Contractors can be paid in Salaris through two payroll types:
Scheduled payroll – Use this when you want to include contractors in a regular scheduled payroll run (for example, when paying both employees and contractors on the same pay date).
Off-cycle payroll – Use this for one-time or ad-hoc payments, such as paying a contractor invoice or project milestone outside the normal schedule.
Unlike employees, contractors do not normally follow standard pay periods. Their payments are typically based on invoices or project terms, so you can choose whichever payroll type best fits how your business manages contractor pay.
Pay contractors in a scheduled payroll
Go to Payroll and select the payroll you want to edit.
Select Review payroll.
Select + Add contractor, choose the contractor, and enter the payment amount.
Select Preview payroll, review the details, then select Submit payroll.
Pay contractors in an off-cycle payroll
Go to Payroll and select Create off-cycle payroll.
Enter the payroll details (name, start and end dates, pay date).
Select Create payroll. The payroll is saved in Draft status.
Select + Add contractor, choose the contractor, and enter the payment amount.
Select Preview payroll, review the details, then select Submit payroll.
📌 Tip: Off-cycle payrolls are best for paying contractor invoices, bonuses, or adjustments outside the regular pay period.
Need help?
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Salaris Payroll Support. We’re here to help.