cleverlohn payroll software

The smart payroll software

With cleverlohn payroll software, payroll finally runs smoothly: clearly structured, digital, and with personal support. Everything from a single source, including a smart HR platform.

You stay in control, we handle the details. That's what modern payroll feels like.

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“cleverlohn offers us expert support, direct communication, and reliable processing. For us, the decision to outsource payroll was absolutely the right one.”

Frannz-Club

Managing Director

"What impresses me most is the prompt response. For any questions, we are guaranteed to receive a clear answer on the same day. Cleverlohn thinks proactively and follows up on timesheets before errors can occur."

Vanessa W.

Management & Operations (3 Locations)

What exactly is payroll software?

Payroll software forms the basis for accurate payroll processing. It gathers all relevant data in one place, makes calculations transparent, and replaces error-prone Excel solutions. This way, you maintain an overview even with inquiries or audits.

cleverlohn goes beyond traditional software: Our platform guides you securely through the process, automatically checks entries, and provides a trial payroll run for verification. And because technology alone doesn't solve everything, personal payroll accountants are always there to assist you.

Benefits of a Payroll Software

Everything in one place!

If you've been processing payroll manually or using a solution that manages rather than supports, you're familiar with the typical pitfalls: duplicated effort, lack of transparency, and uncertainty with special cases. Modern payroll software takes precisely this pressure out of the process.

With cleverlohn, you work in a central platform where all data converges. Changes take effect immediately, absences are recorded, and automatic checks highlight anomalies early on. This saves time, provides security, and ensures structured processes.

cleverlohn combines software and personal service so that you don't have to do everything yourself or lose track.

Benefits for your company:
  • Time Savings: Up to 80% less effort through automation and integrations.
  • Cost Savings: No printing, postage, or storage costs, and avoidance of fines.
  • Mobile Access: Employees download statements themselves via app or portal.
  • Security: GDPR-compliant and GoBD-compliant payroll.
  • Sustainability: less paper = environmentally friendly.
  • Scalability: From 1 to 250 employees. cleverlohn grows with you.
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Key Features modern payroll software

Payroll software is about more than just calculations. It's crucial that data is meticulously maintained, changes are recorded transparently, and payrolls are securely generated. That's exactly what cleverlohn is designed for.

You work with central master data, add monthly changes, and automatic checks alert you to discrepancies early on. Before the final payroll, you can transparently review everything with a trial run, completely without surprises. All documents are automatically stored in a structured manner and are accessible at any time.

cleverlohn works completely online, without installation or updates. The result is not complicated software, but a clear process with personal service, so you can keep track without getting lost in details.

Payroll Software in comparison

Anyone dealing with payroll often faces a choice: pure software or pure service. Both have advantages and clear limitations. Software works well for straightforward cases, but leaves you unsupported when complex issues arise. Traditional payroll offices take work off your hands, but usually offer little transparency and few digital processes.

cleverlohn combines both. You work digitally and efficiently, while experienced payroll accountants handle and secure your payroll. No email chaos, no uncertainty! Instead, clear processes and personal service. For many SMEs, this is exactly the mix that grows with them and reliably provides relief.

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App

Here's the Payroll App

The central hub of your payroll management

Payroll software for businesses?

SMEs need simple processes that work quickly and remain reliable even as complexity grows. That's exactly what cleverlohn is designed for.

Whether you're a small team or a growing company, you get a solution that's easy to understand, creates structured processes, and is supported by experienced payroll accountants. Especially in industries with high employee turnover, cleverlohn ensures order and flexibly grows with your company. From onboarding to payroll!

Legal compliance with Payroll software

Payroll documents must be complete, traceable, and well-organized, especially for future audits. Modern payroll software helps by automatically archiving documents and transparently recording all changes.

With cleverlohn, all relevant documents are stored digitally and in a structured way. Access is clearly regulated, and personal data is protected, so you don't have to worry about technical details. This keeps everything clear, secure, and auditable at all times.

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In 3 simple steps Generate payrolls

We make getting started super easy:

The data is transferred once. After that, everything runs automatically. No interruptions due to vacation or illness.

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  1. Step 1: Transfer data.
    Employee questionnaires are a thing of the past. We retrieve all master data from your previous system. Invite your employees to digitally record their master and dynamic data. Everything is done in minutes.
  2. Step 2: Use the platform.
    Easily record all working hours, absences, and special payments online.
  3. Step 3: Receive your payroll.
    We create, check, and deliver your Digital Payroll. Your employees can simply download their payroll documents themselves.
Services

Our All-Inclusive Package: The payroll software you need, starting from €13 per payslip.

cleverlohn is more than just payroll processing: All-in-one payroll service & HR platform. No extra costs. No surprises. Everything included.

Personal Support

If you have specific questions, just reach out to your dedicated payroll accountant directly via email, chat, or phone.

Payslip
online

Invite all employees to manage their own personal data and download their payslip.

100% Transparency, Anytime

Deadlines, confirmed monthly closings, processing statuses, and processed employees in your calendar overview.

Flexible Master Data Management

Not every month is the same. Easily record all working hours, absences, and special payments online.

Timely Reminders

To ensure timely payroll processing, we send you reminders for the approval of all relevant data.

Tax Advisor Integration

We handle the integration of your tax advisor and create the interface for a smooth process

Reliable payroll processing with cleverlohn.

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Price comparison

One price for all.

Our All-Inclusive Price: As simple as cleverlohn
Always plan with confidence. No base fee. No additional costs.

cleverlohn

Starting from 13€
per payroll
(plus VAT)
All-inclusive
  • Dedicated payroll specialist included
  • All HR software features included
  • Employee access included
  • Base price
    incl.
  • Employee registration and deregistration
    incl.
  • Certificates, such as employment certificates
    incl.
  • Annual reports
    incl.
  • Communication flat fee
    incl.

Other providers

...€


Complex cost structures
  • Personal payroll accountant included
  • All HR software functions included
  • Employee access included
  • Base price
    18 €
  • Onboarding and offboarding of employees
    18 €
  • Certificates, such as employment certificates
    15 €
  • Annual declarations
    20 €
  • Communication flat rate
    15 €

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Frequently Asked Questions for payroll software

How much does payroll software cost?

Costs depend on the number of your employees and the desired scope of services. With cleverlohn, you pay per payroll from 13 €. We rely on a transparent model that includes software and personal service. You will receive a customized offer for your company.

How secure is my data with cleverlohn?

With cleverlohn, your personal data is securely stored: You operate fully GDPR-compliant and receive GoBD-compliant statements. All documents are centrally available to you, so you always maintain an overview, even if an audit is due.

Who is payroll software suitable for?

For all companies that process wages or salaries and are looking for a solution that simplifies processes, reduces errors, and simultaneously ensures transparency, without having to build up their own payroll expertise.

What makes cleverlohn different from other tools?

cleverlohn is not an either-or choice, but rather a combination of digital payroll software and personal payroll accounting service. You benefit from automation while having real expertise by your side.

How does the payroll preview work?

The draft payroll statement shows you the complete payroll in advance. This allows you to identify discrepancies early and make adjustments before anything is reported or paid out. Only once you approve it, will the official payroll statement be generated with your changes.

Can my tax advisor still be involved?

Yes, that's easily possible. Many companies use cleverlohn for ongoing payroll processing while continuing to work with their tax advisor for annual financial statements or other tax-related matters.

Why should I choose cleverlohn?

cleverlohn means: trained and experienced specialists, clear processes even beyond the web app, and a full team effort for handling your payroll.

Testimonials

What other companies say about cleverlohn's payroll software.

Niklas Rotter

Fahrwerk GzR

Mehr als zufrieden endlich eine Lösung für die Lohnbuchhaltung gefunden zu haben. Reaktionszeit stets innerhalb von Minuten und für die verschiedensten Fälle und Angelegenheiten mit den richtigen Antworten bereit stehend. Weiter so!

Moritz Kühl

Geschäftsführer der KNH

Die Idee von cleverlohn war für uns ausschlaggebend – jung, dynamisch und digital. Dieser Ansatz hat uns überzeugt, weil wir immer nach einer sauberen, digitalen Lösung gesucht haben. Wir sind happy mit der Entscheidung, das extern zu machen.

Marten Pieper

lexhub

Wir haben mit cleverlohn seit über einem halben Jahr eine super Erfahrung gemacht. Immer pünktliche und korrekte Lohnscheine, sofortige Hilfe bei Fragen durch das Team, sowie wie ein einfacher digitaler Zugang mit allen Informationen ermöglichen uns mehr Zeit für strategische HR-Fragen.

Linda Strauch

spized

Wir schätzen den Einsatz von cleverlohn und unserer persönlichen Lohnbuchhalterin sehr und sind froh, dass wir jetzt endlich jemanden haben, der wirklich Ahnung von dem hat, was er tut.

Matteo Benedetti

Debtist

Die alte Lohnbuchhaltung war unglaublich intransparent und hat uns viel Zeit gekostet. Bei cleverlohn haben wir jetzt eine acht- bis zehnfache Zeitersparnis und deutlich weniger Aufwand.

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