Payroll Solutions

This space is dedicated to simplifying your financial journey by providing you with efficient, contractor-tailored FCSA certified payroll solutions. Discover our partnership with industry-leading provider, Umbrella.co.uk. Learn about our preferential rates and the benefits of building employment tenure, and explore our preferred supplier list of FCSA Accredited Members.

As an FCSA Recruitment Partner - our aim is to maximise your take-home pay (legally) while ensuring a smooth, flexible contracting experience. Dive in to learn more about our offerings and how they can benefit you.

Umbrella.co.uk

As a temporary worker whose assignment falls with IR35, to maximise a temporary workers take-home pay, we have partnered with umbrella.co.uk - who are FCSA accredited, the highest standard of financial accreditation.

Umbrella.co.uk is one of the leading umbrella companies in the marketplace, run by qualified accountants. Working as approved suppliers to the majority of agencies in the UK, including Business Smart Solutions, this means our contractors never need to switch. Don't just take our word for it, our customers have rated us as 'Excellent' on review sites.

We offer preferential rates, the opportunity of building employment tenure and allow contractors to benefit from all the rights of being employed, whilst enjoying the flexibility of contracting.

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Fast, free and easy set up in minutes
Multiple daily payroll runs to ensure that you get paid on time
Easy online submission of timesheets and legitimate expenses
Flexible pension options
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Our 'Preferred Supplier'

At BSS we are committed to providing our contractors with efficient and effective payroll solutions. In partnership with umbrella.co.uk, we offer you the advantage of secure employment combined with the freedom of contracting, all at an exclusive rate.

Navigate through the complexities of IR35 with our expert advisors, benefit from the flexibility, build your employment tenure, and enjoy preferential rates.

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Directory Of Accredited Members

The Directory of Members is a comprehensive listing of FCSA Accredited Members; umbrella employers, limited company advisors, and self-employed and CIS contractor providers, that have been tested for compliance with the FCSA Codes.

You can search by company name or by accredited service when looking for a professional employment services provider for your contractor workforce. To ensure that your supply chain is robust as it can be, check they’re an FCSA Accredited Member.

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Trusted Partners

Beyond our primary partnership with Umbrella.co.uk, we are proud to collaborate with a select group of trusted umbrella companies, handpicked for their reliability, compliance, FCSA Certification and exceptional service standards. Our second-tier umbrella partners include:


Each of these partners has been carefully selected for their dedication to service excellence and compliance within the recruitment sector.

ICS Accounting - Offering personalised accounting solutions that combine technology with a human touch, ICS Accounting ensures your financial matters are handled with utmost care and professionalism: https://www.icsuk.com
Bright Sky Contracting - Specialising in contractor payroll services, Bright Sky Contracting delivers transparent, efficient, and compliant payroll solutions tailored to the unique needs of public sector contractors: https://www.brightskycontracting.co.uk
PayStream - With a strong focus on compliance and user-friendly processes, PayStream offers a range of payroll services designed to make life easier for contractors and freelancers: https://www.paystream.co.uk
Parasol - As one of the UK's leading umbrella companies, Parasol is committed to providing hassle-free payroll services, empowering you to focus on what you do best: https://parasolgroup.co.uk

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