Apt Payroll Services

Simple, Reliable Payroll Support

Welcome to people-centred payroll: fixed-fee, stress-free, compliance-focused support with real human service.

Reliable Local Payroll Provider for Somerset Businesses and Beyond

Based in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, Apt Payroll Services supports local businesses with all aspects of payroll administration, including:

  • Statutory pay (including holiday, sick and parental leave pay)

  • National Insurance contributions

  • Pension administration and contributions

  • Bonuses and deductions

  • HMRC changes

  • Construction Industry Scheme administration

With a transparent fixed-fee structure and diligent attention to detail, Apt Payroll Services is your one-stop shop for all your payroll needs.

Whether you’re a small business or a growing firm, let Apt handle the numbers while you work on the business - find out how we can support your payroll administration here.

your missing piece…

Our CIPP-accredited professionals will help you…

Number one

Simplify your payroll process to reduce stress and maximise efficiency

Number two

Meet your workplace auto-enrolment pension duties

Number three

Ensure HMRC has your submissions in line with the deadlines

Is Your Business Outside of Somerset?

We can help. While we’re based in Somerset, our modern approach and digital payroll processes ensure we can meet your needs anywhere in the UK.

What You Can Expect From Apt Payroll Services

The Apt Payroll team, led by Director Richard Costello, a Member of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals, tailors every business’s payroll processes to their requirements.

Here’s what you can expect from Apt Payroll Services:

  • Personalised service

  • Transparent fixed fees

  • Stringent data protection

  • Up-to-date expertise on changes to rules and legislation

Richard has been a fantastic support to our business…responsive, helpful and reliable.
— Brigstow Family Law

Get more time back and save on staffing and resources - Apt will take care of your payroll processes.

Why Outsource Payroll?

Payroll administration is its own area of expertise, and keeping up with those repetitive processes can take a chunk of your time and resources away from developing your business.

What are the Benefits of outsourcing payroll administration?

  • Free up your HR and finance teams

  • Get peace of mind from reliable accuracy and compliance

  • Save on in-house payroll software, training, and staff time

  • Reduce your risk of penalties triggered by late or incorrect filings

  • Specialist expertise and advanced payroll software offer better accuracy and reporting

We have years of experience providing top-quality payroll support to local businesses. With Apt, you get precision, compliance, and peace of mind - every time.

We bring payroll expertise so you can focus on your business. Some of our payroll services for employers include:

  • Calculating relevant tax and National Insurance Contribution deductions

  • Online delivery of payslips and P60s to employees

  • Processing all types of statutory pay

Employer Payroll Services


Payroll Services for Accountants

Outsource your payroll administration to a dedicated team of experts and streamline your accountancy services.

We offer white-labelling services and manage payroll communication, logistics and compliance so you can focus on what you do best for your clients.


Perfect for small or growing businesses, we offer free tools to help track holidays and collect new starter details.

Free Payroll Resources