Accountant Payroll Challenges in 2021

Processing client payroll is one of the most challenging aspects for accountancy practices. Clients need payroll services, but sometimes expect payroll to be “included” in their general accounting fees. Accountants can find payroll time-consuming and not a revenue-generating activity. Here are some payroll challenges for accountants and how to overcome obstacles:

Payroll Software
Not all payroll software is created equal - and when you need to manage multiple clients on one system, your technology is vital to successful and compliant payroll each month. Cloud-based technology allows you to manage clients on one platform, access from any device, and automatically updates with payroll changes each year. You can direct file with HMRC, and view payroll in real-time for each client.

Reporting
Many payroll software options do not include reporting – this is a problem. How can you ensure your client payroll is compliant if you don’t have access to real-time reporting? Your payroll software should provide customised reporting options so you can provide clients with a seamless payroll experience each month.

Support and Service
Does your payroll software provide you with a certified support team? Who can you call when payroll or compliance questions come up? Your payroll software should provide a team of experts to help when you have questions about client payroll or new HMRC requirements. Having a support team reduces the time you spend looking for answers and helps simplify complicated payroll questions.

You can overcome common client payroll challenges with Payescape. Our easy-to-use, cloud-based platform can be accessed from any device, provides customised reporting for each client, and our CIPP-certified staff can answer any questions as they come up. Don’t let client payroll take too much of your time each month – simplify and save resources and time. Click here to learn more about Payescape payroll for Accountants.