PAYROLL BLOG
- Matthias Winkler
Tax Treatment of Security Measures and Personal Protection in Germany
When employers implement personal protection measures or security installations for their employees, careful attention must be paid to the associated
- Matthias Winkler
Navigating Short-Time Work (Kurzarbeit) Amidst Germany’s Economic Downturn in Autumn 2024
As Germany faces economic challenges in Autumn 2024, many companies are experiencing reduced demand and are considering implementing short-time work,
- Matthias Winkler
Economic Downturn in Germany: Employer Obligations in Termination and Severance Payments
The current economic situation in Germany is challenging. With the downturn in the economy during Autumn 2024, many companies are
- Matthias Winkler
Tax and Social Security Considerations for Employers Regarding Christmas Parties, Christmas Bonuses, and Employee Gifts in Germany
As the festive season approaches, employers in Germany often consider organizing Christmas parties, distributing Christmas bonuses, and giving gifts to
- Matthias Winkler
Update 2024: Travel Expenses in Germany: Key Tax Considerations for Employers and Employees
Managing travel expenses correctly is an essential aspect of payroll and tax compliance for businesses …
- Matthias Winkler
Timely Flat-Rate Income Taxation: Why It’s Crucial for International Employee Assignments
In the context of international employee assignments, the timely flat-rate income taxation („Zeitnahe Pauschalierung der …
- Matthias Winkler
Payroll and Tax Changes in Germany: Key Impacts of the 2024 Tax Reform Act
The German „Steuerfortentwicklungsgesetz“ (Tax Development Act), effective in 2024, brings several important changes to payroll …
- Matthias Winkler
Christmas Parties, Company Outings, and Corporate Events: Tax and Social Security Considerations for Employers in Germany
In Germany, many companies organize Christmas parties, corporate outings, or similar events to boost employee …
- Matthias Winkler
FG Niedersachsen Case 8 K 66/22: Implications for Employers on Employee Farewell Events
The recent ruling by the Finance Court of Lower Saxony (FG Niedersachsen, Case 8 K …
- Matthias Winkler
Payroll Tax Considerations for Home Office and Co-Working Spaces
With the shift towards remote working, employers in Germany face new challenges in payroll tax …