Frequently asked questions about employee benefits

Does the jungle of employee benefits leave you breaking into a cold sweat? Does it feel like there are so many things to figure out that you don’t even know where to start? Are tax limits on benefits giving you a headache?

In this blog, we’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions about employee benefits to make your life a little easier.

I have never distributed benefits before

Distributing and managing benefits can feel complicated. At Smartum, benefit processes are designed to be simple. You don’t have to guess which benefits your employees would prefer — you can distribute the same total amount to everyone. Let your employees decide what best supports their well-being.

If you’re distributing benefits for the very first time, start by reading this post on the basics of benefit distribution: The four decisions every benefit distributor makes(at the moment only in Finnish).

To meet the tax authority's requirements for tax-free benefits, they must be distributed equally. Learn more about how to use our benefit distribution tools to manage benefits, even when not all employees are full-time or some join mid-year.: The nature of the employment relationship guides benefit distribution (at the moment only in Finnish).

We’re often asked how other companies distribute benefits. That’s why we’ve outlined Smartum’s own benefit practices: Employee benefits at Smartum.

In our Help Center, you can explore Smartum's range of employee benefits (in English), jotta osaat valita omille työntekijöillesi sopivimmat edut.

You can find articles related to using benefits here (in English).

I have distributed benefits before in Smartum Plus

If you're already a pro at distributing employee benefits, our article on the 2025 tax limits for employee benefits might be helpful to you.

If you're wondering how to get more out of your benefit budget, check out our article where we share the best tips for optimizing your benefit budget.

What are the best practices for managing benefits when the benefit period is about to change? Read how to prepare for benefit distribution in the upcoming period.

Read in our Help Center how to add and remove employees in Smartum Plus.

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