If your workforce includes a large percentage of employees that are currently on the minimum wage of $24.10, that jump of 85 cents per hour will put extra pressure on your cashflow.
For example, if you’re currently employing 20 people on the minimum wage, and pay them every two weeks, the salary component of your payroll will jump from $36,636 to $37,920. That’s an extra $1,284 on your payroll bill every fortnight – and that’s before you factor in super contributions and other benefits.
Talk to us about preparing for the wage increase
If you’re concerned about the cashflow impact of an increase to the minimum wage, please do come and talk to the team.
We can review the overall effect of the 3.5% rise and suggest ways to mitigate the impact on your payroll costs, cashflow and overall financial position.