Integral takes over cleverlohn and announces financing

Berlin-based technology and services group Integral has announced the acquisition of cleverlohn, one of the leading digital providers for payroll and HR management in Germany. The move is an important building block in the company's journey to build Europe's leading AI-powered platform for accounting, tax and payroll. In addition, Integral announced further financing, bringing the total volume to 12 million euros.

Strategic expansion of the offering

With the integration of cleverlohn, Integral is expanding its portfolio with in-depth expertise in the area of payroll and HR. Both companies are pursuing the vision of relieving the burden on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through automation, AI support and networked processes.

cleverlohn will continue to operate as an independent company and brand, but will gain access to Integral's proprietary AI solutions to make services more efficient and scalable.

This acquisition is a major step forward. cleverlohn's expertise in payroll and HR perfectly complements our offering.

Lukas Zörner, co-founder and CEO of Integral

Challenges in the German SME sector

SMEs in Germany are facing increasing challenges: rising regulatory requirements, outdated systems and a shortage of skilled workers. The combination of Integral's AI technology and cleverlohn's established payroll expertise should give companies better access to automated processes, real-time analyses and reliable support in the future.

Further development through fresh capital

In addition to the acquisition, Integral announced an expansion of its existing financing. Investors such as General Catalyst, Cherry Ventures and Puzzle Ventures are once again participating. The funds will be used for product development, AI development and team expansion.

By using AI and further developing our product, we can support our teams and customers even better

Darleen Warda, co-founder and Managing Director of cleverlohn

Back in spring 2025, we reported on a EUR 6.3 million round for Integral.

New forces in the market for digital financial processes

The acquisition marks a further step in a rapidly changing industry in which AI is increasingly becoming the standard technology. Integral is thus positioning itself as one of the key players in the European market for digital finance, tax and payroll solutions.