Correspondence course
This distance learning course is held in German.
Correct payroll accounting forms the basis for legally compliant and efficient payroll accounting - a central task in every company. With our distance learning course, you will systematically acquire the specialist knowledge you need to create professional payroll statements and avoid legal and financial risks.
Our flexible, self-paced learning concept allows you to adapt the content to your individual needs. You benefit from practice-oriented teaching materials and have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge in four optional online seminars with our experts . An official certificate of attendance documents your newly acquired skills.
Start now and secure a sound qualification that will optimally prepare you for the challenges of payroll accounting - flexible and future-oriented!
The distance learning course was offered by the Haufe Akademie designed and is certified with the seal of quality of the Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden, University of Applied Sciences.
As part of the certification process, the quality and relevance of the content, the structure of the distance learning course, and the consistency of the advertising claims with the actual continuing education product were thoroughly examined. The distance learning course received a grade of 1.4.
The distance learning course "Payroll Accounting" has been tested and approved by the State Central Agency for Distance Learning (ZFU) in Cologne under the number 7373920.
Technical management
Hubert Wings is responsible for the content of the course. He will teach you everything you need to know for professional payroll accounting in a compact and practical format.
Learning unit
The basics of wage tax
The basics of wage tax
Author: Christine Wolf
- Income tax - what is it anyway?
- Taxable wages and tax-free wage components.
- Current and other emoluments.
- Tax characteristics, tax brackets and allowances.
- Calculation of tax deductions.
- Flat-rate taxation of wages.
- Follow-up activities: income tax, payroll journal, etc.
- Year-end closing.
Learning unit
Basics of social insurance
Basics of social insurance
Author: Hubert Wings
- Requirements for compulsory social insurance.
- The notification procedure in social insurance.
- The calculation of social security contributions.
- Social security contributions in the low-wage sector (transitional sector).
- Contributions to continued remuneration and insolvency benefit insurance.
- Online training for in-depth study
Learning unit
Fundamentals of labor law
Fundamentals of labor law
Author: Dirk Börnecke
- Fundamentals of labor and contract law.
- Flexible employment opportunities.
- Termination of employment relationships.
- Remuneration and working hours as reflected in labor law.
- The Works Constitution Act at a glance.
- All important changes to the AÜG 2017, employee data protection from May 2018 and the new maternity protection.
Learning unit
Special groups of people
Special groups of people
Author: Hubert Wings
- Employment of higher earning employees.
- Low-paid employment.
- Marginal short-term employment.
- Employment of students, interns, full-time self-employed persons.
- Employment of older employees and pensioners.
- Online training for in-depth study
Learning unit
Cash benefits and benefits in kind
Cash benefits and benefits in kind
Author: Andreas Abels
- What are non-cash benefits?
- Wage payments by third parties.
- Valuation of non-cash benefits.
- Allowances and their recording.
- Flat-rate wage tax on benefits in kind in special cases.
Learning unit
Company pension scheme
Company pension scheme
Author: Claudia Heisler
- The pension system.
- Treatment of pension insurance contributions.
- Internal and external implementation channels.
- occupational pension schemes and their treatment under tax and social security law.
- Recording and reporting obligations.
Learning unit
Travel expenses
Travel expenses
Author: Christine Wolf
- Principles of travel expense accounting.
- Tax settlement rates and benefits in kind.
- Correct definition of professional away-from-home activity.
- Types of travel expenses: travel expenses, additional meal expenses, accommodation expenses and incidental travel expenses.
- Foreign expense allowances when traveling abroad.
- Double house tour.
Learning unit
Wage garnishments
Wage garnishments
Author: Stefanie Hock
- Correct processing of wage garnishments.
- Obligations and liability risks of:the employer:in.
- Calculate garnishment amounts correctly.
- Maintenance garnishments.
- A comparison of wage assignments and wage garnishment.
Learning unit
Typical processes in payroll accounting
Typical processes in payroll accounting
Author: Andreas Abels
- New employees and employees leaving the company.
- Correctly accounting for partial pay periods.
- Payment of one-off benefits and benefits in kind.
- Payment of SFN surcharges.
Online seminars
Deepen your knowledge with our experts
Deepen your knowledge with our experts
- Online training in-depth learning unit "Basics of social insurance"
- Online training in-depth learning unit "Special groups of people"
- Online training special knowledgeemployees on short-time work"
- Online training special knowledge "Partial retirement and working time accounts"
Additional content
Benefit from additional content
Benefit from additional content
- Book "Payroll accounting"
- Specialist database: Haufe Entgelt Office Premium (free for 6 months)
Optional test
Learn when and where you want!
You can complete the course with a face-to-face examination. The prerequisite for this is completion of the "Distance learning course in payroll accounting" and participation in the final training of the "Certified payroll accountant" course. At the end of the 2-day seminar, you will take a 3-hour exam. If you book the distance learning course and the final training course at the same time, you will receive a 15% discount. Further information can be obtained from the "Distance learning course for certified payroll accountants".
Note on your personal learning environment
In your personal online learning environment, all learning content will be available to you online from the start of the distance learning course. At the same time, you will also find useful work aids, interactive learning checks, additional products for your course and the opportunity to exchange ideas with other course participants. The materials are updated regularly and are available to you without restriction for 12 months. If required, we will be happy to offer you a free extension of 6 months.
If you click on "Start free demo" above the start dates on this page, you will get a first insight into our learning environment.
Your benefit
- You will receive a systematic overview so that you can structure your payroll accounting correctly and legally compliant and also process challenging special cases.
- You will receive many tips for structuring options that will allow you to take advantage of tax benefits.
- Secure an advantage in your professional environment with the certificate and prove your knowledge in areas such as income tax, social security and many others.
- You will make contact with other participants and our subject matter experts in 4 online seminars and the community.
Procedure
You will receive helpful learning tips via your online learning environment as soon as you book. You will have access to all learning content at the start of the distance learning course.
Seven days later, you will receive all learning units in printed form.
We recommend a weekly learning time of 4-5 hours, which would allow you to complete the distance learning course in approx. 6 months.
You can expect to spend 8-12 hours per learning unit.
Recommended for
newcomers and career changers who want to acquire comprehensive expertise in payroll accounting. Employees in payroll offices, accounting and HR departments as well as experienced payroll accountants who want to update and expand their knowledge.
Distance learning with Haufe Akademie :
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Haufe Akademie 's distance learning courses offer you maximum flexibility for your professional development. They include self-study phases with modern e-learning elements and thus guarantee your learning success.
Distance learning with Haufe Akademie :
Flexible further education – when and where you want!
Flexible: You learn independently of time and place
Practice-oriented: Comprehensive knowledge, prepared for you with practical relevance
Up to date: The content in your personal online learning environment is updated on an ongoing basis.
Success confirmed: A certificate of attendance and a badge confirm your participation and the high quality of the course content
Individual: On request, we can extend the access time to all course content free of charge.
Learning community
In our learning community LUX, you can exchange ideas with other participants and share professional experiences. Network with people from all over Germany, form learning groups, help others with your own knowledge or, conversely, benefit from the knowledge of other participants. It's easier to learn together!
Further recommendations for "Distance learning course payroll accounting"
Attendees comments
"This course can only be recommended. The accompanying material provides a very good basis for payroll accounting. I liked the course because it addressed exactly the topics that occur in payroll accounting. Lots of examples! Participants are challenged to solve tasks themselves. The material is characterized by its topicality."
Diana Knappe
Lehmann + Partner GmbH, Kirchheim
"The learning units are very well structured. The exercises and examples made the content of the learning units very easy to understand."
Ulrike Schindlatz
Traurig and Stoiber tax consultants, Furth im Wald
"Well-structured scripts enable rapid learning progress. Theoretical principles are illustrated using simple but practical examples. The additional material is particularly helpful in the day-to-day work of a payroll accountant!"
Marc Bleckmann
BPS EDV-Service GmbH, Hamburg
Seminar evaluation for "Distance learning course in payroll accounting"
4.6 from 5
with 55 ratings
training content:
4.5
Content comprehensibility:
4.2
Practical relevance:
4.1
Trainer expertise:
5
Participant orientation:
5
Method variety:
4.6
Digital learning for individuals
Booking number
30310
30310
€ 1.990,-
plus VAT
approx. 90 hours
Online
with certificate
8 Events
German
Start dates and details
15.06.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.07.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.08.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.09.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.10.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.11.2025
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.02.2026
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
15.03.2026
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
Training is guaranteed to take place
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
Booking number:
30310
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Details
approx. 90 hours
Partial payments are possible for this event.
You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.
1st partial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 663.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 663.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.
Flexible start
It is possible to join between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339-00
incl. book "Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung", Haufe Verlag
Distance learning courses in payroll accounting - acquiring the basics or further training for more specialist knowledge
When it comes to wages and salaries in companies, profound expertise is required. Payroll accountants and payroll clerks must be familiar with current legislation and also master specialized topics such as salary conversion or travel expense accounting. The distance learning courses for payroll accounting offered by Haufe Akademie offer you the opportunity to further your education comprehensively and regardless of location.
Online payroll accounting seminars - learn flexibly and from any location
In the modern working world, the legal requirements for correct payroll accounting are constantly changing. How are part-time or parental leave booked? What are the special features of travel expense accounting? Payroll accountants need clear answers to these and other questions. With the distance learning courses on payroll accounting, the Haufe Akademie All accounting and management employees have the opportunity to build expertise at their own pace, alongside their work. Whether at home on the weekend or on the go, the content of the online learning environment for payroll seminars is accessible anytime, anywhere.
Practical expertise in the online payroll accounting course
The range of topics covered in the distance learning courses for payroll accounting Haufe Akademie is broad and covers everything payroll accountants need to know. The online seminars cover the basics of wages and salaries, payroll taxes, details and information on labor law and social security, and important basics regarding benefits in kind and non-cash benefits.
The range of seminars also covers important specialist knowledge relating to payroll accounting, such as partial retirement and company pension schemes. These topics in particular play an important role with regard to the state pension, for example. Travel expenses are also a topic that payroll accountants should be familiar with.
All distance learning courses on payroll accounting offered here are developed on the basis of current legal requirements and the latest practical knowledge. Your big advantage: The course content has a very high practical relevance, so that you can apply the knowledge you have acquired online directly at your workplace.
Further training in payroll accounting with certificate at the end
With the distance learning courses of Haufe Akademie With this course on the topic of "payroll accounting," you'll not only expand your knowledge in this area, but you'll also have the opportunity to complete your training with a certificate. You'll take an exam after the course and receive a recognized certification upon successful completion.
Web seminars as distance learning for newcomers and managers in payroll accounting
Our distance learning courses for payroll accounting are designed for different levels of competence and experience. Haufe Akademie find both newcomers We offer suitable online courses on payroll accounting for both beginners and advanced learners. All information about the e-learning offerings can be found in the respective course descriptions on our website.
Now you can build up valuable know-how with a distance learning course for payroll accounting and learn practically online – with the Haufe Akademie !
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