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Payroll Cut-Off Template

Use this as a baseline for weekly or monthly cycles. We’ll tailor it during onboarding.

  • Timesheets/variations due: T-2 working days
  • QA & approvals: T-1 working day
  • Payslips published: Payday (T)
  • RTI submission: On/just before payday

New Starter Checklist

Minimise delays by sending these details with each starter.

  • Full name, DOB, address, email
  • NI number (if known), starter declaration / P45
  • Start date, job title, location, pay rate/hours
  • Tax code (if provided), student loan status
  • Bank details for payroll

Leaver Checklist

Ensure final pay and documents are issued cleanly.

  • Leaving date & final working day
  • Outstanding holiday/overtime adjustments
  • Forwarding email for P45 queries (optional)
  • Asset deductions/allowances (if any)

FAQ: When are payslips released?

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Typically on payday after approvals. We can publish earlier for review if required.

FAQ: Do you send RTI receipts?

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Yes—FPS/EPS receipts and correlation IDs are archived with each period’s pack.

FAQ: Can we change cut-off times?

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Absolutely—we’ll agree a calendar around your operations and bank holidays.