Our services
Payroll excellence
Providing clarity and confidence in the complex world of payroll
As one of the most critical functions in any business, payroll often receives attention only when there’s a problem or a system upgrade is needed, typically happening once every 10 years. This lack of regular attention leaves many unsure about how to approach a payroll change and, given its importance, there’s little room for mistakes. To navigate this challenge effectively, you need a reliable partner to offer support and guidance throughout the process.
How we can help you
Navigate the complexities
We get it – payroll is an important and complex process, often overlooked. Are you struggling internally to get the buy in you need to take it to the next level?
With a passion for payroll, we fully grasp the intricacies and complexities that surround it. Paying people isn’t a simple task, and neither is implementing changes within the payroll function or its ecosystem. We understand that the complexity can often be overlooked, making it challenging to gain buy-in for investing in the operating model – from systems and processes to ways of working and the people themselves. We are here to support you and ensure you gain the necessary business buy-in, regardless of the scale of the change.
We have a deep expertise in the world of payroll, equipping us with the depth of knowledge and tools to develop a robust strategy for the future alongside you. With insight and a vast network within payroll, we are well-versed in the considerations, pitfalls, and options and how to explore and implement them.
Taking a flexible and tailored approach to your needs
Are you feeling like your biggest challenges are difficult to overcome in payroll because of the bespoke nature of your business’ requirements?
We believe in a flexible approach that can be tailored to your unique needs, ensuring we establish the right solutions for you and your business. Remaining system agnostic is at the core of our philosophy, enabling us to recommend options that genuinely align with your business objectives.
Our partnership goes beyond mere recommendations. We work hand in hand with you and your team to implement the changes seamlessly, minimising risks and ensuring a successful transformation. Let’s work together to optimise your payroll function, provide clarity from chaos and pave the way for a successful future.
What makes us fundamentally different:
We have been around payroll for years, so we have the expertise to develop a strategy for your future.
We have great insight and a large network within payroll, so we know the things to consider and the options to explore.
We are passionate about payroll, its importance within an organisation and we’ll do all we can to raise its profile.
We believe in partnering with you and your team to implement the changes and minimise risk.
We flex and tailor the approach to suit your needs and identify a fit-for-purpose solution.
We are systems agnostic, so we have no hidden agenda when it comes to finding the right tools and solutions for you.
Meet our team of experts
Chris Kirby
Senior Manager
Jo Funnell
Manager
Simon Puryer
Executive Director, Practive Lead Payroll
Adam Morris
Senior Manager
Tricia Conway
Senior Manager
Adrian Axtell
Senior Manager
Areej Abutaleb
Consultant
Our top client story
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The rise of globalised multijurisdictional payroll
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LACEr Simon makes the Reward 300 list for 2023!
At LACE we’re proud of our people and when they are recognised for the hard work they put in we like to shout about it. That’s why we’re delighted that our very own Simon Puryer has been recognised in the Reward 300 list for 2023. The list, made up of influential...
We talk Payroll – optimisation, expansion, the future and much more
In May we hosted the latest of our regular payroll community forums. Senior Payroll professionals from a wide variety of industry sectors regularly join us to discuss everything from optimisation (when, how and how much?) to ownership and reach, debating the current...
On demand webinar: How modern HR & Payroll systems drive operational efficiency
Chris Kirby was asked to provide some insight on a panel with our friends from SD Worx, in the second of a foundational series looking at the challenges that both HR and Payroll teams face - from complexity and cost, as well as compliance. If you'd like to find out...
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