Workforce Cost Forecaster
Multi-role annual workforce cost projection. Wages + super (12%) + workers' compensation + leave accrual + payroll tax (by state). For CFOs, HR directors and SME owners planning headcount budgets.
Last verified: 16 May 2026WORKFORCE COST FORECASTER
Forecast your annual workforce cost including super, workers' comp, leave accrual and payroll tax. Per-role granularity for accurate budgeting. For boards, fundraising decks, headcount planning.
Roles
Annual cost breakdown
On-cost: 19.3% over gross wages
Per-role breakdown
| Role | Wages | Super | WC | Leave | Group total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager × 1 | $104,000 | $12,480 | $624 | $11,960 | $129,064 |
| Customer service × 4 | $249,600 | $29,952 | $1,498 | $28,704 | $309,754 |
| Casual support × 6 | $280,800 | $33,696 | $3,650 | $0 | $318,146 |
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