Avoid common PAYE mistakes

Introduction

All employers are required by law to collect taxes due from their employees through the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system for payment to HM Revenue & Customs.

Mistakes on forms can delay the process unnecessarily. It's hard to eliminate human error, but adopting good habits can avoid mistakes.

This guide will explain the common mistakes and how to eliminate them.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Employed or self-employed
• Forms checklist
• Calculations checklist - does it all add up?
• Special deductions and payments checklist