To resolve this, you should check the details entered in Sage 50 Payroll with HMRC's records.
Accounts office reference
You will find this 13 character accounts office reference number on any correspondence you receive from HMRC.It has the format 123PA12345678.
Employer PAYE reference
An employer reference number is a unique combination of letters and numbers, also called an employer PAYE reference, PAYE reference number or just abbreviated to ERN. It is given to you when you register with HMRC and is required when paying tax and national insurance (NI) contributions to HMRC.
Check your details
- On the navigation bar click Company, then click Settings.
- On the Details tab.
- Make a note of the Tax Dist/Ref.
This is also referred to as your employer PAYE reference.
- Click the HMRC Payments tab.
- Make a note of the Tax Dist/Ref.
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