lisäpalkkiot

Lisäpalkkiot, meaning additional remuneration or bonuses, are payments made to employees in addition to their regular salary or wage. These can be performance-based, such as annual bonuses tied to individual or company achievements, or discretionary, awarded at the employer's discretion for exceptional contributions or to foster goodwill. Some lisäpalkkiot might be contractual, stipulated in employment agreements, while others are part of a broader compensation package or incentive program.

Types of lisäpalkkiot can vary widely. They might include profit-sharing schemes, where employees receive a portion of the company's profits, or project completion bonuses, awarded upon successful delivery of specific projects. Other forms can be sign-on bonuses for new hires, retention bonuses to encourage employees to stay with the company, or referral bonuses for successfully recommending new employees. The purpose of these additional payments is often to motivate employees, reward hard work, attract and retain talent, and align employee interests with those of the organization.

The tax treatment of lisäpalkkiot usually follows that of regular salary, meaning they are subject to income tax and social security contributions. However, specific regulations might apply depending on the nature and amount of the bonus. Companies typically outline their policies regarding lisäpalkkiot in their employee handbooks or internal guidelines.