FAQ’s

Have a payroll related question? Here are the answers to our most frequently asked questions.

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Do I have to sign a long-term contract?

There’s no contract – just pay from month-to-month. You can cancel at any time without any penalties.

What if I need to add more employees?

Adding employees at any time is easy. We will automatically update your monthly price based on the number of people you pay that month.

Do I need to download any software to run Payescape payroll?

No, you don’t need to download anything to use Payescape. You can access your payroll online at any time from any browser enabled device. This includes computers, tablets and smartphones.

Can you help with Auto Enrolment?

Yes. We have several options ranging from full management of your auto enrolment to providing reports for your pension provider.

How do my Employees get paid?

We’ll pay your employees through BACS or provide you a file for Internet Banking. Your employees will be able to access PDF copies of their pay details, change their address and bank details and even request holidays through our system.

Who pays my taxes to the HMRC?

We do. Payescape becomes your agent for the HMRC which means we handle ALL your tax payments, year-end reporting and answer any questions the HMRC has about your company.

How does your customer service work?

You can call us from 9-5 Monday to Friday or email us anytime. We have a 98% client retention rate, so great customer service is paramount to us. We will aim to answer any questions as soon as possible and within 24 hours. All our staff are certified by the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP), so you’re in good hands.

Can you do International Payroll?

No, but our sister company Blue Marble handles payroll for over 90 countries. Click here to find out more.

Once I’m signed up how long does it take to go live with Payescape?

Implementation is quick and painless. We’ll do all the hard work! We just need your current employee and company information. Client set-up is dependant on your company size. Small organisations can be set-up in a matter of hours whereas larger organisations it could take several weeks.

Does Payescape integrate with other software?

Yes. We have many integrations already set up with Time Management Software, Accounting Software and HR software. Our solution can also accept files in CSV format.

How long does it take to run a payroll?

We have made it very easy to run payroll. Depending on your employee size and complexity it could take less than a minute.

Are updates and maintenance to Payescape included in the price?

Yes. We don’t charge for maintenance or upgrades to our software. So you’ll benefit of the developments we have planned for the future without paying extra.

What size of company do you service?

We have companies ranging from 1 employee up to 5000+ employees and everything in between. Our solution is completely scalable to your needs.

What’s included when I sign up?

It’s all included! We don’t charge extra for our services. Here’s a list of what we’ll do for you:

  • Payroll
  • Designated payroll professional assigned to each customer’s payroll
  • Accurate payroll processing on time every time
  • Gross-to-net and Net-to-Gross calculations
  • 3rd Party integration into Time Management and Accounting Software
  • Statutory payments and Recovery calculations (SPP, SMP, SPP, ShPP, SAP)
  • Processing of court orders, CSAs, Student Loans
  • Full management of Auto Enrolment Pension available
  • RTI electronic submissions to HMRC each pay period (HMRC compliant)
  • Benefit in Kind reporting
  • BACS transmissions for employees’ net pay and HMRC payments
  • Third-party BACS payments plus reports (unions/AEOs/Pensions etc.)
  • Employee payment details (print and distribution)
  • Online Employee Self Service Portal
  • P45 issued (print and distribution)
  • Detailed Payroll reports each pay period, to include
  • Payroll Summary report + Analysis breakdown report
  • HMRC payment summary report (P32)
  • Parental payment reports (SMP/SPP/SAP) + AEO reports
  • Tolerance reports available (percentage or value-based)
  • Employee audit reports (including permanent and variable data input)
  • Bespoke reports available based on clients’ business needs
  • General ledger journals available for automatic integration for different Accounts packages

“As a customer I felt fully supported, valued and confident that Timescape & Payescape were the right provider for our needs. I would have no trouble in recommending both services to friends, customers and suppliers. With their support all of our staff were paid and on time.”

Kelly Alison

“Customer service with Payescape is brilliant. All the staff are so helpful and efficient and provide a great service. I would recommend to anyone who isn't experienced in payroll, as it makes the payroll process very quick and easy.”

Viking Direct

“PayEscape are one of the best! Having used some of the many other payroll companies out there over the years, I can honestly say they are without a doubt one of the most attentive, helpful and inventive. There is always someone on hand to help and quickly get any issues resolved in good time!”

Yves Mathurin

“The move across was made easy with a dedicated team member to help with any queries and training. Customer support replies to queries quickly and the system is straightforward to use. It is so much better than our previous provider.”

Leatherhead

“Set up and onboarding was relatively easy with a great team always available to support and guide along the way. System is easy to navigate and use even for someone like me who has not previously had any experience of processing payroll”

Robert Baillie

“My experience with Payescape has been, and continues to be, outstanding. Having first used their services in a previous employment, Payescape were the 'goto' Payroll & HR provider for my new company. All the staff are knowledgeable, helpful and professional and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.”

Ann Harding

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