The pay run that builds itself. Nory's Payroll Assistant is here.
Every pay run starts the same way. Someone opens a spreadsheet, exports the schedules, pulls the timecards, and the reconciliation begins. It's a recurring rebuild of something that should already exist. It’s tiring. It’s time consuming.
That's the problem Payroll Assistant solves.
Built on data you already have
Your schedules, timecards, and employee records are already in Nory. New starters, leavers, absences, custom shifts, SSP - all synced automatically. Nory’s Payroll Assistant doesn't need an export because the data is already there. When you open your pay run, it's built from your real data. Not a blank page. Not a spreadsheet waiting to be filled in. The starting point is a pay run that's already put together.
The pay run is there before you open it
Draft pay runs are auto-generated from your real scheduling and timecard data. What your team worked is what they get paid for. What changed mid-cycle — a leaver, a new starter, an absence — is already reflected. If you need to add a bonus or one-off payment, that's a few clicks inside Nory. No spreadsheet needed.
Problems surface before pay day - not because of it
Before the pay run closes, Nory surfaces the things that actually need your attention, ranked by urgency. A missing document. An unusual variance. An absence that affects pay. You get a clear list of what needs resolving, with a path to fix each one. Everything else is already right. Errors get caught before money moves, not after.
Your pay run, your call
Payroll Assistant isn't a black box. You see every employee in every pay run, with a full payslip breakdown before you approve. You fix the issues Nory surfaces, download reports, and close the pay run - all inside Nory. Nothing moves without your approval. For SMB operators currently running payroll through a bureau, the switch is also a direct cost saving: Nory runs at £3.50 per payslip versus the £6–10 industry standard for managed bureau payroll. For a 50-person team, that's around £10,000 a year.
Payroll Assistant is available now for UK customers. Book a demo to learn more.
FAQ
How does Payroll Assistant generate pay runs automatically?
The pay run is built continuously throughout the pay period. Every time a timecard is approved or an employee record is updated, Nory syncs automatically. No exports, no reformatting. New starters, leavers, statutory absences, and custom shift patterns are all reflected in real time.
How does Payroll Assistant handle submissions and payments?
The Payroll Assistant gives you full control over your pay run — approvals, adjustments, reports, payslip access, all inside Nory. Our team takes care of the final submission and payment processing, so nothing goes out without your sign-off. Full end-to-end self-serve is on the way.
What does Payroll Assistant flag proactively?
Before the pay run closes, Nory surfaces any discrepancies or missing information that need attention — missing documents, unusual variances, statutory absences — ranked by urgency so you deal with what matters first.
Do I need a payroll qualification to use it?
No. Payroll Assistant is built for operators and finance teams who need to own their payroll process without needing to be payroll specialists. The interface guides you through what needs attention and what's already right.
Do I need to leave my current payroll provider to use Payroll Assistant?
Yes, the Payroll Assistant replaces your existing payroll provider or bureau. Our payroll team handles the migration and setup, so the transition is managed for you.
Who is Payroll Assistant available for?
UK customers. Book a demo to discuss getting set up.
How does this help smaller operators?
For SMB operators using external payroll bureaux, Payroll Assistant removes the need for a managed service. At £3.50 per payslip versus £6–10 for a typical bureau, the saving is direct — around £10,000 a year for a 50-person team.