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What is Contract Management?

Contract management covers the entire lifecycle of an employment contract or, in the case of freelancing/self-employment, a service contract — from drafting compliant agreements to managing renewals and ensuring ongoing adherence to local labour laws, tax regulations, and social contributions (where applicable).

Legislation can change mid-assignment, deliverables and expectations may be updated, and different rules may apply depending on a worker’s nationality or employment status. A robust contract management service continuously monitors these variables, updates agreements, handles negotiations, and provides transparency so that all parties clearly understand their rights and obligations.

Access Financial combines advanced technology with expert legal support to manage the entire contract lifecycle. Our experienced legal team drafts locally compliant agreements tailored to the needs of all stakeholders, while our client care team ensures a smooth onboarding process for contractors and employees alike. We stay up to date with legislative changes in over 60 countries, ensuring your contracts remain compliant and your projects move forward without unexpected regulatory issues.

Benefits & key features

For Contractors / Freelancers

Quick onboarding

Access Financial is already set up in the country of work, so onboarding happens in days, not months

Maximise take home pay

Efficient, compliant tax planning ensures you retain as much of your salary as possible.

Reduced admin

We handle all paperwork, payroll and tax filing so you can focus on your assignments.

Local expertise & compliance

Our team monitors legislation and ensures contracts reflect local employment laws and rights.

Immigration assistance

We provide visa sponsorship and immigration support in more than 20 countries.

Digital platform

Manage timesheets, invoices and payslips via our secure cloud based software.

For Employees

Consistent, timely pay

Our payroll experts ensure employees are paid accurately and on time across 60+ countries.

Full statutory benefits

Workers receive local employment benefits (taxes, social security, insurances) in line with host country laws.

Transparent contracts

Agreements are clear and up to date, reducing uncertainty and ensuring all parties understand their rights.

Easy onboarding & offboarding

We manage the entire employee lifecycle – from onboarding paperwork to exit formalities – so transitions are smooth.

For Recruitment Agencies

Lightning fast onboarding

Candidates are added to payroll and registered with government authorities within days.

Compliance across 60+ countries

Our local experts keep you compliant with tax and labour laws worldwide.

Technology driven processes

Automated timesheet and payroll management reduces administrative workload and processing time.

Risk reduction

We mitigate misclassification and non compliance risks.

Complete payroll & invoicing

We handle payroll for temporary and permanent placements and process client invoices.

In house immigration & legal support

Our immigration specialists and lawyers provide visa processing and legal advice.

Flexible, scalable solutions

Solutions adapt to your agency’s size and the number of contractors you place.

For End-Clients (corporates)

Single partner for hiring & payroll

Access Financial manages your team’s hiring, payroll, taxes, benefits and insurance, so you can focus on core operations.

No need for local entities

Engage contractors or employees abroad without setting up your own legal entity.

Full compliance & risk mitigation

Contracts and worker classifications align with local regulations, reducing misclassification and tax exposure.

Cost efficiency

Efficient tax planning and streamlined processes lower administrative and compliance costs.

Scalable global reach

With 9 offices and services in 60+ countries, we support your growth anywhere.

Dedicated account management

A single point of contact ensures responsive support and tailored solutions throughout the contract lifecycle.

How it works

Our approach to payroll management follows a structured process that ensures accuracy and compliance at every step. The timeline below illustrates the key stages.

Consultation & Needs Analysis

Our experts review your needs, the worker’s status (contractor or employee) and the countries involved to design the right engagement model.

Contract Drafting & Compliance Review

We draft locally compliant agreements, incorporate deliverables and payment terms and align them with tax and labour laws. Each contract is reviewed by our legal team to ensure it reflects up to date legislation.

Onboarding & Payroll Setup

Contractors/employees are registered with authorities, onboarded into our cloud platform and connected to payroll, benefits and immigration services. Timesheets and invoicing tools are configured for recruitment agencies and end clients.

Ongoing Management & Support (Continuous)

Throughout the contract, our team monitors changes in legislation, processes payroll, files taxes, renews contracts, manages offboarding and provides ongoing customer support. This continuous care ensures full compliance and risk mitigation.

Why Access Financial?

Global expertise

With decades of experience running payrolls in multiple countries, Access Financial understands the nuances of local tax and labour laws.

Integrated technology

Our secure, cloud-based platform offers self-service access for workers and real time visibility for managers.

Compliance & accuracy

We track ever changing regulations and guarantee accurate calculations and timely filings, reducing the risk of penalties.

Personalised support

Dedicated account managers and payroll specialists ensure you always have help when needed.

Scalable & flexible

Whether you’re paying one contractor or thousands of employees across borders, our service adapts to your needs.

Get in touch

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