Cintra HR & Payroll Services Reviews 48

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If you see a previous review from me ignore it as that was when we actually had a dedicated account manager and things were running smoothly and working. Since they’ve gotten rid of the dedicated sup... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Cintra for around 2.5 years after we migrated from Tracepay. Cintra Cloud I would say is for smaller payrolls and we were struggling to have the control we needed for our larger payroll (c... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an in house Payroll administration. When they wanted to move on, we took the opportunity to out-source payroll and pass the hassle of constant software updates and dealing with the general mess... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been using Cintra since almost a year and it works very well. Jen Hurst, who takes care of our payroll is always on time and ensures an excellent follow up. She answers our queries in an alw... See more

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Proudly based in the North East, Cintra's multi award-winning Payroll & HR service has been delivering professional payroll and HR solutions for over 40 years.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If you see a previous review from me.UPDATE

If you see a previous review from me ignore it as that was when we actually had a dedicated account manager and things were running smoothly and working. Since they’ve gotten rid of the dedicated support cintra has reverted back to the worst payroll company around. The same issues we had when we first had to move over to this sorry company where we get no response for weeks/months or having to do a simple change with a useless exaggerated excel form. Carolyn knight the worst. If you have her too, seriously consider leaving. I’m now trying to find out how termination works with them so I can secure a new payroll provider and be free from this useless company and actually work with a payroll provider that deals in good and active customer service. BELIEVE the 1 star reviews! Otherwise you’ll regret it like us
FYI there are charges now too for something simple like getting a copy of a single persons payslip. If you want to avoid getting charged you have to download your entire staffs payslip onto one pdf and then spilt it yourself... all round service this company(!)

1 June 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cintra Payroll

We had an in house Payroll administration. When they wanted to move on, we took the opportunity to out-source payroll and pass the hassle of constant software updates and dealing with the general mess of legislative changes to someone else. We chose Cintra - they worked hard during the implementation, deadlines were met, we have never missed a payment, all payments are made by BACS, turnaround times are quick, we know their team and the portal keeps our employees happy and allows them to self-serve. I'm glad we made the change.

17 February 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

tin pot company for…

Been using this tin pot company for nearly 18 months, and talk about waste of time, EVERY month have to change my password, which means having to write it down, therefore isn't secure, and when changing it, their tell me my email isn't valid, even thou they just bloody emailed me using it, wouldn't recommend at all....

23 December 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not Good

Not sure whos fault it is between the company HR and them but since Cintra took over our payroll they have got it wrong three times out of three and as a result causeing me all kinds of issues. Futhermore the payslips (when you can get them) make no sense whatsoever.

20 December 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great payroll platform that is easy…

Great payroll platform that is easy friendly to navigate.

27 November 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Margarida,

Thank you for finding some time to leave us a 4 star review! We are so glad that you find the platform user-friendly and easy to use!

All the best,
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cintra Payroll Services-100%

I highly recommend Cintra for payroll services. Jeff Barber has been absolutely amazing, extremely efficient and very helpful. He is always there to help and advise with any questions or queries I've had.
Payroll is such a stressless experience since using them.

19 November 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Jo,

Wow, thank you for such a lovely review and for the 5 stars!! We love to hear people singing the praises of our staff and we will be sure to pass your kind words on to Jeff!

All the best,
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

fantastic company and great with Payroll

fantastic company and great comminications, Always there to help if you have any questions and they really do take the stress out of payroll.

4 November 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Rich,

Thank you for finding the time to leave us such a fabulous review! We really are on a mission to help remove the stress of payroll!

Thanks again for your support!

Team Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been with Cintra since 2007 and…

We have been with Cintra since 2007 and highly recommend their service and commitment to developing their payroll system by listening to what their clients ask for. Jo Stirk and the tema are very efficient and reply to our requests and queries very quickly. Their commitment to our organisation, their approachability, accuracy and friendly service is the reason we have been with them since 2007

30 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Kath,

What a fabulous 5 star review! Wow! Thank you so much for your positive words and continued support! We are so happy that you are so happy with the service you are getting.

Thanks for finding the time to leave us this amazing review!

Team Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Happy

Cintra took over form our old payroll company and although we had some teething issues (not Cintra's fault) they worked tirelesly to correct the problems. Very quick responses to ammendments, queries and questions

28 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Selina,

Thank you for finding the time to leave us such great feedback! I'm glad that the teams attention to detail and customer service has been well received! The things we love to hear!

Many thanks,
Cintra

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Takes the complexity out of payroll

Takes the complexity out of payroll. An efficient and easy process. Staff very helpful and accommodating.

17 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Michelle,

Thanks for finding the time to leave us some feedback. Taking the complexity out of payroll is exactly what we are here to do so I'm glad you are in agreement!

Many thanks
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cintra Outsourced Services

Cintra Outsourced Services are brilliant. I have been using Cintra IQ for a few years and have always found the system to be self-explanatory and the support received alongside from Outsourced Services is great. They are always on hand to advise and help. The new Employee Hub for accessing payslips is a big hit with our employees. I would definitely recommend Cintra.

17 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Karen,

Wow, what amazing feedback! Thank you for finding the time to praise our system and the team! I will be sure to pass on your 5 star review!

Many thanks
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been using Cintra since almost a year

We have been using Cintra since almost a year and it works very well. Jen Hurst, who takes care of our payroll is always on time and ensures an excellent follow up. She answers our queries in an always diligent manner and provides useful answers.

Carina Kostovic - WA

15 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Carina,

Thank you for finding the time to leave us such positive feedback! It's great to hear that Jen is always on hand to help support you with any questions or queries! We will be sure to share your review with her! :)

Many thanks
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cintra Payroll

We have been using Cintra for payroll and are very pleased with the service. The platform is good and we work well together. Recommended!

15 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Joanna,

Thank you for the support and for finding the time to leave us a 5 star review! I will be sure to let the team know that you are very pleased with the services!

Many thanks
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

Cintra was already in place when I joined my current company in January. I've found the system very easy to navigate, with clear deadlines and reports, and an easy approval process.

They are very accommodating of last minute changes and go above and beyond to ensure our payroll is accurate - I'm very happy with the service.

11 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Siobhan,

Wow! Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review! It really is great to hear that the team are going above and beyond and making sure your payroll is accurate! I will be sure to pass your feedback on. :)

Many thanks,
Cintra

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Employer has failed to pay the last…

Employer has failed to pay the last month's salary even though Cintra has posted both the pay advice and P45 which is obviously not accurate meaning an overpayment of tax. Cintra do not talk to employees. I am now talking to ACAS and HMRC. Don't know if this is Cintra problem but employer does not respond to emails.

10 October 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Steve,

Please feel free to email info@cintra.co.uk so we can look into this.

Many thanks
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great payroll service provider


We have been using Cintra for a year now an never had a problem. We are a small business and they complete our payroll with ease. We have an account manager who is always there to answer our questions in a swift repose. Cintra's portal is clear and easy to use. The payroll reports that Cintra provide give us all the information we require.

4 September 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Hayley,

Wow what an amazing 5 star review you have left us! We look after all of our clients no matter what size they are! It's great to hear you are enjoying working with us :)

Thank you for finding the time to leave us such positive feedback, I will pass your words on to the team!

Best,
Cintra

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are a small business and have been…

We are a small business and have been using Cintra for a couple of years now. We have found them to be very helpful and although they are a larger company we feel that we have a couple of account managers that look after us quite personally. Once shown, the dashboard is also easy to use to upload information.

15 August 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Ritha,

Wow! What amazing feedback! All of our customers (no matter how big or small) are important to us, so I'm glad the team are looking after you! I will make sure to pass on your kind words.

Thank you for finding the time to leave us this fabulous 5 star review!

Cintra

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Useless they dont let you sign in

despite changing my password numerous times making a note of what it is this system will not let me sign in to see my payslips its infuriating even the passwords that cintra give me themselves don't work

12 August 2024
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Reply from Cintra HR & Payroll Services

Hi Coral,

Sorry to hear about your troubles logging in to access your payslips. Please could you email marketing@cintra.co.uk so we can look into this for you and discuss our security and data protection in more detail with you.

Many thanks,
Cintra

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