Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Payroll Services in Ripon
1st Choice Payroll was founded in 2003 by Shaun Puttock and Lynne Davis, drawing on decades of experience from a large payroll department. We moved from a small office to larger premises as our client base expanded, and in 2016, Lisa Tilburn joined to ensure continued growth after Lynnes retirement. Our team holds qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) up to masters level, reflecting our deep expertise. We process over 200 payrolls monthly, covering weekly, fortnightly, and four-weekly cycles, and maintain BACS Approved Bureau status. Our services include payroll input, reporting, software implementation, audits, and pension auto-enrolment.With over 61 years of collective experience, we prioritise accuracy, compliance, and tailored client support. Our clients range from small businesses to industry leaders employing over 250 staff. We actively seek client feedback to enhance our offerings and ensure alignment with evolving needs. Our ISO-certified processes and focus on legislative updates ensure clients remain compliant without internal payroll management burdens. We are committed to transparency, no hidden fees, and delivering cost-effective solutions that allow businesses to focus on growth.
Services
Payroll Processing
BACS Payments
Pension Auto Enrolment
Management Reporting
Payroll Audit
RTI Submissions
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We hold CIPP qualifications up to masters level for expert payroll management.
- We process over 200 payrolls monthly with BACS-approved systems.
- Our team has over 61 years of combined payroll experience.
- We ensure compliance with real-time legislative updates.
- We offer tailored reporting and secure employee portals.
Associations and certifications
- BACS Approved Bureau
- Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP)
Services
Payroll Processing
We handle complete payroll processing, including statutory leave, sick pay, overtime, and deductions. Our system ensures accurate, timely employee payments while complying with HMRC regulations. Clients benefit from detailed reports and secure employee portals.
BACS Payments
As a BACS Approved Bureau, we facilitate secure, cost-effective salary and supplier payments via direct bank transfers. This service ensures predictable cash flow and eliminates physical transactions, with full payment confirmation reports provided.
Pension Auto Enrolment
We manage pension auto-enrolment requirements, ensuring adherence to legislative mandates. Our service includes contribution calculations, employee communication, and submission of required documentation to pension providers and HMRC.
Management Reporting
We provide customisable management reports for strategic decision-making, including payroll breakdowns and HMRC payment summaries. These reports are tailored to client-specific needs, aiding financial planning and operational efficiency.
RTI Submissions
We submit Real Time Information returns to HMRC, including Full Payment Submissions and Employer Payment Submissions. This ensures compliance with tax code updates and student loan adjustments without client intervention.
People
Shaun Puttock
Co-Founder
With decades of payroll experience, Shaun co-founded 1st Choice Payroll in 2003. He focuses on compliance and process innovation, ensuring clients meet legislative requirements with minimal administrative burden.
Lisa Tilburn
Director
Lisa joined in 2016, bringing prior collaboration experience with founders Shaun and Lynne. She drives business growth while maintaining the high standards of service established by the founding team.
Questions
What payroll services do you offer?
We provide full payroll processing, BACS payments, pension auto-enrolment, RTI submissions, and custom management reporting tailored to your business needs.
Are you compliant with current legislation?
Yes, we ensure all payroll processes meet HMRC requirements, including real-time reporting and pension auto-enrolment, with proactive updates on legislative changes.
How do BACS payments work?
We process your payroll, send an electronic file to BACS, and funds transfer to employees’ accounts on your nominated date, with payment confirmation reports provided.
Can you handle businesses of all sizes?
We support businesses with workforces ranging from small teams to companies employing over 250 staff, offering scalable and flexible solutions.
Do you offer employee self-service portals?
Yes, we provide secure portals for employees to access payslips and P60 documents, reducing printing and postage costs for clients.
How do you ensure data security?
We adhere to BACS Bureau standards, including regular audits of physical security, IT systems, and operational processes to safeguard client data.
