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# Do I need my HMRC employer references to start using Zoho Payroll?

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Yes. To run payroll and report to HMRC through Real Time Information (RTI), Zoho Payroll needs your organisation’s HMRC employer references:

*   **Employer PAYE reference** – Identifies your organisation to HMRC for PAYE (in a format like `000/XXXXXXXXXX`).
*   **Accounts Office reference** – Used when you pay HMRC what you owe (in a format like `000PA0000000X`).

You’ll find both on the letter HMRC sent when your organisation registered as an employer. Add them under **Settings > Taxes > Tax Details**, where you can also set your **PAYE payment frequency** and any reliefs you’re eligible for, such as **Small Employers’ Relief** and **Employment Allowance**.

For the full checklist, see [What information do I need to get started with Zoho Payroll?](/uk/payroll/kb/employer/getting-started/details-needed-to-get-started-with-zoho-payroll.html) and the [Tax & National Insurance](/uk/payroll/help/employer/settings/tax-and-national-insurance.html) help page.