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Simplify Umbrella's PAYE solution passes Audit

Simplify Business is proud to announce that we have recently been audited by Shorterm (Specialist Recruitment Agency for Engineers) and following a positive result we are now one of their Preferred Umbrella Providers.

 

Simplify’s PAYE Umbrella service has been found to be at or above Shorterm’s standards within the following categories:

Demonstration of on-going payments to HMRC

Safe and secure collection of confidential data

Correct calculation of tax and NI

Compliant off-setting of expenses against HMRC guidelines

 

The audit looked at our internal processes and procedures to ensure that we are offering value for money to Shorterm’s contractors. 

 

Our Managing Director, Emma Hainsworth said that “Simplify are very pleased to be working with Shorterm as we feel they are a Recruitment Agency which share our values of professionalism and excellent service to their clients.



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