US GAAP Experts in Munich
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Munich, who have recently used US GAAP
Markus H.
Last position:
Interim Manager Finance at Int. Konzern
Wolfgang H.
Last position:
Head of Finance and Controlling (Interim) at Kunert Fashion Group
Financial accounting: daily general ledger entries and month-end closing
Preparation of FY 2024 financial group statements (subunits KF, KNL, KAU, KCH)
Preparation of physical inventory for KF with inventory instructions for Logistic
Further development of ERP Finance processes integration with MS Dynamics BC 14
Implementation of electronic invoice verification and Multi Cash banking software
Expansion of sales and e-commerce controlling toolbox and processes
Preparation of budgets 2026, 2027, 2028, including investment plan, cost accounting
Preparation and commentary on monthly reports for sub-units and Group
Preparation of weekly financial plans, cash flow and liquidity plans
Further development of sales controlling, focusing on margins & product profitability
Creation and integration of accounting workflows for MS Dynamics
Leadership focus: Stabilization of the finance team and clear scope of work responsibility
Communication with banks, auditors, tax advisors, and tax authorities
Complete and accurate monthly reporting for each business unit and the KF Group
Preparation 2024 financial statements for KF Germany, KNL, KAU, and KNL with audit opinion
Detailed setup and preparation of the KF 2026 budget for the management and shareholders
Weekly cash flow planning coordinated with the management and shareholders
Turnaround in net sales and EBIT from September 2025 onwards – stable growth
Leadership & change through consistent, data-driven KPIs
Mohammed S.
Last position:
External Consultant at Gen.Re. eV
Climate & Environmental Non Profit (Finance Transformation & Operating Model)
Challenge: Strengthen the finance department by standardising project accounting, organisational financial processes, and management reporting.
Approach: Designed an integrated finance operating model covering project cost centres, transaction governance, Budgeting and Control financial reporting, and standard operating procedures.
Impact: Built a strategic finance function, enhancing financial transparency, reporting reliability, and executive decision-making.
Dorothée W.
Last position:
Interim Management at Dorothée Weides – StB & Consulting
- Interim management – management level including personnel responsibility
- Change management – process optimization & digitalization
- Analyzing and optimizing internal accounting processes (finance & cross-departmental finance processes)
- Support in M&A transactions and due diligence
- Establishing reporting systems (finance & controlling)
- Consulting on accounting-related issues
- Business administration consulting
- Conducting recruitment processes (including redefining job descriptions and postings)
- Staff management and development
Georg W.
Last position:
Interim CFO at Confidential SaaS Company
- Lead transformation of a SaaS corporate group
- Manage M&A, post-merger integration and carve-out activities
- Develop and implement strategic realignment and growth initiatives
- Professionalize structures and processes to drive cost reduction
Malte G.
Last position:
Management Consultant, Managing Director at g&a management partner GmbH
- Program and project management
- Tender, contract and vendor management
- BPO and IT outsourcing
- Transition management
- Business and IT transformation management
- Reorganization and post-merger management
- CIO advisory
- Finance & controlling
- IT & organization
Burak G.
Last position:
BI Consultant TM1 at Accantec GmbH
Project description: Design and step-by-step implementation of a central, multidimensional controlling platform based on IBM Planning Analytics to optimize and automate internal company planning and reporting.
Business & technical consulting: Analyzed the provided operational base data and proactively advised the controlling team on cube design best practices and optimal dimension structures.
Data integration & ETL: Designed and developed robust TurboIntegrator processes for automated data loading, transformation, and dimension maintenance.
Logic & business implementation: Implemented complex business logic and calculations with high performance using TM1 business rules (including efficient skipping/feeding).
Development of a Python HTTPS server to integrate an input widget in IBM PAW, enabling direct data write-back to TM1 cubes via the TM1 REST API.
Reporting & analytics: Created dynamic, user-friendly reports and dashboards for management and specialist departments.
Heiko H.
Last position:
Founder and Active Sourcer at Primazon GmbH
- Leader of the network recruitment agency
- Focused on winning great talents across the org-chart from experienced to senior / C-Level for various companies (SMEs and international corporations) as well as scaleups
Robert S.
Last position:
Business Consultant at Beratung Robert Schrank
- Business organization & process management
- Finance, accounting & controlling
- Team building, team leadership & employee development
Ella G.
Last position:
Development Project Manager AI Program at Bayerische Akademie der Wissenschaften
- Coordination and management of multiple AI, IT, and organizational projects
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Statistics of experts using US GAAP
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years (Germany: 28 years)
Position duration
2.8 years (Germany: 2.2 years)
Positions per freelancer
12 (Germany: 19)
Top business areas
Finance, Accounting, Audit
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Finance, Accounting, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
89% (Germany: 72%)
Master's degree or higher
44% (Germany: 52%)
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 98%)
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 Munich 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 Munich using US GAAP
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.
US GAAP 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 (90%)
- Information Technology (80%)
- Manufacturing (60%)
- Healthcare (50%)
- Banking and Finance (40%)
- Pharmaceutical (40%)
- Retail (40%)
- Automotive (30%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Purpose and scope
US GAAP, or United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, is the accounting framework used to prepare financial statements for many US companies and reporting groups. It defines recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure requirements across revenue, leases, financial instruments, business combinations and more.
Standards and guidance
The FASB Accounting Standards Codification is the central reference for US GAAP. Strong specialists navigate topic and subtopic guidance, implementation updates, SEC reporting expectations and industry-specific rules. They document conclusions clearly and connect accounting policy to the underlying transactions and evidence.
Typical deliverables
- Technical accounting memoranda for complex transactions
- Consolidated financial statements and reporting packages
- Revenue recognition and lease accounting assessments
- Controls, disclosures and audit support
- Accounting policy manuals and implementation plans
These deliverables may support an initial adoption, a transaction, a reporting transformation or an ongoing close process. Specialists often work across finance, legal, tax, audit and operational teams to keep conclusions consistent.
When companies need support
Companies bring in freelance US GAAP specialists when an internal team faces a complex transaction, a new reporting requirement or a demanding close. They can also help reconcile local statutory accounts with group reporting under US GAAP. In Munich, remote collaboration is common for international teams, while on-site work can help during workshops, audits or system changes.
Systems and adjacent skills
US GAAP work often connects with ERP and consolidation systems, financial close tools, reporting software and audit documentation workflows. Useful adjacent expertise includes IFRS comparison, SEC reporting, internal controls, SOX processes, consolidation, valuation, data analysis and finance transformation. Familiarity with local German accounting can help when reporting flows between Munich operations and a US parent.
What strong specialists bring
The best professionals combine precise standards research with practical business judgment. They ask how a contract, process or system actually works before selecting an accounting treatment. Look for clear documentation, traceable assumptions, effective communication with auditors and experience turning complex ASC guidance into repeatable controls and usable reporting processes.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about US GAAP? Start with the answers below.
US GAAP is used to prepare and present financial statements for companies that report under US accounting requirements. It guides recognition, measurement, classification and disclosure so stakeholders can evaluate financial performance and position consistently.
US GAAP is generally more prescriptive in several areas, while IFRS often relies more on principles and professional judgment. The differences can affect revenue, leases, inventory, development costs, financial instruments and presentation, so a comparison should be made by transaction and reporting purpose.
A strong US GAAP specialist may also understand IFRS, German statutory accounting, consolidation, SEC reporting, internal controls and SOX requirements. Experience with ERP, close management and reporting systems is valuable when accounting conclusions must be implemented in operational processes.
The right level of experience depends on the assignment. US GAAP policy research may need a focused specialist, while a group reporting transformation or complex transaction requires someone comfortable with cross-functional decisions, audit review and implementation.
Yes. US GAAP work is well suited to remote collaboration when documents, contracts, ledgers and review workflows are accessible online. On-site sessions in Munich can still be useful for workshops, stakeholder interviews, close planning or audit preparation.
Companies often seek US GAAP support before a transaction, reporting change, audit or system implementation. Freelance specialists can provide independent technical analysis without changing the structure of the permanent finance team.
Ask for examples of technical memoranda, policy decisions or reporting processes the specialist has handled, while respecting confidentiality. High-quality US GAAP work identifies the relevant ASC guidance, explains alternatives, states assumptions and links the conclusion to evidence and controls.
US GAAP freelancers commonly work with the FASB Accounting Standards Codification, SEC filing guidance, ERP platforms, consolidation software and close management tools. The exact setup depends on the company, but strong specialists can translate accounting requirements into documented workflows and system rules.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects is 137 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,097 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects, 89% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 44% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (40%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects are Professional Services (90%), Information Technology (80%), and Manufacturing (60%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used US GAAP in their recent projects are Finance (100%), Accounting (90%), and Audit (60%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used US GAAP
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