Star Computers Limited has been acquired by Iris Software Limited
The shareholders of Blayhall Payroll Ltd, the leading UK provider of payroll software that trades as Star Computers Limited, have sold the business to Iris Software Limited. Financial details have not been disclosed.
Star Computers is a UK payroll software developer. The company was founded in 1973 by Jack Schumann and David Blechner and is globally recognized for its industry-leading software. It has built an enviable customer base including over 50% of the top 100 accountancy firms, payroll bureaux, commercial entities, financial institutions, public sector and not-for-profit bodies and education organizations. Currently, Star Computers supports the payroll for over 70,000 employers and 750,000 employees, primarily in the UK.
Iris Software is the UK’s market leading provider of business critical software and services to the accountancy and payroll sectors.
Oaklins Cavendish, based in the UK, advised the seller in this transaction.


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