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Paying Employees

Staying on top of matters related to payroll and salaries is tricky, so read these articles for some key advice.

Deciding what to pay staff, when to pay them and what payroll tools you should use are just a few things to consider when it comes to salaries. Paying employees is important to get right, so it's good practice to stay up-to-date on issues like the National Living Wage, working with contractors, HMRC policies and industry salary levels. This part of the Knowledge Hub should help.

Tax deadlines and important key dates for UK businesses

Chloe Sexton

A roundup of important tax year dates, payment deadlines, and legislation changes for 2024/25. Use our calendar to prepare for the new financial year with ease.

Key Tax Year Dates & Deadlines for UK Businesses

The Fleximize Team

A roundup of important tax year dates, payment deadlines, and legislation changes for 2023/24. Use our calendar to prepare for the new financial year with ease.

How to Understand Your Payslips as an Employee

Stacey McIntosh

Stacey McIntosh of Sage Advice UK talks us through how to understand your payslips as an employee, including a look at key terminology

The 'Motherhood Penalty' & Parental Leave Pay

Eliza Serna-Cochrane

Eliza Serna-Cochrane discusses how UK legislation and workplace discrimination makes it difficult for new mothers to return to full-time work and explores how business owners can change this

A Guide to April 2020 Employment Law Changes

Paula Fisher

Employment law specialist Paula Fisher provides insight into the 2020 Employment Law Changes that will affect every employer in the UK, along with highlighting how UK SMEs can prepare

Claiming Tax Relief with Salary Sacrifice Pensions

James Alesbury

Salary sacrifice is a tax-efficient way to boost your employees’ pensions. James Alesbury of HWB Chartered Accountants talks us through the details

Small Business Online Accounting Software

Elizabeth Page

Finding the perfect online accounting software for your business can be tricky with so many providers available to choose from. Here's our guide.

What Could Replace Annual Appraisals?

Stuart Hearn

Companies are beginning to move away from annual appraisals towards continuous performance management. But what does this mean for employee pay and bonuses?

The Impact of the Uber Ruling on the Gig Economy

Michelle Last

Uber's defeat in a recent employment tribunal will have a huge impact on the company, but what are the wider implications for the gig economy as a whole?

Employment and Supply Contracts

Emma Meakin

Terms and conditions are a key part of an employment contract but can be overlooked. We explain the common terms and issues to consider before signing

Not Sure What to Pay Staff?

Marcia Smith

Read our rundown of all the things you need to consider when calculating the cost of hiring a new employee. It could impact salary levels.

So Your Job is Ending - What Pay do You Get?

Marcia Smith

Your employer's obligations for payments when employment ends - pay for severance, gardening leave and notice period.

How to Keep Your Staff When Money is Tight

Marcia Smith

Are you an SME and struggling to find finance to pay an employee? We have a few options so you can keep them on the payroll.

How Much Profit are Directors Entitled to?

Marcia Smith

Fleximize explains the way that directors are awarded company profits, and importantly how much they are entitled to. Read our brief guide to learn more

PAYE Forms Explained: P45, P60 and P11D

The Fleximize Team

There are several PAYE forms which a business needs to complete on behalf of their employees. We explain the main 3 in our hand guide to P45, P60 and P11D

Are Pay Slips Compulsory?

Marcia Smith

It's Pay Day, so where do you stand legally on your current processes? By not providing a pay slip are you breaking the law? Here are the facts...

What is the Construction Industry Scheme?

Marcia Smith

Fleximize explains what the Construction Industry Scheme is, and what it means for self-employed workers in the construction industry. Find out more here

Employee Salaries: Standard Rates

Marcia Smith

Salaries are such an important factor in keeping your employees motivated. But just how should you work out what to pay your staff?

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