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Are you struggling to manage your payroll?
Running a start-up or small business is already challenging without the added stress of managing payroll. You shouldn’t have to worry about whether your staff are paid correctly and on time.
With our outsourced payroll services, you can focus on what you do best – growing your business.
Book a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your needs and get started.
EXCELLENTBased on 111 reviews
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Brody Gibson12/02/2025A&C Chartered Accountants were very helpful, Steph helped massively. Will be deefinitely using them again in the future.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Maria04/02/2025On Jan 28th this year, I checked into my HMRC account to fill in my self assessment as usual where I found out that I owe HMRC 12000 pounds! This was a big surprise to me and I had no idea what was going on. I desperately called different accounting firms to help me, however as you can imagine, all firms were fully booked and no one had time before the 31st Jan deadline. After checking several firms, I called A&C as one of the firms popping up in my google search and Paul was very kind to help me. He used an app, connected to my laptop, went through my P60 and P45 and quickly making the calculation. As it turned out, my employer made a mistake and used a wrong tax code and hence I was actually owing HMRC the money. He was highly efficient and knowledgable, went above and beyond to help me and didn't even charge me for the time he spent on the phone with me. I highly recommend their service and would definitely use them in future, whenever I need help with tax or accounting.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tom28/01/2025I’ve been with this team for about 6 months now. I moved to A&C from a large accountancy group who just gave me no time. I would honestly say that the advice and support I have received here has led to my small business growing faster than expected. Brilliant value for money. Very glad I changed. Highly recommendTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Louise & Paul FG28/01/2025Having never had a Personal Accountant or Tax advisor, I met (in person) with the team at A&C to discuss 3 things which I needed advice on - and to see if they could help. During the 45 minutes we went through my points, but A&C ended up advising me I could achieve most of these things myself (rather than pay a service). They provided some advice on where to look, and I was thankful for their honesty and openness! Would recommend to anyone who doesn't know if they need professional support or not, A&C will advise you the best path to follow.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jack23/09/2024Paul is incredible. I received a surprise penalty from the HMRC and this was my first time working with an accountant and couldn't have been any happier with Paul. He took his time to understand the problem over the phone, connected to my computer to look at my accounts and within less than 15 minutes had identified the issue and made really sound recommendations. I'll certainly be using Paul moving forward, highly recommend.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Rebecca Johnston20/09/2024Paul has been very helpful especially as this is my first time ever dealing with accountants very informative and efficient. Thank you!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Lewis Pierce05/04/2024Paul was extremely helpful. He gave me solid advice for all of my queries. I would highly recommend if you want professional and personable solutions to any of your business needs. Thank you for your help Paul; I’m excited to work with you again in the very near future.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Chloe Jackson29/03/2024Paul and the team are incredibly friendly and professional. Having had no prior experience running a business, their face to face meetings and in person training for Xero software have been invaluable.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sorted.01/03/2024We have been using A&C Chartered Acountants for a few months and are really impressed with the attention to detail, knowledge and help that they have provided to our company. Steph has been great with communication and helped us to stay on top of our business targets!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Ben Cook01/03/2024Steph from A&C chartered accountants has been amazing giving me great advice and helping me with the information I needed to begin my business venture.
Imagine payroll but without the hassle.
You could feel confident – safe in the knowledge that your payroll is being handled by local experts who understand the UK business landscape and regulations.
That would free you up to focus on your core business activities while we ensure your staff are paid correctly and on time.
And perhaps most importantly, it would help you avoid costly mistakes and stay compliant with the latest HMRC regulations.
Sounds good, right?
That’s what we offer to our clients. We’ll start with a free consultation to understand your specific payroll needs. Then, based on your requirements, we’ll tailor a payroll solution that fits your business.
Our team will handle the setup and ongoing management of your payroll process, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
We offer a fully managed payroll service, or you may just want our help with a specific payroll function. Regardless, our services include:
As Xero Gold Partners, we utilise online tools for 24/7 management. Stay on top of your finances with seamless, round-the-clock access.
As an independent, family-owned firm, we build client relationships often lasting many years by offering a personal service that larger firms simply can’t match.
We're proud of our work and the kind feedback we receive from our clients. Check out our reviews and testimonials to see what makes us so well-placed to help you.
Our mission is to support your growth, ease financial worries, and take your business to the next level. Let’s streamline your finances, and achieve long-term success.
Simply, payroll is the process of making sure all employees in your business receive their pay – whether it’s a monthly salary or an annual bonus. It involves calculating wages, withholding pension contributions and taxes, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
Payroll is one of the many tedious administrative tasks that can end up eating into your valuable time as a business owner. If you’re finding that you have less time for deeper, more impactful work, then outsourcing payroll could be a big help. Not only does it save you time, but it alleviates the stress and worry that comes with it.
We find outsourcing is more suited to startups and SMEs. Larger businesses can benefit too, but often have in-house finance teams.
Payroll can be processed on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or custom schedule based on your business’s needs. Whatever works for your business, works for us.
You must keep accurate records of all payroll transactions, including employee pay, tax deductions, National Insurance contributions, pension contributions, and any benefits provided. These records must be kept for at least three years and should be available in case of an HMRC audit.
If you make a payroll mistake, such as underpaying or overpaying employees or reporting incorrect information to HMRC, you’ll need to correct the issue as quickly as possible. Payroll software often includes error detection, but a team of payroll professionals helps to avoid errors entirely.
All employers are now required to offer a workplace pension, with eligible employees added via auto-enrolment. Part of the payroll management includes calculating and deducting pension contributions (from both employees and employers). We can do this for you.
For payroll compliance, you must register as an employer, operate PAYE, deduct Income Tax and National Insurance from employees’ wages, and submit regular Real-Time Information (RTI) reports. There’s a lot to do and it’s easy to miss things, which is why many businesses turn to a professional for help.
The cost of outsourced payroll services depends on the size of your business and the number of employees. Rest assured, we offer transparent pricing and can provide a quote tailored to your specific requirements after a free consultation.
We offer a free consultation for all new clients – either over the phone or in person. To get started, fill in the contact form or call us on 0161 962 1855 to find out more about our payroll services in Manchester.
“We have been working with A&C for about 12 years across a dozen business ventures spanning a range of sectors. From day one, the entire team has been a keystone in our success, providing exceptional service and advice covering every aspect of accounting, payroll, investments and business advice. Quite literally, the team at A&C feel like extended members of our internal teams, and it’s always a pleasure to be working alongside them. Highly recommended.”
Andrew Langhorn, Magnet Monster Ecommerce
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