GoBD Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used GoBD
Florian Lieberknecht
Last position:
Consultant (freelancer) at zvoove Software Germany GmbH
- Consolidation
- Mergers
- Law firm chart of accounts / cost centers
- Preparation of annual financial statements
- Digital process development and optimization of the accounting/closing and reporting area
- Optimization of the DATEV software environment
Stefan Amann
Last position:
Sole Architect and Developer at Bauernhof-Eis Stangl GbR
Design and implementation of a compact ERP, CRM, accounting, and production-planning platform for a German food manufacturer. The system replaces Rechnung11, self-built Excel sheets, and manual processes for fewer than 10 internal users.
- Designed and implemented the full platform architecture as sole architect and developer.
- Built modules for customer management, B2B order handling, invoicing, production planning, and accounting support.
- Implemented DATEV export, ZUGFeRD/XRechnung e-invoicing, FinTS bank statement synchronization, and GoBD audit trail concepts.
- Used AI-supported workflows for prototyping, test support, and implementation acceleration while retaining full architecture, review, testing strategy, and technical ownership.
Technology: Java 23, Spring Boot 3, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security, Vue 3, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Flyway, REST, OpenAPI, JWT, TOTP, RBAC, DATEV, FinTS, ZUGFeRD, XRechnung, GoBD, JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers, Playwright, Docker, GitLab CI/CD
René Pfisterer
Last position:
Product Owner & Full-Stack Developer (myPlace Parking) at Hahn-Airport-Inn e.K.
- Concept and full-stack development of an app for parking space booking & management (Hahn Airport)
- From requirements to implementation and deployment; AI-supported development (Claude Code)
Nicole Fotso
Last position:
SAP FI Consultant & Test at DZB Bank
- Analysis and optimization of business processes in financial accounting
- Customizing in SAP FI (e.g. company codes, chart of accounts, payments)
- Integration with other modules such as CO, MM, SD
- Consulting on legal requirements (e.g. GoBD, UStG)
- Support with month-end and year-end closing
- Creation of test plans (system test, integration test, UAT)
- Definition of test cases (e.g. postings, payment runs, dunning runs)
- Selection of suitable test data and scenarios
- Manual testing of posting processes (e.g. customer invoice, payment run)
- Validation of automatic postings (e.g. for MM credit memo)
- Checking interfaces (e.g. to subsystems or non-SAP solutions)
- Documentation of defects in the test tool (e.g. Jira, ALM)
- Analysis and feedback to developers or the customizing team
- Retest after bug fixes
- E2E tests with SAP Solution Manager (SOLMAN)
- Use of tools such as SAP CBTA or Micro Focus UFT
Andreas Eckert
Last position:
IT-Compliance & Security at Bellaseno GmbH
Conducting a gap analysis to assess existing security measures → identifying critical vulnerabilities
Developing a catalog of measures considering risk and cost-effectiveness
Implementing an IT maturity model according to BSI guidelines
Advising management on compliance, governance, and security strategy
Establishing internal processes for a sustainable security organization
Thomas Arends
Last position:
Interim Management at Vincorion Power Systems GmbH
- Process and project management to optimize products and development processes for energy systems
- Technical risk management
- Requirements engineering and system architecture
- System FMEA of power generator units and energy storage modules aiming for generic structures
- Claims management according to Section 313 of the German Civil Code
- Regulatory environment: military and NATO standards, AQAP, VG norms
Tanja Balon
Last position:
SAP Security Expert at Vaillant
- Analysis of the state of SAP systems and optimization of parameters in relation to security
- Analysis of authorization requirements and security risks
- SAP Security and Audit
- User and role administration
- Key user support, 2nd and 3rd level support
- Daily business SAP basis support: performance optimization, dump analysis, patches, updates, notes, troubleshooting, RFC, interfaces, connections
- Transport management, job and printer administration
Axel Schnell
Last position:
Product Owner and Scrum Master ServiceNow at BARMER
- Product Owner ServiceNow
- Scrum Master and agile project management for the further development of ServiceNow and its IT interfaces
- Coordination of requirements with all process/service owners and external providers (incident, problem, knowledge, change, service request, catalog, software asset/hardware asset/config management, financial management, SecOPS)
- Management of internal and external software developers
- Coordination of interfaces and catalogs of new IT providers
Volkmar Jaekel
Last position:
Consultant at Bedia Motorentechnik GmbH & Co. KG
- Consulting on effort estimation for VDA ISA / TISAX certification
- Conducting a 2-day workshop including preparation and follow-up
- Skills: TISAX 5.1, ISO 27001:2022, auditing, information security, consulting, facilitation, presentation
Sabrina Lentini
Last position:
Project Lead for the Introduction of a Company-Wide Travel Expense Tool and Invoice Workflow Tool at Randstad Digital DACH
- Introduction of a company-wide travel expense tool (Project language: English)
- Creation and implementation of end-to-end processes for travel expense processing
- Project planning, implementation and monitoring
- Change management
- Management of external contractual partners for software implementation
- Conducting project workshops and training sessions
- Creation of procedural instructions and documentation
- Introduction of GoBD-compliant document archiving in an ECM system
- Introduction of a company-wide invoice workflow tool (Project language: German, English)
- Creation and implementation of release processes according to BPMN
- Management of external contractual partners for software development
Serpil Dural
Last position:
Financial Accountant (interim) at Stepin GmbH
- Financial accounting including monthly closing in Exact Globe+
- Cleaning up the 2023 and 2024 financial accounting
Anna Fuchs
Last position:
Quality Management Officer at APS Services GmbH
Responsible for quality management of software products, including defining and managing requirements for new modules, performing quality assurance tests, creating and maintaining supporting documentation, and regularly communicating with clients to align and clarify requirements.
Projects: Development and enhancement of point-of-sale software and additional modules for climbing and bouldering gyms, trampoline parks, and leisure facilities.
Klaus-Dieter Krause
Last position:
Executive Partner at iAP-Independent Audit Professionals GmbH
Rudi Salm
Last position:
Short Course in Compliance at FernUni Hagen
- University short course in compliance
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Statistics of experts using GoBD
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
21
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Accounting, Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
42%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using GoBD
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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
GoBD basics
GoBD are the German rules for proper digital bookkeeping, record keeping, and document retention. Companies bring in specialists to make sure financial processes, archives, and system logs support compliant audits and traceable accounting.
Where it matters
- ERP and accounting systems
- Invoice and receipt workflows
- Digital archiving and retention
- Access rights, logs, and traceability
- Audit preparation and process reviews
Typical work
A strong GoBD specialist reviews how data is created, changed, stored, and retrieved. They document process gaps, define retention rules, and align exports, logs, and approvals with the company’s accounting setup.
Skills that count
Good experts know the practical side of GoBD, not just the wording. They work with bookkeeping teams, IT, and compliance to map systems, review controls, and make sure evidence can be found quickly during an audit.
When to bring one in
Companies usually need external help during system changes, new archiving projects, or audit preparation. In Germany, this is common when finance and IT must coordinate across local rules, internal controls, and multilingual teams.
What strong experts deliver
- Clear process documentation
- Retention and deletion concepts
- Testable audit trails
- Practical recommendations for daily operations
- Support for finance, IT, and compliance coordination
Frequently asked questions
Key details about GoBD, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
GoBD sets the rules for proper digital bookkeeping and record retention in Germany. Companies use it to keep invoices, postings, and supporting documents traceable and audit-ready. It matters wherever financial data is created, changed, stored, or exported.
No. GoBD covers more than archiving; it also affects process documentation, traceability, and how changes to records are controlled. A good setup looks at the full path from document creation to long-term retention and retrieval.
GoBD is more specific than broad accounting compliance because it focuses on digital records, system access, and evidence quality in Germany. It is often considered together with internal controls, tax process design, and archive governance, but it has its own practical requirements.
A strong GoBD specialist usually knows ERP systems, document management, audit preparation, and process mapping. Experience with bookkeeping workflows, access rights, and retention concepts is also useful because the work sits between finance and IT.
A GoBD freelancer needs a clear view of the company’s systems, document flow, and current audit risks. The best results come when the specialist can review the existing process landscape, speak with finance and IT, and turn findings into concrete actions.
Yes, most GoBD work can be done remotely because it often involves document reviews, workshops, and process analysis. On-site time can still help when archive systems, local procedures, or cross-team coordination need closer inspection, especially for companies in Germany.
Look for a GoBD expert who can explain requirements in plain language and connect them to real systems and workflows. Strong specialists produce clear documentation, identify gaps without drama, and give practical steps that finance and IT teams can actually use.
Most people search for GoBD because it is the common term used in practice. The full official name appears in formal contexts, but the abbreviation is what companies, finance teams, and freelancers usually use when discussing audits, archiving, and compliance work.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects is 111 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 888 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 42% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects are German (100%), English (93%), and French (21%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects are Information Technology (86%), Manufacturing (71%), and Banking and Finance (64%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used GoBD in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (86%), and Project Management (86%).
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