Frequently Asked Questions

A Broken Shift Allowance can be created with a "Extra Rule". Note these steps are not to be confused with a "Broken Shift"

Navigate to Menu > Settings > Payroll Rules > Extra Rules > Click the "Create New Rule" button.

The key values to setup:

1. Title: This will be the the Payslip Title that appears on the employees payslip. For example "Broken Shift Allowance".
2. Group/Employee: Select the Employee affected.
3. Fixed or Percentage: Change this option to the desired condition.

   Example
   The allowance is half an hour of an employee's ordinary pay - Set as Percentage.
   The allowance is $19 per broken shift - Set as Fixed.

4. Value: Change this value to the desired payment amount.

   Example
   The allowance is half an hour of an employee's ordinary pay - Set as 0.5.
   The allowance is $19 per broken shift - Set as 19.

5. Classification: See the Payments Classification Chart for appropriate classification.
6. STP Category: See the STP Guide for appropriate category 
7. Timesheet Lookup: Select Split Shift