Payroll & Employing Staff in Austria

International companies have several options when employing people who live and work in Austria. The appropriate setup depends on the company's existing structure, the number of employees in Austria and the level of local presence it intends to establish.

We help international employers determine the most suitable employment and payroll model and provide ongoing support with Austrian payroll, wage tax, social security and reporting obligations.

Direct Employment in Austria

A foreign company may employ staff in Austria directly without establishing an Austrian subsidiary. In this case, the foreign company remains the legal employer while Austrian payroll, wage tax, social security and employer registration requirements are handled locally. We support foreign employers with the necessary registrations and provide ongoing Austrian payroll and compliance services.

Direct Employment in Austria

Employer of Record (EOR) in Austria

Where a foreign company does not wish to employ an Austrian-based employee directly, an Employer of Record solution may provide an alternative.

Under an EOR arrangement, the employee is employed by a local Austrian employer while working operationally for the foreign company. Depending on the specific arrangement, Austrian employment law and labour leasing requirements must be considered.

We can advise international companies on whether an EOR structure is appropriate and coordinate the required Austrian payroll, tax and employment-related processes.

Employer of Record (EOR) in Austria

Where a foreign company does not wish to employ an Austrian-based employee directly, an Employer of Record solution may provide an alternative.

We can advise international companies on whether an EOR structure is appropriate and coordinate the required Austrian payroll, tax and employment-related processes.

Austrian Entity & Local Payroll

For companies establishing a more substantial or long-term presence in Austria, employing staff through an Austrian subsidiary or other local entity may be the most appropriate solution.

In this case, we provide the complete Austrian payroll setup and ongoing payroll administration and can integrate payroll with accounting, corporate taxation and financial reporting.

Austrian Entity & Local Payroll

For companies establishing a more substantial or long-term presence in Austria, employing staff through an Austrian subsidiary or other local entity may be the most appropriate solution.

In this case, we provide the complete Austrian payroll setup and ongoing payroll administration and can integrate payroll with accounting, corporate taxation and financial reporting.

/ Our Austrian Payroll Services /

Regardless of the employment model, our services can include:

For international companies, this means having a single Austrian point of contact who can help determine whether direct employment, an Employer of Record solution or employment through an Austrian entity is the most suitable setup and ensure that the resulting payroll and tax obligations are handled reliably.

Austrian employer and employee registrations

Monthly payroll and salary calculations

Austrian wage tax and social security

Payroll-related statutory filings

Processing of employee onboarding and departures

Payroll documentation and electronic payslips

Payroll reporting for international finance and HR teams

Support with bonuses, benefits and cross-border remuneration

Advise on employment-related matters

Support during Austrian payroll tax and social security audits

FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about our firm, our services and working with red tax.

Can a foreign company employ staff in Austria without establishing an Austrian subsidiary?

Does a foreign employer need Austrian payroll for employees working in Austria?

What is included in Austrian payroll services for international companies?

Can you handle Austrian payroll reporting for a foreign parent company's finance or HR team?

What tax issues should an international company consider when hiring its first employee in Austria?

/ Other Services /

Market Entry & Tax Structuring in Austria

VAT & Tax Compliance in Austria

Employee Assignments & Posting to Austria

European Expansion & International Business Support

Accounting, Financial Reporting & Corporate Tax

Market Entry & Tax Structuring in Austria

VAT & Tax Compliance in Austria

Employee Assignments & Posting to Austria

European Expansion & International Business Support

Accounting, Financial Reporting & Corporate Tax

Market Entry & Tax Structuring in Austria

VAT & Tax Compliance in Austria

Employee Assignments & Posting to Austria

European Expansion & International Business Support

Accounting, Financial Reporting & Corporate Tax

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red tax Steuerberatung GmbH

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red tax Steuerberatung GmbH

Museumstraße 3b/16

1070 Wien

Contact Us

+43 (676) 949 85 05

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Book your online appointment directly. No waiting.

Choose a time that works for you and discuss your tax or business matter directly with our team.

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Address

red tax Steuerberatung GmbH

Museumstraße 3b/16

1070 Wien

Contact Us

+43 (676) 949 85 05

office@red-tax.at

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