IRIS Payroll Business

Review:

IRIS Payroll Business is an affordable payroll software developed specifically for U.K. businesses with up to 100 employees. Its key features include a detailed absence and holiday diary, online filing and compliance tools, and unlimited phone and online support. Businesses also benefit from an in-depth reporting functionality.

While IRIS Payroll Business is a strong option for small U.K.-based businesses, it is not suitable for U.S.-based companies as it lacks features specific to payroll processing in the U.S., such as multistate payroll and W-2 form preparation. Great alternatives for small businesses in the U.S. include Gusto and TriNet Zenefits.

Pros:

• Businesses can use the software to file forms, including P45s, with Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) services.
• The software is compliant with Automatic Enrolment and RTI legislation.
• The in-depth reporting functionality lets employers track employee data and generate comprehensive, customized reports.
• The software calculates PAYE, NI, and other U.K. statutory payments.
• There is unlimited phone and online customer support available.
• Users can process multiple payments and deductions and receive automatic month-end P32 summary updates.

Cons:

• The platform's pricing is not readily available on its website.
• The software is designed for businesses in the U.K. and is not suitable for U.S.-based companies.
• IRIS Payroll Business does not feature built-in timesheets or an employee database.

Reputation:

While online reviews of IRIS Payroll Business are limited, IRIS Software has a 3.7-star rating based on more than 1,000 reviews on TrustPilot. While users generally found the software to be user-friendly and praised the customer service, some expressed dissatisfaction with the company's responsiveness.