Discover how Halspan streamlined payroll, BACS payments & HMRC compliance with PayCheck

Client Overview

Industry: Fire Door Safety Manufacturing
Company Size: Small to Medium-Sized Business (SME)
Service: Fully Managed Payroll Bureau, BACS Payments, Auto Enrolment & HMRC Compliance

When Halspan needed a new payroll provider in the UK at short notice, they required a trusted payroll partner capable of managing a complex payroll implementation without disruption to employees, compliance, or business operations. PayCheck delivered a swift, professional onboarding process and continues to provide a reliable, expert-led payroll service that supports Halspan’s growing business.

About Halspan

Halspan is a pioneer in fire door safety, helping manufacturers, specifiers, and building professionals deliver compliant fire door solutions. With a strong reputation for innovation and safety, Halspan requires dependable business partners that can support critical functions with accuracy, expertise, and professionalism.

The Challenge: A Complex Payroll Transition on a Tight Timescale

At the start of the 2023/24 tax year, Halspan needed to implement a new payroll solution quickly while ensuring continuity for employees and maintaining full compliance with payroll legislation.

Key challenges included:

• Transitioning multiple payrolls within a short timeframe
• Managing payroll complexities without disrupting employees
• Ensuring accurate BACS payments
• Maintaining HMRC reporting compliance
• Managing pension submissions to NEST
• Finding a provider that could offer both technology and expert support

For the Finance Director, the priority was clear: a smooth implementation with no missed deadlines and complete confidence in payroll accuracy.

The Solution: Seamless Onboarding Process

PayCheck team worked closely with Halspan from the very first enquiry through to implementation and ongoing payroll management.

Rapid and Professional Onboarding

Despite the tight timeframe, PayCheck successfully onboarded Halspan at the start of the new tax year.

The implementation included:

• Payroll data migration
• Multiple payroll setup
• Employee onboarding
• HMRC configuration
• NEST pension integration
• BACS payment arrangements

Result: A seamless transition without disruption to payroll operations.

Dedicated Payroll Team Support

Following payroll implementation, Halspan was assigned a dedicated payroll team, including:

• A named Payroll Administrator in the UK
• Team leaders for additional support
• Specialist Auto Enrolment experts

This structured approach ensured continuity, responsiveness, and a strong understanding of Halspan’s payroll requirements.

Complete Payroll Compliance Management

PayCheck manages all key payroll compliance responsibilities for Halspan, including:

• PAYE submissions to HMRC
• National Insurance reporting
• Pension contribution submissions to NEST
• Auto Enrolment administration
• Legislative payroll compliance

Result: Reduced compliance risk and greater peace of mind for the finance team.

Cloud-Based Payroll Software with Human Expertise

Halspan benefits from PayCheck’s secure payroll technology platform, including:

Employer Portal

A secure online platform for:

• Payroll data upload
• Payroll review
• Online approval processes
• Secure communication

Employee Portal

Providing employees with:

• Secure access to payslips
• Payroll notifications
• Historic payroll information

Unlike software-only payroll providers, PayCheck combines advanced payroll technology with direct access to experienced payroll specialists, all backed by our 3 Ring Promise, ensuring your calls are answered by a payroll expert within three rings.

Result: Greater efficiency, security, and control without sacrificing personal service.