CSRD Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used CSRD
Sven L.
Last position:
Project Controller at Iqony
- Acting as project controller for the STEAM sub-project within Iqony's long-term modernisation programme for an industrial water demineralisation plant at the BP refinery site in Gelsenkirchen-Scholven alongside the parallel WATER sub-project
- Managing cost control, SAP PS data integrity and project tracking in a challenging data environment
Jörg K.
Last position:
Interim Project Manager at Rubix Holding Deutschland GmbH
- Rubix is Europe’s largest supplier of industrial parts and maintenance solutions (approx. 3 bn € turnover, private equity owned). Reported to the COO of the DACH subsidiary, leading a major restructuring project.
- Project Governance: Established robust governance structures (project charter, governance plan, communication structures), ensuring transparency and executive alignment.
- Logistics Restructuring: Consolidated multiple distribution centers into two central hubs, optimizing cost efficiency and service levels.
- Team Leadership: Directed a core team of 9, guiding planning and execution in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
- Project Planning: Developed and validated a comprehensive project plan, translating high-level milestones into actionable work packages.
- Risk Management: Implemented risk register and root-cause analysis to proactively mitigate project risks.
- C-level Reporting: Presented project status and recommendations to the Steering Committee (CEO and executive board).
- Stakeholder Management: Managed alignment and engagement with diverse stakeholders in a private equity context.
- Budget Oversight: Managed a project budget exceeding 3 million €.
- Effective project governance and clear communication are essential for stakeholder alignment and successful transformation.
Arda I.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at Lumin Advisory Sustainability Strategy UG
Founded and lead a Berlin-based sustainability consultancy for semiconductor, electronics, battery and industrial clients.
- Product carbon footprints and LCA (ISO 14040/44, ISO 14067, PACT), Scope 1-3 GHG inventories and decarbonisation roadmaps
- EU regulatory compliance: CSRD/ESRS and double materiality, CBAM, ESPR/Digital Product Passport, EU Battery Regulation, CRMA, WEEE, PPWR/EPR
- Critical raw materials strategy and market intelligence (e.g. gallium/germanium study for a global semiconductor manufacturer)
- EU-funded consortia and proposals (Horizon Europe, EIT RawMaterials, RAMP) Website: luminsustainability.com
Juliana W.
Last position:
Sustainability Consultant for SMEs at Freelancer
- I help SMEs get VSME/VS-ready before their biggest customers come asking.
- Tailored SME Readiness Assessment and Implementation Road Map
Loretta A.
Last position:
Master Thesis Student at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Institut für Future Fuels
- Managed end-to-end data workflows for LCA and carbon footprint assessments, including data collection, validation, structuring, and LCI modeling for metal alloys, ensuring high data quality and traceability.
- Developed a basic Excel automation tool to simplify carbon footprint calculations of metal alloys, replacing repetitive modelling in the software that previously took several hours.
- Communicated environmental impact results through quantitative analysis, visualizations and reports to support the broader project strategy.
- Performed environmental hotspot and scenario analysis to identify key impact drivers and assess opportunities for emissions reduction.
Peter M.
Last position:
Managing Partner without operational responsibilities at pt plus GmbH & Co. KG
- Full-service marketing agency for global technology groups
Erik V.
Last position:
Chairman at Wisdom Age Foundation
Chair the Board of the Wisdom Age Foundation, providing strategic direction, governance oversight and international partnership development. Lead fundraising initiatives and represent the foundation in engagements with philanthropic organisations, Indigenous leaders and strategic partners to advance stewardship-based protection of globally significant ecosystems.
Daryoosh D.
Last position:
FP&A Data & AI Architect at Epta Group
Scope: Embedded as FP&A Data & AI Architect within the Finance function of a major European refrigeration manufacturer, leading the transformation of manual, fragmented financial reporting into an automated, governance-driven intelligence platform. Driving the shift from Excel-based controlling to structured data architecture, Power BI analytics, and AI-assisted financial operations.
Financial Data Integrity & ERP Governance
- Initiated and led GL vs. subledger reconciliation investigations, identifying and resolving structural mismatches between General Ledger and subledger data that had gone undetected prior to engagement
- Conducted asset analysis to identify items missing from General Ledger postings, surfacing gaps in fixed asset tracking and period-end completeness
- Validated SAP reports, establishing baseline data quality standards for Finance team consumption
- Established systematic SAP data validation framework ensuring ongoing integrity between ERP postings and downstream reporting outputs
Finance Reporting Transformation
- Designed and implemented a structured Transformation Project approach for converting manual Finance reports into fully automated processes
- Created and owns the Data Reporting Audit Log; a centralized tracking system capturing report owners, stakeholders, data sources, manual effort estimates, and automation opportunity scores across the Finance function
- Mapped the full reporting landscape identifying quick-win automation targets and strategic Power BI migration candidates
- Actively reducing manual Excel and PowerPoint dependency across FP&A workflows; replacing point-in-time snapshots with live, governed data models
Power BI & Analytics Enablement
- Introduced and presented Power BI as the strategic reporting platform to Finance leadership, building internal buy-in for the BI transformation roadmap
- Designed initial Power BI architecture aligned with SAP, Salesforce and Oracle data structures and FP&A reporting requirements
- Established report ownership, governance documentation, and data lineage standards enabling sustainable self-service analytics across the Finance team
Transformation Infrastructure & Collaboration
- Configured and deployed Jira as the transformation project management hub, establishing structured sprint workflows, backlog management, and progress visibility for Finance IT initiatives
- Proposed and initiated a dedicated FP&A Communication & Transformation Hub, a structured cross-functional forum aligning Finance, IT, and business stakeholders around the reporting transformation roadmap
- Positioned the Finance function as an active driver of data governance and digital transformation within the broader organization
Outcomes
- GL/subledger reconciliation gaps identified and investigation framework established within first two weeks of engagement
- Data Reporting Audit Log deployed; first structured inventory of Finance reporting landscape in company history
- Power BI transformation roadmap presented and approved by Finance leadership
- Jira-based project governance live; Finance transformation now tracked with full sprint visibility
Technologies: SAP FI/CO · Power BI · DAX · SQL · Excel (advanced) · Power Query (M) · Power Automate · VBA · Jira · Microsoft 365 · SharePoint · Salesforce (Sales Data) · Oracle HCM · Python
Nina D.
Last position:
Head of ESG, Internal Audit and Risk Management at BIKE24
(parallel to freelance work)
- Setup and leadership of ESG, Internal Audit, and Risk Management for a listed company
- Setup and leadership of a CSRD / EU Taxonomy project including sustainability reporting
- Analysis and implementation of all relevant ESG product compliance regulations, including the introduction of ESG software
- Introduction of enterprise risk management and an internal audit system
Dr Stefan N.
Last position:
Independent Consultant
- Intended break
- Lecturing at universities
- Mentoring
- Social engagement
- Coaching education
- Founding of research institute “Center For Impactful Organization Design (CIOD)”
Christian S.
Last position:
Operation Manager at Xerof
- Working within a Swiss-regulated Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) offering institutional-grade crypto-fiat financial solutions
- Contributed to on-/off-ramp infrastructure enabling clients to convert between cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies
- Supported the rollout of Web3 payments & third-party payment services to streamline crypto operations for businesses
- Engaged with AML/KYC / regulatory compliance to ensure operations met Swiss regulatory standards
- Assisted in product development or deployment for crypto-backed real estate / luxury goods transactions
- Collaborated with institutional and high-net-worth clients to tailor crypto / financial services offerings
- Bridged traditional banking and Web3 by reducing frictions in fiat-crypto transactions
Björn B.
Last position:
Strategic Advisor at Freelance
- Full strategy development process (diagnosis → priorities → KPIs → roadmap)
- Market & competitor intelligence (opportunity sizing, positioning, where to win)
- Innovation management process (build innovation funnel: idea creation → evaluation → experiments → scaling)
- Carbon accounting + decarbonisation strategy (Set baseline (CCF/PCF) → identify hotspots → reduction roadmap)
- Sustainability strategy + reporting support (CSRD/CBAM; turning reporting into business value)
Yenal Y.
Last position:
Shiny R Development at RadixITS Gbr
- Implementation and mapping of regulatory requirements (CSRD, ESRS) in Shiny dashboards and backend functions
- Design and development of data-driven modules in Shiny incl. ESG metrics and reporting templates
- Integration of data sources (SQL, SAP HANA, APIs, CSV/Excel) via DBI, odbc, httr and readr
- Creation of interactive visualizations with plotly, highcharter and DT (DataTables)
Thomas W.
Last position:
Interim CFO at Swiss E-Mobility Group Interim-CFO (Schweiz) AG
- Interim CFO for Swiss E-Mobility Group AG and GO Cooperation AG
- Oversight of subsidiaries in Germany and Austria
Julia G.
Last position:
Negotiation Coach at ResultPlus, management consulting
- Providing bespoke 1:1 and group negotiation coaching to participants of the ResultPlus TopPerformer Negotiation Master Class (including AI for better negotiations)
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Statistics of experts using CSRD
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
2.6 years
Positions per freelancer
10
Top business areas
Project Management, Strategy, Sustainability Management
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Energy
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Sustainability Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
93%
Master's degree or higher
76%
Doctorate
21%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
97%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using CSRD
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
CSRD experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Professional Services (88%)
- Information Technology (52%)
- Energy (48%)
- Manufacturing (48%)
- Banking and Finance (39%)
- Automotive (33%)
- Food and Beverage (24%)
- Retail (24%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What CSRD covers
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, commonly called CSRD, sets requirements for structured sustainability reporting by companies within its scope. It expands reporting beyond environmental topics to include social matters, business conduct, governance and the company’s impact on people and the environment. Reports are prepared using the European Sustainability Reporting Standards, or ESRS.
Double materiality
CSRD reporting begins with a double materiality assessment. Companies examine both how sustainability issues affect financial performance and how their activities affect people and the environment. Strong specialists define the assessment method, document stakeholder input, set clear thresholds and connect the results to the reporting scope.
Reporting workstreams
CSRD assignments often span finance, sustainability, legal, procurement, risk and operations. Typical deliverables include:
- Double materiality assessments and documented decisions
- ESRS data-point inventories and reporting calendars
- Policies, controls and evidence trails for disclosures
- Sustainability statements aligned with financial reporting
- Preparation for limited-assurance reviews
Data and tooling
Professionals work across spreadsheets, sustainability reporting software, enterprise resource planning systems and data warehouses. They establish ownership for emissions, workforce, value-chain and governance data, then build processes for collection, validation, version control and audit evidence. Knowledge of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, EU Taxonomy and sustainability assurance is often relevant.
When companies need support
External expertise is useful when reporting responsibilities are new, data is spread across business units or an existing process cannot withstand assurance. It also helps during acquisitions, reporting system changes and group-wide rollouts. In Germany, specialists may need to coordinate with local finance, legal and sustainability teams while collaborating remotely across international entities.
What strong specialists bring
A capable CSRD professional combines regulatory interpretation with practical delivery. They can translate ESRS requirements into data models, controls and concise disclosures without losing the context of the business. Look for clear materiality logic, traceable evidence, careful handling of estimates and the ability to work with auditors, executives and operational data owners. Experience in the company’s industry and reporting systems makes implementation more effective.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with CSRD? These answers cover the essentials.
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive is used to standardize how in-scope companies disclose sustainability impacts, risks and opportunities. Reporting covers environmental, social and governance topics through the European Sustainability Reporting Standards and is designed to support comparability and assurance.
The CSRD broadens and strengthens the earlier Non-Financial Reporting Directive, or NFRD. It brings more sustainability topics, more structured ESRS disclosures, stronger data expectations and assurance requirements, so companies need more formal reporting controls.
A strong CSRD specialist may also understand double materiality, EU Taxonomy, greenhouse-gas accounting, value-chain assessments and sustainability assurance. Useful technical skills include data modelling, reporting software, internal controls and integration with finance or enterprise systems.
The right level of CSRD experience depends on the assignment. A focused data-mapping or policy task can suit a specialist with experience in that workstream, while a group-wide implementation needs someone who has managed materiality, ESRS interpretation, governance and assurance preparation across several functions.
Yes, much CSRD work can be handled remotely through shared data rooms, workshops and reporting tools. On-site sessions may still help with stakeholder interviews, process mapping and evidence reviews, while German-language communication can matter when working with local teams, auditors or works councils.
Ask the CSRD specialist to explain how they made materiality decisions, assigned data ownership and retained evidence for each disclosure. Review anonymized examples of reporting structures, control documentation and stakeholder processes, and test whether the person can explain complex requirements in clear business language.
Before hiring a CSRD professional, gather the group structure, reporting perimeter, existing sustainability disclosures, policies, data sources and planned assurance approach. A clear view of internal owners and known data gaps helps the specialist define a realistic scope and deliverable plan.
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive affects companies across sectors, but the practical topics vary. Manufacturing may focus on emissions and supply chains, financial services on financed impacts and risk, while retail, transport and technology companies often need detailed workforce, product and value-chain information.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects is 131 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,049 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 76% hold at least a Master's degree, and 21% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects are German (100%), English (97%), and French (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects are Professional Services (88%), Information Technology (52%), and Energy (48%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used CSRD in their recent projects are Project Management (76%), Strategy (67%), and Sustainability Management (64%).
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