CIS Payroll Services and Support for Contractors of Every Size
Our CIS payroll services help construction businesses manage subcontractor payments, calculate deductions and maintain accurate payroll records in line with HMRC requirements. Whether you work with a small team or manage multiple subcontractors, we provide reliable support tailored to your business needs.
From verifying subcontractors and processing CIS deductions to preparing monthly HMRC returns and maintaining essential records, our specialist team helps keep your payroll processes organised, accurate and compliant. With ongoing administrative support, you can reduce paperwork, save valuable time and focus on managing your construction projects.
Who we support
Main contractors
Accurate payments, deductions and statements across multiple sites and large subcontractor teams.
Small and mid-size firms
Specialist CIS payroll without an in-house team.
Building and renovation firms
Weekly or monthly subcontractor pay on a fixed timetable.
Civil engineering companies
Larger payrolls and strict record-keeping, with a clean audit trail.
Specialist trades
Electrical, plumbing, groundworks and roofing payroll done properly every time.
Growing workforces
A service that scales with your headcount and the seasons.
CIS payroll management
- Subcontractor payroll on your schedule
- Subcontractor verification with HMRC before first payment
- Deductions calculated on the labour element only
- Deduction statements issued to each subcontractor
- Monthly CIS returns filed on time
- Payslips for subcontractors and PAYE employees
- New starter and leaver processing
- Error correction and HMRC query handling
Deduction rates at a glance
| Subcontractor Status | Deduction Rate |
|---|---|
| Registered | 20% |
| Unregistered | 30% |
| Gross payment status | 0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Let’s Discuss Your Requirements
Have a question about our services? Speak with our team to discuss your engagement, deadlines and the support you need.
What Is CIS Payroll, and how Is It Different From Standard Payroll?
CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) payroll covers payments made to subcontractors in the construction industry, unlike standard PAYE payroll, which covers employees. As a contractor, you deduct tax from the labour element of each subcontractor’s payment, pay it to HMRC, file a monthly return and issue deduction statements. CIS and PAYE payroll can be run together, so a business with both employees and subcontractors can manage everything through one process. We calculate the deductions, prepare the statements and handle the returns, so your team can focus on its projects.
When are CIS Monthly Returns Due?
CIS monthly returns are due by the 19th of the month after each tax month, which runs from the 6th to the 5th. If you paid no subcontractors in a period, you may still need to file a nil return. We track every deadline, prepare the return from your verified payment data and file it for you, so you avoid late-filing penalties and unnecessary HMRC queries.
What If I Pay a Subcontractor Before Verifying them?
If you pay a subcontractor before verifying them, you will not know the correct deduction rate, and HMRC can hold you responsible for any shortfall. Deduction rates differ depending on the subcontractor’s status: 20% for registered, 30% for unregistered and 0% for those with gross payment status. To avoid this risk, we verify every subcontractor with HMRC before the first payment is made and record the outcome, so the right rate is applied from the start.
What do you Need from us Each Pay Period?
Each pay period, we need the hours or agreed amounts for each subcontractor, the split between labour and materials, any VAT, and details of starters and leavers. With this information we calculate the deductions, prepare payment and deduction statements and update your records. If anything is unclear or missing, we raise it with you before the figures are finalised.
Do you Verify Subcontractors with HMRC for us?
Yes. We verify each subcontractor before their first payment and confirm their status and deduction rate. Records of every verification are kept, so you have a clear audit trail.
Can you Run CIS and PAYE Payroll Together?
Yes. We can manage subcontractor payments and PAYE employees in one service, including new starter and leaver processing. This is useful for construction businesses that have office staff, site managers or directly employed workers alongside subcontractors. You get a single, consistent process, with CIS deductions, payslips, statements and returns all handled together. It reduces duplicated work, keeps your records in one place and makes it easier to meet both PAYE and CIS deadlines.
Do you Support Small Firms as Well as Large Contractors?
Yes. We support main contractors, small and mid-size firms, building and renovation companies, civil engineering firms and specialist trades such as electrical, plumbing, groundworks and roofing. Whether you pay a handful of subcontractors or manage a growing workforce across several sites, we scale the service to fit your needs. You get the same verification, deduction and reporting standards, whatever the size of your business.
Can you Pay Subcontractors Weekly as well as Monthly?
Yes. We run subcontractor payroll on your schedule, including weekly or monthly pay on a fixed timetable. Each pay run follows the same steps: verification, deduction calculation and statements, so subcontractors are paid accurately and on time. Whatever schedule you choose, we keep your monthly CIS return on track, so the 19th deadline is never missed.