TRANSPARENCY
Joint and Several Liability (JSL): How TRANSPARENCY Can Help You Audit, Analyse, and Stay One Step Ahead
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Ross Gylanders
June 18, 2026
This illustration is based on the 2026/27 tax year parameters using a standard 1257L cumulative tax code. Day-rate calculations are calculated using a standard 8hr day. Advanced Holiday Pay is calculated and rolled-up at 12.07%.
ADVANCE is a market-leading workforce management solutions provider, offering Umbrella, PEO, CIS and Limited Company Accountancy and Tax solutions.
Transparency and compliance are the core principles of our service. We provide trusted professional support for all contractors and agency partners, ensuring you receive nothing but the highest standards of service.
Our award-winning service goes beyond just handling your payroll; we support our employees, contractors, agency partners and MSPs (Managed Service Providers) with navigating the complexities of tax, national insurance, industry-specific deductions (which we know can be challenging) and employment law.
World-class service is our priority. Call us and speak directly with an expert every time—no automated menus, no robots, just immediate support from our team. It is these standards that won us the "Best Umbrella Customer Service Award 2025" at the Contracting Awards.
Join ADVANCE in a single phone call. Our streamlined setup ensures you are assignment-ready in minutes, and we’ll automatically update your agency so you don't have to.
As market leaders, ADVANCE offer detailed expertise in legislation, including IR35, Employee Rights Act 2025, and Joint and Several LIability (to name a few). ADVANCE ensures our contractors receive the compliant, optimised take-home pay they deserve.
In partnership with EY, BDO, and Fieldfisher, we embody total compliance and transparency, responding decisively to legislative shifts, to keep you informed with up-to-date, practical advice on compliant practices and solutions.
Among the first providers to be fully FCSA-accredited across Umbrella, CIS and Limited Company solutions, Today we have expanded this to include accredited status for PEO. Further demonstrating how compliance is at the core of ADVANCE. Our services undergo rigorous annual audits, with results shared transparently with HMRC to guarantee absolute supply chain integrity.
Through their auditing platform, Payslip Buddy, SafeRec thoroughly audit all payslips each pay period verifying full compliance with HMRC and ensuring the accuracy of all payments.
This auditing service is completely free of charge for our employees and subcontractors. We believe this added layer of transparency further demonstrates our commitment to diligence, compliance, and the financial well-being of our employees and subcontractors.
At ADVANCE, compliance is never compromised. Our partnership with TrustID provides rigorous, efficient identity validation, safeguarding your entire supply chain and workforce.
We utilise FreeAgent to power our Limited Company Accountancy and Tax solutions. As an approved platform, it connects directly to HMRC to ensure seamless, compliant self-assessments and tax submissions.
At ADVANCE, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships and delivering services that give our clients complete peace of mind. As an FCSA-accredited workforce specialist, we undergo regular, rigorous audits—so you can always rest easy knowing your business and your people are in safe hands.
Designed for those who want the freedom of contracting without the admin, our Umbrella PAYE solution handles all tax and NI contributions on your behalf. You’ll enjoy full statutory employment rights, a record of continuous employment, and same-day payments. It’s the simplest way to get paid, keeping you fully compliant and HMRC-friendly without lifting a finger.
Our PEO solution offers a “back-to-basics” approach to payroll. By aligning your contract rate with your gross pay, we eliminate the complexity of employer costs on your payslip. You receive the same statutory benefits as a traditional umbrella employee, but with a simplified, easy-to-read pay structure that offers total clarity from day one.
Designed for those who want the freedom of contracting without the admin, our Umbrella PAYE solution handles all tax and NI contributions on your behalf. You’ll enjoy full statutory employment rights, a record of continuous employment, and same-day payments. It’s the simplest way to get paid, keeping you fully compliant and HMRC-friendly without lifting a finger.
Our PEO solution offers a “back-to-basics” approach to payroll. By aligning your contract rate with your gross pay, we eliminate the complexity of employer costs on your payslip. You receive the same statutory benefits as a traditional umbrella employee, but with a simplified, easy-to-read pay structure that offers total clarity from day one.
Tailored specifically for the construction trade, our CIS solution removes the paperwork burden from your busy day. We ensure your deductions are accurately calculated and submitted to HMRC, providing you with prompt payments and expert support. It’s a robust, compliant service that lets you focus on the job at hand while we handle the fine print.
For Limited Company directors, our accounting packages provide the perfect balance of pro-active advice and smart technology. We manage everything from VAT returns to company formation, giving you a real-time view of your finances through our intuitive software. It’s professional financial management delivered with a personal touch—and not a dusty ledger in sight.
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for ITSA is HMRC’s initiative to modernise UK tax by replacing annual returns with digital record-keeping and quarterly tax returns along with an annual self-assessment.
As these phased changes introduce new compliance demands for sole traders and landlords, ADVANCE is the go-to partner to help you seamlessly manage your transition. Our expert team ensures your digital records are flawlessly maintained and your quarterly submissions are handled accurately and on time, taking the stress out of your self-employed tax obligations.
If you operate under the rules of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), completing a self-assessment tax return is essential, and it often means you are due a significant tax rebate.
At ADVANCE, we offer a professional, stress-free tax return completion service designed to handle all the paperwork on your behalf. Our specialist team will look at your specific circumstances, calculate your exact figures, and file your return directly with HMRC.
Tailored specifically for the construction trade, our CIS solution removes the paperwork burden from your busy day. We ensure your deductions are accurately calculated and submitted to HMRC, providing you with prompt payments and expert support. It’s a robust, compliant service that lets you focus on the job at hand while we handle the fine print.
For Limited Company directors, our accounting packages provide the perfect balance of pro-active advice and smart technology. We manage everything from VAT returns to company formation, giving you a real-time view of your finances through our intuitive software. It’s professional financial management delivered with a personal touch—and not a dusty ledger in sight.
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for ITSA is HMRC’s initiative to modernise UK tax by replacing annual returns with digital record-keeping and quarterly tax returns along with an annual self-assessment.
As these phased changes introduce new compliance demands for sole traders and landlords, ADVANCE is the go-to partner to help you seamlessly manage your transition. Our expert team ensures your digital records are flawlessly maintained and your quarterly submissions are handled accurately and on time, taking the stress out of your self-employed tax obligations.
If you operate under the rules of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), completing a self-assessment tax return is essential, and it often means you are due a significant tax rebate.
At ADVANCE, we offer a professional, stress-free tax return completion service designed to handle all the paperwork on your behalf. Our specialist team will look at your specific circumstances, calculate your exact figures, and file your return directly with HMRC.
Do you have questions about our solutions? Contact us today and our team will be happy to help.
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