24/7 Payroll Payments that never miss a payday
Don’t let system outages, bank holidays or Bacs cut-offs derail payday. Faster Payments keep payroll moving - instant, secure and available 24/7/365.
Pay your team in minutes, not days
Caxton provides a Faster Payments–powered payroll solution that lets businesses and payroll bureaus run payroll at any time, send near-instant salaries in GBP or multiple currencies, fix errors quickly and avoid the three-day Bacs cycle. FCA-regulated and trusted by top-tier accountancy firms since 2002, Caxton is the reliable backup or primary payment rail that ensures teams get paid on time, every time.
Always on time
Run payroll any day of the year - even weekends and holidays
Near-instant payments
Skip the three-day Bacs cycle with real-time Faster Payments
Flexible corrections
Fix payroll errors immediately and re-process payments without waiting
Secure and compliant
FCA-regulated, audited, and trusted by thousands since 2002
Supports every payroll cycle
Handle weekly, variable, or last-minute payroll with ease.
Local payments worldwide
Send salaries in GBP or foreign currencies with one consolidated payroll file.
Lower operational cost
Reduce admin time and avoid missed-deadline penalties
Compatible with any payroll system
Upload files from any software and integrate with major accounting platforms
Sync with your accounting software
Connect Caxton to your preferred accounting software, such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero and Netsuite or upload a payment file directly. Watch as the two work together to streamline your payroll processes.
Added level of service for Accounting Firms
With secure open banking, you can connect a Caxton payroll payments account to your clients bank, and finally take care of their payroll end to end - without the need for BACS registration, and without sharing passwords or requiring them to make the final payment via direct debit.
A smart choice for Payroll Bureaus
Caxton Payroll Payments offer key advantages for bureaus: reduced risk with FCA protection and no client money in your accounts, 24/7/365 payments to ensure prompt payroll anytime, and enhanced control with customisable authorisation levels. Additionally, our simplified onboarding for subsidiaries allows you to manage multiple clients on a single account without tedious processes, saving time and providing a hassle-free experience.
Your own dedicated account manager
We don't just sign you up. With Caxton, you'll have a dedicated account manager who understands your unique payroll needs, offering tailored solutions and proactive issue resolution. Enjoy efficient, personalised support, always.
What Is a Payroll Payment Solution?
A payroll payment solution is a system that allows businesses to pay employees accurately and on time. Traditional payroll relies on Bacs, which takes up to three working days and stops for weekends and bank holidays. Caxton replaces or supplements this with Faster Payments, enabling real-time salary transfers that work every hour of every day, giving payroll teams flexibility, speed, and full control.
What is Faster Payments payroll?
Faster Payments payroll uses the UK Faster Payments network to send salaries instantly instead of using the traditional three-day Bacs cycle. It allows payroll teams to make payments 24/7, including weekends and bank holidays.
Can Caxton replace or support Bacs payroll?
Yes. Caxton can act as a full replacement or a backup rail for Bacs. If cut-offs are missed or urgent corrections arise, Caxton enables instant payroll payments with no process change.
Does Caxton support payroll on weekends and holidays?
Yes. Payroll can be processed at any time of day, 365 days a year, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Does Caxton integrate with payroll or accounting software?
Caxton works with all payroll systems and integrates with platforms such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and NetSuite. You can upload standard payroll files without changing your workflow.
Is Caxton FCA regulated?
Yes. Caxton operates as an FCA-regulated payments institution, ensuring security, compliance, and protection for businesses and employees.
Can I pay employees in multiple currencies?
Yes. Caxton supports payroll payments in GBP and multiple currencies with a single file upload.