Getting Paid: Invoice & Payment

The Payment Process

Here's how you get paid for your work on Automate America.

Payment Flow

1. <strong>You submit timesheet</strong> (weekly)
2. <strong>Customer approves</strong> (1-3 business days)
3. <strong>Invoice generated</strong> (automatic)
4. <strong>Customer pays invoice</strong> (Net-15 or Net-30)
5. <strong>You receive payment</strong> (direct deposit)

Invoice Generation

Once your timesheet is approved, an invoice is automatically created.

Invoice Details Include

• Hours worked and rates
• Overtime calculations
• Approved expenses
• Applicable fees
• Total amount due

Viewing Your Invoices

Go to <strong>Dashboard</strong> > <strong>Invoices</strong> to see:

• Pending invoices
• Paid invoices
• Invoice details and PDF download

Payment Terms

Payment timing depends on the contract:

Most contracts use Net-15 or Net-30.

Receiving Payment

Direct Deposit Setup

1. Go to <strong>Settings</strong> > <strong>Banking</strong>
2. Enter your bank account details
3. Verify via small test deposits
4. Confirm setup

Payment Schedule

• Payments are processed weekly
• Deposits typically arrive within 2-3 business days
• You'll receive an email notification

Automate America Service Fee

A small service fee is deducted from each payment:

• This covers platform operations
• Fee is transparent in your invoice
• Varies by contract type

Tax Documents

At year end, you'll receive a 1099-NEC for tax purposes:

• Available in <strong>Settings</strong> > <strong>Tax Documents</strong>
• Reflects all payments for the calendar year
• Consult a tax professional for filing guidance