Payroll software that doesn’t put you to work

Payroll software that pays staff on time, every time. Set up payees once to make every pay run a walk in the park.

The pay run screen shows a list of employees with the option to include them in the current pay run.

Everything in one place

Store documents online for quick access. Capture bills and receipts via email, or scan files from your mobile.

Automate your admin

Connect Xero to your bank for automatic bank feeds. Easily sync bank and financial information.

Collaborate in real time

Work online with your accountant, bookkeeper or employees. Leave comments, discuss data and stay connected to your team.

HMRC requirements sorted

Xero’s payroll software for small business is HMRC-recognised and simplifies compliance with HMRC payroll reporting requirements.

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    RTI (real-time information) submissions are automated
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    Xero submits your payroll details to HMRC after each pay run, helping make sure you file on time
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    Any adjustments are a breeze
In the payroll software, the names of selected employees and the amount they are to be paid are ticked.

Automated payroll calculations

Pay employees in just a few clicks with Xero’s payroll system. Your Xero accounts are automatically updated with payroll data so your payroll records and reports stay up to date.

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    Automatic calculation of tax, pensions and leave
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    Flexible pay calendars and pay rates
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    Payslips are instantly available to employees in the Xero Me employee portal, or can be shared securely via email
Employee pay details including type, salary, earning YTD and next payday display in Xero’s UK payroll software.

Employee self-service

Reduce admin and save time by giving your employees self-service access to Xero Me so they can manage their own work-related admin in app, on the go, or from a web browser.

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    Your staff can access their own payslips
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    Employees can view leave balances and submit leave requests or timesheets on the go
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    Authorised employees can review and approve leave requests and timesheets
Employees using the Xero self-service payroll app, Xero Me.

Plans to suit your business

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

Ignite

Usually £16

Now £1.60

GBP per month

Save £86.40 over 6 months

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Grow

Usually £33

Now £3.30

GBP per month

Save £178.20 over 6 months

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Comprehensive

Usually £47

Now £4.70

GBP per month

Save £253.80 over 6 months

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Ultimate

Usually £59

Now £5.90

GBP per month

Save £318.60 over 6 months

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Start using payroll for free

Access all 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

Or compare plans from £16 per month

Cloud-based accounting software for a healthy business. Start using Xero for free