submissions to HMRC, payslips, pension auto-enrolment, P60s and P11Ds, and CIS deductions for construction employers. Monthly payroll, weekly payroll, or irregular payments — we process what you need when you need it.

From £7 per employee per month. Accurate, on time, no drama.

Worcester Office

Address: 1 Shaw Street, Shaw Mews, Worcester, WR1 3QQ

Phone: 07950 244741

Email: info@severnaccounting.co.uk

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

Payroll Services in Worcester

Monthly Payroll Processing

RTI submissions to HMRC, payslips issued on time, every payrun. From £7/employee/month.

Auto-enrolment

Pension assessment, employee enrolment, contribution calculations, and Pensions Regulator compliance.

CIS Deductions

CIS deductions calculated, deduction statements issued, and CIS300 filed monthly.

P60s & P11Ds

Annual documents prepared and issued accurately and on time.

PAYE Setup

New employer PAYE registration and payroll software configuration from scratch.

Payroll Queries

Tax code queries, SSP, SMP, and overpayment corrections — handled without fuss.

Who We Help in Worcester

From first-time employers to multi-site businesses — we run payroll that works every time for Worcester’s employers.

Small Employers (1–20 staff)

Most of our payroll clients are small employers who don't have an in-house HR or finance function. We run your payroll cleanly in the background — no late submissions, no wrong tax codes. From £7/employee/month.

Construction Employers (CIS)

CIS payroll combines standard PAYE with CIS deductions — and HMRC audits it closely. We handle subcontractor verification, deduction calculations, CIS300 filings, and deduction statements as part of your managed service.

Growing Teams

Scaling from 5 to 50 employees changes your payroll complexity fast. We scale with you — auto-enrolment setup, starter/leaver processing, and payroll integration with your bookkeeping system.

Owner-Directors

Director payroll involves specific decisions around NI thresholds, salary/dividend optimisation, and employment allowance. We set it up correctly and coordinate with your accountant for maximum tax efficiency.

New Employers

Just hired your first employee? PAYE registration, software setup, auto-enrolment obligations — there's more to it than you might expect. We get you set up properly from the start.

Multi-site Businesses

Multiple locations, different pay structures, mixed employment types — we handle complex payroll setups and produce clear reporting that keeps you in control.

How It Works

Three steps from enquiry to sorted. No chasing, no jargon, no stress.

1

Free Consultation

Call or email us. We'll ask a few questions, understand your situation, and give you a fixed fee — no obligation.

2

Send Us Your Information

We send you a simple checklist. You collect the figures; we handle everything after that. In person, email, or secure portal — whatever suits you.

3

We Get It Done

We prepare everything, walk you through the numbers, get your sign-off, and file or submit. You'll always know exactly what's happening.

Ali Jaw, Managing Director of Severn Accounting, Worcester accountant

Meet Your Worcester Accountant

Ali Jaw

FMAAT, BSc Hons • AAT Past President Award 2020 • AAT Branch of the Year 2019

Ali has spent over a decade helping Worcester and Worcestershire businesses stay on top of their obligations — and find every legal pound they can save. Whether you’re just starting out or managing a complex structure, you’ll get straight-talking, no-jargon advice.

As a former AAT Branch President and award winner, Ali brings professional rigour that faceless online services can’t match — combined with the personal touch of someone who actually knows your business.

Clear, Fixed Fees

You’ll know the price before we start. No hourly billing, no bill shock.

Payroll

from £7/employee

per month, minimum £25

  • Monthly payroll runs
  • RTI submissions to HMRC
  • Payslips issued to employees
  • P60s at year-end
Most Popular

Payroll + Auto-enrolment

from £10/employee

per month, includes pension

  • Everything in Payroll tier
  • Pension assessment & enrolment
  • Contribution calculations
  • Pensions Regulator compliance

CIS Payroll

POA

monthly managed service

  • Subcontractor verification
  • CIS300 monthly filing
  • Deduction statements issued
  • PAYE + CIS combined

Prices confirmed after a free initial consultation. Final fee depends on complexity and transaction volume.

250+

Worcester & Worcestershire clients

99.9%

On-time filing record

£0

In late penalties (ever)

Payroll for Worcester Employers Done Right

Worcester employers face the same payroll challenges as any business — but with the added complexity of a large CIS construction sector working across the M5 corridor, a significant hospitality workforce with irregular hours, and plenty of owner-managed businesses where the director’s salary structure needs careful thought.

Auto-enrolment compliance is one of the areas we see Worcester businesses struggle with most. The rules have changed, the penalties for non-compliance are real, and it’s easy to let it slip when you’re busy running a business. We handle assessment, enrolment, and ongoing compliance — so it doesn’t keep you up at night.

Payroll data from our system feeds directly into your bookkeeping records, so month-end reconciliation is clean. No duplication, no manual data entry errors — just accurate payroll that fits neatly into the rest of your accounting.

Worcester Cathedral viewed from the River Severn
Worcester Cathedral — public domain
The River Severn running through Worcester city
© Stephen McKay / Geograph (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Areas We Cover from Worcester

The Malvern Hills, Worcestershire — we serve clients across the whole county
© David Martyn Hunt (CC BY 2.0)
Worcester City Centre
Malvern & Great Malvern
Droitwich Spa
Pershore
Evesham
Kidderminster
Redditch
Bromsgrove
Tenbury Wells
Upton upon Severn
Bewdley
Stourport-on-Severn

Not listed? Get in touch — we work with clients across the wider West Midlands region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about payroll services in Worcester.

How much does payroll cost for a Worcester business?

Payroll starts from £7 per employee per month, with a minimum of £25/month. The price covers monthly payroll processing, RTI submissions to HMRC, and payslips. Auto-enrolment and CIS payroll are available at additional cost. We always quote a fixed monthly fee.

Can I meet to discuss payroll setup at your Worcester office?

Yes — our Worcester office at 1 Shaw Street, Shaw Mews, WR1 3QQ is available for face-to-face meetings. Most payroll is managed remotely, but we’re always happy to meet in person for setup or when it helps.

What is RTI payroll and why does it matter?

Real Time Information (RTI) requires employers to submit payroll data to HMRC on or before each pay day. Missing an RTI submission triggers automatic HMRC penalties. We submit your RTI returns on time, every payrun, so you never receive a penalty for late reporting.

Do you handle auto-enrolment pension compliance?

Yes. Auto-enrolment requires employers to assess workers, enrol eligible employees into a qualifying pension, and maintain ongoing compliance with the Pensions Regulator. We manage the whole process — initial setup, enrolment, contribution calculations, and re-enrolment every three years.

Can you handle CIS payroll for construction employers?

Yes. CIS payroll combines standard PAYE with CIS deduction calculations. We verify subcontractors with HMRC, calculate the correct CIS deductions, issue deduction statements, and file the CIS300 monthly return — all as part of a managed payroll service.

What payroll software do you use?

We use professional payroll software that integrates with the main bookkeeping platforms (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage). Payroll journals post directly to your books, eliminating manual data entry and keeping your accounts accurate.

Can you handle payroll for a director-only limited company?

Yes. Director payroll involves specific decisions around NI thresholds, the Employment Allowance, and salary/dividend optimisation. We set this up correctly and coordinate with your tax planning so your overall income structure is as efficient as possible.

How quickly can you set up payroll for a new employer?

We can typically get a new employer PAYE scheme registered with HMRC and the first payrun processed within 5–7 working days. For urgent first payslips, contact us and we’ll work to your timeline.

Get Payroll Off Your Plate

Accurate, on-time payroll from £7 per employee. No late RTI submissions, no auto-enrolment headaches.

1 Shaw Street, Shaw Mews, Worcester, WR1 3QQ  ·  Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm