Tax advice for companies

German tax advice

For Companies

Ongoing tax support, annual accounts and structuring advice. We guide your company proactively through all tax questions - from bookkeeping to tax audits.

Tax advice rethought

Our aim is to make tax advice better, more modern and more service-oriented. For you this means: clear responsibilities, prompt processing, transparent costs and an adviser who thinks ahead - not just when the tax office comes knocking.

Every company is different. That is why you decide the scope of our services and the pace. Would you like only the annual accounts? Of course. Do you want full support including structuring advice and bookkeeping? Equally welcome.

Our services at a glance

  • Financial and payroll accounting
  • Annual accounts and tax returns
  • Structuring advice and tax optimisation
  • Tax audit support
  • Business management advice
  • International client support

Our focus areas in business advisory

From ongoing bookkeeping to structuring advice: four areas form the backbone of our support for business owners.

Tailored support

You decide which services you delegate to us and in what form. Whether full bookkeeping, annual accounts only or support with a specific special situation - we tailor our work precisely to your requirements. Appointments are usually available at short notice.

Active structuring advice

Good tax advice starts before a decision is made, not after. We assess the tax implications of investments, changes of legal form and corporate structures, inform you early about relevant legislative changes and present options for action. Our goal: to reduce your tax burden in a sustainable and legally sound manner.

Bookkeeping and annual accounts

We take over your financial and payroll accounting, prepare VAT advance returns and payroll calculations on time, and deliver annual accounts by the date you require. Meaningful management reports also provide the basis for your business decisions.

Tax audit support

From the audit order to the closing meeting, we stand at your side. We prepare documents and processes, handle all communication with the auditor, negotiate disputed points and review the audit report. Your day-to-day operations remain protected and you can focus on your core business.

Further services for companies

In addition to our focus areas, we offer a broad range of specialised services - from payroll processing to international tax questions.

Financial accounting

Ongoing bookkeeping, account reconciliation and management reports

Payroll accounting

Monthly payroll processing, payroll tax returns and social security notifications

VAT

Advance returns, annual returns and advice on intra-Community supplies

Choice of legal form and restructuring

Tax-optimised structuring for start-ups, conversions and company sales

Business management advice

Key figure analysis, financial planning and support for financing discussions

International tax law

Double tax treaties, transfer pricing and permanent establishment questions from one source

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most important questions about tax advice for companies.

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Ongoing support covers all recurring tax obligations of your company: financial and payroll accounting, VAT advance returns, payroll tax returns, annual accounts and the associated tax returns. In addition, we advise you on investments, restructurings and tax elections, and keep you actively informed about relevant legislative changes. You decide which services you delegate to us and which remain in-house.

Consultation appointments are usually available at short notice. Our fixed office hours, Monday to Thursday from 07:00 to 13:00 and 13:30 to 16:00, and Friday from 07:00 to 13:00, mean you can rely on reaching us.

For the annual accounts we require the complete financial accounting for the financial year, bank statements for all business accounts, the fixed asset register and documents relating to provisions, inventories, outstanding receivables and liabilities. We also need contracts, loan statements and supporting documents for special items. We provide you with a checklist tailored to your company so that the documents reach us in full and in good order.

A tax audit begins with the audit order and usually covers several assessment periods. Thorough preparation is essential: complete documents, clearly documented facts and co-ordinated communication with the auditor. We support you from the audit order through the ongoing audit to the closing meeting, negotiate disputed points and protect your position. Your day-to-day business operations remain as undisturbed as possible.

Yes. International matters are one of our core competences. We advise on double tax treaties, transfer pricing, permanent establishment questions and controlled foreign corporation rules. Through our international adviser network we can also co-ordinate tax questions in more than 40 countries, so that you receive joined-up advice in Germany and abroad.

The process begins with a free initial consultation in which we clarify your situation, your expectations and your existing tax support. You then receive a transparent proposal based on the German Tax Advisers' Remuneration Ordinance (StBVV). After signing the authorisations, we take over communication with the tax office and co-ordinate with your previous adviser so that the transition is seamless and straightforward for you.

Ready for a new tax adviser?

Whether ongoing support, annual accounts or structuring advice - talk to us about your requirements. The initial consultation is free of charge and without obligation.