Cloud payroll software built for compliance-driven work
BrightPay is cloud-based payroll software designed to support accurate payroll processing, legislative alignment, and scalable workflows for UK- and Ireland-based accountants, payroll bureaus, and small & medium enterprises (SMEs). It helps users manage payroll confidently in a secure environment, without unnecessary complexity or manual risk.
Whether you process payroll for multiple clients or manage payroll in-house, BrightPay adapts to the way you work while keeping pace with changing legislation.
What Is BrightPay?
BrightPay is a cloud payroll platform that supports end-to-end payroll processing and compliance-aligned workflows. It combines automated calculations, automatic legislative updates, secure data hosting, and multi-user collaboration in one cloud-based environment.
BrightPay is designed to reduce payroll risk, improve accuracy, and support scalable payroll workflows for both professional practices and businesses.
Who BrightPay Is For
Accountants & Payroll Bureaus
Built for practices managing multiple payroll clients, deadlines, and compliance obligations. BrightPay supports high-volume processing, multi-user collaboration, bureau workflows, and integration with the wider Bright ecosystem.
Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Designed for businesses that need reliable, compliant payroll without specialist expertise. BrightPay helps employers run payroll accurately and on time, while easily collaborating with their accountant or payroll provider.
How BrightPay Empowers You
BrightPay supports essential payroll and compliance tasks, including:
- Accurate payroll calculations with built-in validation
- Automatic updates when payroll legislation changes
- Compliance-aligned payroll outputs and reporting
- Secure, cloud-based access to payroll data
- Multi-user collaboration with controlled access
- Direct payments to employees and HMRC
- Clear reporting for review, audit, and record-keeping
Why Bright?
BrightPay is part of the wider Bright ecosystem, designed specifically for compliance-driven professional work.
Compared to generic payroll tools, BrightPay prioritises:
- Compliance built in, not added later
- Automatic legislative updates that reduce risk
- Practice- and bureau-ready workflows
- Consistent data across payroll, bookkeeping, and accounts
- Real human support from payroll specialists
This means fewer errors, less rework, and greater confidence when payroll rules change.
How BrightPay Works
BrightPay operates securely in the cloud and connects with accounting software, other Bright products, and pension providers.
At a high level:
- Payroll data is entered or imported securely
- Calculations update automatically in line with legislation
- Multiple users can work together in real time
- Payroll outputs are reviewed and approved
- Payments are processed accurately
- Records remain accessible for reporting and audit
The result is a clear, controlled payroll process that supports compliance without unnecessary admin.
Bright Product Integrations
BrightPay integrates with Bright products to support connected payroll and practice workflows where relevant.
BrightBooks
BrightBooks supports the flow of payroll data into bookkeeping and accounting processes.
TimeKeeper
TimeKeeper supports the accurate transfer of time and attendance data into payroll.
Pension Provider Integrations
BrightPay integrates with major UK pension providers to support auto enrolment and pension contribution submissions directly from payroll. This reduces manual handling and helps ensure pension obligations are met accurately and on time.
Supported pension providers include NEST, The People’s Pension and Smart Pension.
Payment Integrations
BrightPay integrates with payment platforms to support direct payments to employees and HMRC. This allows payroll payments to be processed efficiently from within the payroll workflow, reducing delays and payment errors.
Disclaimer: Integrations are optional and can be used where they add value to existing payroll and accounting processes.
FAQs
What is BrightPay?
BrightPay is cloud-based payroll software that supports compliant payroll processing, automatic legislative updates, and secure multi-user workflows.
Is BrightPay compliant with UK payroll legislation?
BrightPay updates automatically when payroll rules change and is designed to support payroll processing in line with UK legislation.
Who uses BrightPay?
BrightPay is used by UK accountants, payroll bureaus, and employers who need accurate, compliant payroll software.
Does BrightPay integrate with other Bright products?
Yes. BrightPay integrates with various products in the Bright ecosystem to support a variety of workflows.
Can multiple users work in BrightPay at the same time?
Yes. BrightPay supports real-time multi-user access with appropriate controls and visibility.
