Simple HMRC-recognised payroll software

Simplify HMRC reporting, everyday tasks and business admin with HMRC-recognised payroll software.

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HMRC requirements sorted

Use HMRC payroll software to simplify compliance.

Automated online payroll

Pay employees online, in just a few clicks.

Fast pension re-enrolment

Save time with automated pension re-enrollment.

HMRC requirements sorted

Xero uses HMRC-recognised payroll software. Simplify compliance and make business easy.

  • Included
    Keep accurate digital records about pay
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    Submit payment and deduction details to HMRC each payday
HMRC-recognised payroll software is shown on a Xero dashboard. The currency is in pounds.

Automated online payroll

Pay employees in just a few clicks using Xero's HMRC-recognised PAYE software. Payroll data updates your accounts automatically.

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    Automatic tax, pensions and leave calculations
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    Flexible pay calendars, tax and pay rates
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    Email payslips and let employees view them online
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Employee self-service

Reduce payroll admin and save time by giving your employees access via the free Xero Me mobile app or the web app.

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    Let staff submit leave requests and timesheets for review
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    Allow employees to view leave balances and payslips
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    Use the Xero Me mobile app or web portal
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Fast pension re-enrolment

Eliminate the admin burden and save time with automated pension re-enrolment in Xero’s HMRC-recognised payroll software.

  • Included
    Automatically assess and enrol employees
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    Reduce manual processing to reduce the risk or errors
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    Secure integration with pension providers
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More about HMRC payroll software

When you enable automatic enrolment and re-enrolment in Xero, eligible employees are enrolled in your workplace pension, and contributions are deducted from their pay. Xero sends data directly to Nest or The People’s Pension, or lets you submit a file to another provider.

When you enable automatic enrolment and re-enrolment in Xero, eligible employees are enrolled in your workplace pension, and contributions are deducted from their pay. Xero sends data directly to Nest or The People’s Pension, or lets you submit a file to another provider.

View a wide range of payroll reports to get valuable information on payroll activity, transactions, remuneration and pension contributions.

View a wide range of payroll reports to get valuable information on payroll activity, transactions, remuneration and pension contributions.

Add Xero HMRC-recognised payroll software to your Xero subscription for £5 a month for up to 5 payroll employees, then £1 for each additional employee per month.

Add Xero HMRC-recognised payroll software to your Xero subscription for £5 a month for up to 5 payroll employees, then £1 for each additional employee per month.

Plans to suit your business

All pricing plans cover the accounting essentials, with room to grow.

Starter

Usually £15

Now £3.75

GBP per month

Save £67.50 over 6 months

Standard

Usually £30

Now £7.50

GBP per month

Save £135 over 6 months

Premium

Usually £42

Now £10.50

GBP per month

Save £189 over 6 months

Ultimate

Usually £55

Now £13.75

GBP per month

Save £247.50 over 6 months

Start using Xero for free

Access Xero features for 30 days, then decide which plan best suits your business.

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    Safe and secure
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    Cancel any time
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    24/7 online support

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