When do you get paid? – z3n-esom

Starting a new job comes with plenty of exciting changes, and one of the most common questions new hires have is: “When will I receive my first paycheck?” This article will walk you through how payment cycles work, so you know exactly what to expect.

How The Pay Cycle Works

We follow a monthly pay cycle. This means:

Employees are paid once a month, on the last working day of the month.
Payroll is based on the period from the 1st to the last day of the month.
Payroll cut-off for processing is typically the 20th of each month. Any changes (such as new joiners, leavers, or updates to bank details) submitted after this date will be reflected in the following month’s payroll.

Your First Paycheck

Whether your first paycheck is at the end of your first month or in the next cycle depends on your start date relative to the payroll cut-off:

If you start before the 20th: You will be included in that month’s payroll and receive your first paycheck on the last working day of the month. For example, if you start on March 10th, you’ll be paid on March 31st.
If you start on or after the 20th: You will be included in the following month’s payroll. For example, if you start on March 25th, your first paycheck will be on April 30th and will include all pay from your start date (March 25th through April 30th).

Example Scenarios

Start on March 1st: Paid in full on March 31st.
Start on March 10th: Paid a prorated amount for March 10–31, on March 31st.
Start on March 21st: First paycheck on April 30th, covering March 21–April 30.

Key Takeaways

We pay employees monthly, on the last working day of the month.
Payroll cut-off is the 20th of each month.
Starting before the 20th = first paycheck at the end of that same month.
Starting on/after the 20th = first paycheck at the end of the next month, covering all days worked since your start date.

Need More Information?

Your recruiter or HR contact will confirm your exact pay schedule during onboarding. If you have questions about your personal situation, feel free to reach out—we’re here to make your transition as smooth as possible.