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Global Work Glossary

Lost in a maze of global employment jargon? Find your way out with our handy collection of work and HR terminology

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Hourly to salary

What is hourly to salary?

Hourly to salary refers to the transition of an employee’s compensation structure from an hourly wage to an annual salary. It can be calculated roughly by taking the average number of hours an employee works per week and multiplying it by the hourly rate and the number of working weeks in the year. For example, if an employee works an average of 40 hours per week and is paid $20 per hour, their annual salary would be approximately $41,600 ($20/hour * 40 hours/week * 52 weeks/year).

This transition has implications for both employees and employers. For employees, the move to a salaried structure means more financial stability with a predictable income. However, they may lose the opportunity for overtime pay, which can impact overall earnings.

Meanwhile, employers can benefit from simplified payments and easier budgeting. They will know exactly what they are paying for an employee each month and be able to process payroll on a regular basis.

To simplify payroll even further, it’s best to use an automated solution such as Multiplier. Inside our dashboard, payroll is processed and then payslips are automatically generated so employees and employers can see all the details they need in seconds

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