Samantha Bowen

Samantha Bowen is the Director of Global Payroll Operations at Oyster HR. She lives and works in Florida, USA.

Who pays for unemployment? Here's what you need to know

How unemployment insurance works for global employers

What’s the best way to pay independent contractors?

It’s time to answer: what’s the best way to pay contractors?

Costo del servicio de nΓ³mina en 2025: una guΓ­a

Descubre cuΓ‘nto cuestan los servicios de nΓ³mina

What is supplemental pay? Types and examples

What is supplemental pay and why does it matter? Learn key types like bonuses, commissions, and overtime, and how to use them to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and total compensation.

How to set up a payroll account: A step-by-step guide for employers

Set up a payroll account with confidence.

Payroll reports explained: Types, examples, and uses

Learn how effective payroll reporting supports accuracy

How much do benefits cost per employee? A detailed guide

Explore practical ways to optimize your compensation package

7 best expense management software for small business

Find the best expense management software for small businesses.

What is gross pay vs net pay? A guide for employers

Understand gross pay vs. net pay and what it means for your business

How to calculate different types of bonus pay

Find out how to incentivize your employees with different types of bonus pay.

CΓ³mo calcular el porcentaje de aumento salarial: GuΓ­a para empleadores

Aprende cΓ³mo calcular el porcentaje de aumento salarial con esta guΓ­a pensada para empleadores.

Pay compression: What it is and how to avoid it

Learn the causes, impacts, and prevention methods.

Pay equity explained: What it is and why it’s important

Learn why pay equity matters for your compesation policy

Gross pay vs. net pay: What's the difference?

Learn how to differentiate between the two

What are payroll deductions? Simplifying global payroll

Learn about the different types of payroll deductions.

How to implement a total rewards strategy globally

Top tips on launching a global total rewards strategy.

How to account for PTO in payroll

A guide for factoring PTO into your payroll schedule.

Creating a payroll breakdown

Understanding payroll taxes & your employer responsibility.