Payroll / Employee Compensation
Legally compliant, transparent, efficient
Maximum benefit for your employees
With Trinity Tax, you receive legally compliant and transparent payroll for your employees – efficiently prepared and always in line with German law.
We handle the complete payroll process, including all notifications to the tax authorities and social security institutions, so you can focus on your core business.
Our Core Services
Ongoing Payroll Processing
Monthly payroll for all employees, including variable and one-time payments
Electronic reporting to tax authorities, health insurance and other agencies
Preparation and digital delivery of payslips via DATEV or PDF
- Digital access to all payroll data for management/HR
Employee Compensation & Remuneration Design
- Structuring of compensation models (fixed salary, bonuses, allowances, one-time payments)
- Tax optimisation of benefits, such as company cars, vouchers or perks
- Advice on variable pay components and net salary optimisation
Social Security & Pension Audits
Check of your payroll and employee data on completeness and correctness along with necessary documentation
Advise on improvements for your internal processes based on the audit findings
Preparation, support and handling of pension audits including communication with tax auditors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a payroll statement?
A payroll statement lists all components of an employee’s salary and compensation. This includes gross salary, statutory deductions (taxes and social security contributions), allowances, bonuses, and the net salary. It also documents the calculation basis and serves as proof for both employees and tax authorities.
What are the rules for payroll statements?
Payroll statements must be legally compliant, transparent, and auditable. This includes compliance with tax regulations, payment of social security contributions, and complete documentation of all salary components. Timely preparation and secure record-keeping are also mandatory.
Who is liable for errors in payroll?
Generally, the employer is responsible for errors in payroll, especially if they result in incorrect tax or social security payments.
When payroll is professionally outsourced to a tax advisor or payroll service, that provider is responsible for accurate calculation and documentation.
What does net income optimization mean?
Net income optimization means the increase of the net income of your employees without increasing your costs as an employer due to
- Use of tax free benefits or lump sums
- Optimization of benefit in kinds such as vouchers or travel expense subsidies
- Consideration of social security and pension payments