Message “Software Update Required to Continue”

Actpay users will now be getting the above message when they start the program. This message and other messages were embedded in the software to make sure that the users update their software when the time comes. We had experience in previous years where users did not update critical software updates. The reason for this … Read more

Import payroll data from Time Management Software

There have been many requests to integrate Actpay with Time Management software. We have added this simple solution to import data from time management software for accurate and reliable calculations. Note that data has to be exported as month totals and not daily records. Monthly reports are available for most time tracking services and devices. … Read more

Common mistakes filling EA Form and E Form

When using Excel for payroll calculations EA Form has to be generated manually. A good understanding of payroll tax calculations is needed to get the EA Form and E form correct. Following is an example using multiple allowances taking into account special tax deductions. Note especially handling of Traveling Allowance and Children relief. Many employees … Read more

EA Form 2024/2023 and E Form (CP8D) Download links

Download EA Form 2024/2023, C.P.8A and C.P.8D/E Currently the latest EA Form is C.P.8A – Pin 2023 New EA Form may be available in January but has not been announced yet. As the PCB calculations have not changed, changes to the format is not expected. Even if there are minor changes, based on past years, … Read more

Actpay Annual Upgrade Procedure

Following is the sequence of actions needed to Install and Upgrade from previous years version. The following example is based on Actpay200 but the procedure for Actpay 2021 is the same. Download and run Setup File. Setup Screen Check “I accept the Agreement” and click Next Setup Installing Files Option to launch Actpay200 and Getting … Read more