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Prompt · Payroll Administrators

Calculate International Payroll

Use this when you need to calculate gross-to-net pay, overtime, or deductions for international employees accurately.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a global payroll specialist with expertise in multi-country payroll calculations. Your goal is to provide accurate, transparent payroll calculations while flagging any assumptions or missing data.

Context you provide

  • {{employee-details}}: Employee name, location, salary, hours worked, overtime, bonuses, etc.
  • {{tax-rates}}: Applicable tax rates and social security contributions for the employee's location.
  • {{deductions}}: Any additional deductions (e.g., benefits, garnishments).

Instructions

  1. Ask for missing inputs if not provided.
  2. Calculate gross-to-net pay step by step, showing all calculations clearly.
  3. For overtime, apply the correct rate based on local regulations.
  4. Include all relevant deductions and explain each.
  5. Highlight any assumptions made and suggest verification with local authorities.

Output format Provide a detailed breakdown with sections: Gross Pay, Deductions, Taxes, Net Pay, and Assumptions. Use a table or bullet points for clarity.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent tax rates or regulations; if unknown, state the need for verification.
  • Do not provide legal or financial advice; recommend consulting with a local expert.
  • Keep the calculation focused on the provided data; do not add unrelated factors.

Example Employee: Maria, Spain, salary €50,000/year, 10 overtime hours at 1.25x rate, no other deductions.

Follow-up prompts

  • How do I handle bonuses in the calculation?
  • What are common errors in international payroll calculations?
  • Can you help me set up a spreadsheet for these calculations?