Employee Compensation

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EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION

Employee compensation is a systemic approach to providing monetary and non-monetary value to the
employees of an organisation in exchange for the work done. It assists an organisation in terms of
recruitment, job performance and satisfaction. Some of the components of employee compensation
include salaries, wages, benefits and rewards to name a few.

1.Basic Pay
Basic pay is simply the basic salary obtained by an employee and the amount is dependent on the laws
of the country and a company’s policy. The basic pay is the proportion of pay that is taxed.
2.House Rent Allowance
Some companies provide their employees with accommodation whilst some provide them with an
allowance for rentals in addition to wages and salaries. In some countries, house allowance is not
provided at all, instead the salaries that are paid out are meant cover for all the needs of the
employees. The house rent allowance is calculated based on different forms, but it is commonly
calculated based on the basic salary.
3.Dearness Allowance
In some countries the salaries are adjusted to changes in prices of goods and services. The dearness
allowance is a component of employee compensation that caters for such. This way employees can
adapt to the changes in living standards and conditions.
4.Travel allowance
Firms provide for leave and travel allowance only when the employees need to travel. Travel allowance
can be included in the basic salary or as a separate component of employee compensation. Its
calculations differ from one company to another, but proof of travel is normally required in any
company. 
5.Fringe Benefits
Fringe benefits are non-cash benefits which can be educational assistance, childcare, and
flexible healthcare cover. Benefits such as company cars, paid vacation and gym
membership can be included. Nonproduction benefits also make up part of fringe
benefits. Some companies even go as far as providing entertainment allowances,
discounted travel tickets and family vacation packages.
6.Paid Time off
Paid time off is another component of employee compensation. Employees can still
receive their salaries when they take vacation leave or sick leave. Depending with the
position of an employee some are given a privilege leave where they can still receive their
salaries.
7.Insurance Programs
Other benefits which also make up the components of employee compensation include
health insurance, hospital cover, family health insurance and disability cover among
others. Some companies financially cover the death of an employee and provide financial
support to the bereaved families.
8.Commissions
Commission may be a component of employee compensation especially for those that
earn their income based on sales revenue and business development. They are based on
the sales revenue or profit of a company. Commissions are always a fixed percentage
agreed upon by the employee and the employer. For some, they can be the only source of
income especially for people who work in sales. Salespersons may be paid salaries and
commission or commission only. Depending on the sales targets, commissions can be
paid out on a monthly or yearly basis

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