The great thing about the information and technology age is that time consuming and cumbersome processes have been greatly simplified. We can find tools to do just about anything, even simplify complex tasks like payroll. The software for creating and managing payroll it is an important element for any modern SME. Let's see a little about its main features and the most used tools.
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What is payroll software?
A payroll software is a computer tool developed specifically for the management of worker payrolls. These tools have solutions to create, modify or register the payroll of a company's workers. They offer the calculation of all the sections of a payroll:
- gross duel
- Net income
- Deductions
- Withholdings
- Income tax payment to Social Security
- Taxes.
These tools have been developed to automate the calculation of payroll and salary for workers. They offer the breakdown of withholdings, taxes and others, simplifying the management of the employer.
More advanced tools for payroll and social security management offer quotes, certifications, salary payments, contracts, and more. The highest quality tools are usually paid, but some free tools may be enough if we are just starting out.
On-premises or cloud tools?
It is a good idea to bet on cloud tools, because of the advantages it offers. On-premises software requires a significant upfront investment, while the cloud solution is simple.
Local software requires licenses, as well as a system of servers and backup systems. Crucial data is handled that cannot be lost or filtered and for this reason a robust backup system is required. Then there are the updates that paralyze the activity for a certain time. And for continued support or updates, you have to pay a fee.
This is why many turn to cloud tools. First of all, have a low initial outlay, they receive constant updates, they are simple, they do not require maintenance by those who hire them, they are multi-device and the backup copies are available in the cloud. Its main negative point is that you have to pay a fee every month and that the data is not stored on our own servers, unless we make a copy ourselves.
The best payroll management software
Sage Payroll Plus
Currently this tool is the most widely used and is managed by Sage. This is one of the most important companies in terms of business management software. NominaPlus is considered the most complete tool for payroll management and is compatible with the Cret@ system.
Gabilos
It has a version that allows you to manage two companies and another that allows you to manage as many companies as you want. There is no limit number of workers in either version. It adapts to any Spanish labor regime and has support for Cret @ and RED.
Factorial Payroll
This payroll manager is automatic and completely free. Allows you to separate payslips from a single PDF. All the workers' pay slips can be uploaded in the same PDF and the tool will separate them, identifying the names and identity document of the worker.
Easy payroll
This software has a simple to use interface. It adapts to numerous labor regimes, especially the maritime and agricultural regimes. It is also integrated with the Cret@ system and the Social Security RED system.
a3 Advisor
This Wolters Kluwer Software, in addition to managing payroll, also allows the management of fiscal and accounting aspects. It is designed to be collaborative and enables integration with other parts of the business.
Altai
Focused on consultancies that develop payrolls. It allows you to add data easily, perform calculations automatically and has support for massive changes or variations.
PayrollSol
Free online payroll tool, and for many it becomes almost as good as paid tools. It allows you to manage contracts, settlements, maturities, and more.
