Brasser Accounting Solutions* (BAS*) provides digital, fully managed payroll services in Germany for international companies, foreign founders and global teams. Whether you operate a German subsidiary or hire remote staff in Germany, BAS* ensures accurate payroll runs, compliant reporting and seamless communication with all German authorities. As a German payroll provider for international companies, we focus on clarity and reliability for non-German employers.
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Why Payroll Services in Germany matter
Definition: Payroll Services in Germany refer to the accurate calculation of wages, taxes, social contributions, mandatory reporting, and documentation required by German authorities, managed by a certified service provider like BAS*.
Quick explanation
German payroll is one of the most regulated payroll systems worldwide. BAS* offers a fully digital payroll service for international companies looking to hire employees in Germany, with payroll, tax and social security included, without navigating German regulations themselves. We handle all operational tasks, reporting duties, and compliance requirements for German payroll for foreign companies.
For international companies, navigating German payroll obligations can quickly become overwhelming, especially when you want to hire employees in Germany and ensure payroll, tax and social security are correct (often searched for as hire employees in Germany payroll). BAS* functions as your external payroll department: transparent, reliable and always reachable.
Good to know: Get a quote for German payroll services ». Together with our partner Quint GmbH we can also offer tax advisory services if required. For German readers, our blog articles on Lohnbuchhaltung outsourcen and Buchhaltung optimieren provide additional context.
How BAS* manages payroll for international companies
We combine automation, compliance expertise and personal support to ensure your employees in Germany are paid correctly and on time, every month. With BAS*, payroll outsourcing Germany becomes a structured, long-term solution instead of a one-off project.
All documents and employee data are processed digitally.
Monthly wage calculation, payslips, and reporting are included.
BAS* manages all mandatory notifications and filings.
One dedicated contact handles all your German payroll needs.
Practical tip
Companies achieve the best results when outsourcing payroll and accounting together. BAS* provides both services, fully integrated and aligned with German legal requirements. You can start with payroll and gradually expand to digital accounting as described in our German articles on digitale Buchhaltung and Finanzbuchhaltung auslagern.
German payroll law & compliance
- Income tax: mandatory monthly payroll tax filings (Lohnsteueranmeldung)
- Social security: health, pension, unemployment & nursing care insurance
- Reporting obligations: DEÜV notifications, certificates, employer documentation
- Minimum wage compliance: including industry-specific requirements
- DSGVO/GDPR: secure handling of employee data and digital archiving
Official resources
Insights & regulations: German Ministry of Finance · DATEV · Wolters Kluwer
Benefits & ROI for foreign companies
Your key advantages
- Full compliance: BAS* ensures error-free filings and legally compliant payroll.
- No German expertise required: we guide you through all obligations.
- Lower operational cost: no internal payroll admin needed.
- Fast onboarding: employees can be paid correctly from the first month.
ROI perspective
Outsourcing payroll in Germany saves significant time and prevents compliance risks. BAS* acts as your long-term partner for German payroll for foreign companies, ensuring transparency, accuracy and smooth HR operations.
Software, systems & integrations
BAS* uses certified systems such as DATEV and ADDISON by Wolters Kluwer. These platforms ensure audit-proof processes and seamless integrations and are also used in our broader accounting services.
- Certified payroll engines: DATEV Lohn & ADDISON
- Automations: rules, templates, plausibility checks
- Interfaces: ERP, HR systems, accounting software
- Scalability: built for startups, SMEs and global corporations
FAQ for international employers
How long does it take to set up German payroll?
Usually 1 to 3 weeks depending on registration steps and the number of employees.
Do I need a German entity?
You can hire via EoR providers or set up a German subsidiary. BAS* supports both models and can advise on which setup is better for your long-term payroll outsourcing Germany strategy.
Can BAS* also manage accounting?
Yes. BAS* offers digital accounting and payroll as a fully integrated service. If you later decide to extend your setup, our German guides on outsourcing financial accounting and digital bookkeeping provide a helpful overview.
Conclusion & Contact
Efficient and compliant payroll in Germany is crucial for international companies. With BAS*, you benefit from digital processes, personal support and seamless reporting, allowing you to focus on growth while we manage your German payroll operations as your German payroll provider for international companies.
