Payroll redefined

Payroll that works.
Every month.

Whether you've handled your payroll yourself or outsourced it, cleverlohn takes care of everything for you. Digitally, automatically, and with a dedicated contact person by your side.

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the solution

Payroll. Fully digital. All in one place.

Payroll processing, time tracking, master data, digital approvals, and pay stubs in the employee app. No need to switch between tools, no duplicate data entry.

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What it looks like in practice

Your Day-to-Day Work with cleverlohn

Three insights into the platform and how you can use it every day.

Overview

All the changes at a glance, every month.

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Employee data

Your employees manage their own data.

Digital App

You can access it anytime, from anywhere.

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HOW IT WORKS

3 steps. Then everything will work.

With a true onboarding specialist by your side.

1
Transfer data.

Whether you're starting a new business or taking over an existing payroll office, we'll transfer your data and set everything up for you.

2
The team enters the data.
You confirm it.

Employees enter times and dates directly into the platform.

3
Final check. Approve. Done.

Just one click, and we'll take care of the rest.

YOUR GOAL

Accurate pay slips. Every month. Effortlessly.

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Your benefits

What changes. From day one.

The direct comparison: before and after.

without cleverlohn

Payroll as constant stress

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  • No dedicated contact person.
  • Tools, spreadsheets, and tax firm are separate.
  • The error risk is yours.
with Cleverlohn

Payroll is processed. Every month.

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  • Dedicated payroll accountant.
  • Everything in one place with one login.
  • Payroll is checked to prevent errors.
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Integrated with

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Personio
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CLEVERLOHN

For everyone who employs a great team.

Whether you're a company, a start-up, or a tax consultancy firm, cleverlohn adapts to your situation.

For Companies

Do you run a company with 1 to well over 100 employees and no longer want to handle payroll yourself or outsource it expensively? cleverlohn takes care of everything: digitally, with a dedicated contact person, a trial run, and personal support.

  • Complete and on-time payroll every month
  • HR platform & time tracking included
  • All reports & certificates automatically

For Start-ups

You're hiring fast, but don't want to handle payroll yourself or outsource it expensively? cleverlohn grows with you from your first hire to a team of over 100 people. Digital, with a dedicated contact person, and no need to switch tools during your next funding round.

  • A platform that grows with you, from your first hire to a large team
  • Quick start without lengthy setup
  • A dedicated contact person who keeps pace with you

For tax firms

You already provide comprehensive support to your clients, but no longer want to handle payroll yourself? cleverlohn takes over the complete payroll accounting for your clients, including financial accounting integration so the data lands directly with you.

  • Full payroll outsourcing
  • Transfer to your accounting system
  • Your clients stay with you

For Payroll Firms & Successors

You’ve spent years building your payroll firm with a solid client base and a dedicated team, and you don’t want to let that go to waste. If you’re currently considering selling or finding a successor, we’re a strategic buyer with industry expertise. cleverlohn is part of the Integral Group, the growing DACH platform for payroll and accounting. We acquire payroll firms with a view to long-term growth, not resale.

  • Your life's work will be preserved. Clients and staff will be retained.
  • A binding offer within 4–6 weeks, with a 100% discreet process.
  • A strategic buyer with an operational focus, not a financial investor.
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What Linda says

"The cleverlohn team was then able to tell us exactly what information was missing and what we needed to add. The team was truly great — the support from our personal contacts was particularly valuable."

Linda Strauch

People Culture Manager, spized

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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS

Here's what other companies have to say.

Success Stories
Success Stories
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“I would recommend cleverlohn to everyone, especially startups and scale-ups. There's simply no downside to improving and digitizing the service. It saves time, costs, and hassle.”

Matteo Bennedetti

Founder, Debtist

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions.

What companies most often want to know before they talk to us.

What types of businesses is cleverlohn suitable for?

For companies with 1 to well over 100 employees that are digitally savvy and no longer want to handle payroll themselves. From startups to restaurants to agencies. We adapt to your setup.

How does the onboarding process work?

Faster than you think. During an initial consultation, we’ll get to know your business and determine what you need. Then you’ll provide us with your master data, and we’ll set everything up. Your personal contact will reach out, introduce themselves, and guide you through your first payroll run. You’ll typically be up and running within a few weeks.

What happens if my law firm has handled everything so far?

This is the most common scenario. We’ll retrieve all the relevant data from your current law firm and handle the seamless transition for you. You don’t have to worry about a thing.

Will I really be assigned a dedicated contact person?

Yes. You’ll be assigned a dedicated payroll accountant who knows your business, understands your specific needs, and guides you through each month. No rotating service centers—just one person by name who you can reach directly.

What integrations are available?

cleverlohn integrates with popular financial accounting and HR systems, including DATEV, Agenda, Personio, Lexware, and Addison. If needed, we can also integrate industry-specific tools, such as gastromatic for the restaurant industry. If you’re unsure whether your setup is compatible, feel free to contact us.

Can I try out cleverlohn first?

Yes. You can check out the platform for yourself in a demo and walk through it with us. This will give you a realistic sense of how cleverlohn works in everyday use before you make your decision.

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Payroll that runs completely seamlessly.We'll show you how.

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