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Company Formation, Accounting & Tax Services in Germany

From Handelsregister company formation and Finanzamt tax registration to HGB-compliant bookkeeping and payroll, SABIO Consultancy helps businesses in Germany stay compliant while they grow.

Setting up and running a business in Germany means navigating notarised formation and Handelsregister registration, Finanzamt tax obligations, and HGB accounting and reporting standards from day one. SABIO Consultancy combines local regulatory knowledge with cloud accounting expertise, so your company stays compliant and your books stay accurate as you grow.

Why German Businesses Trust SABIO

Handelsregister-aware, Finanzamt-ready, and built around your filing calendar.

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Company Formation Made Simple

End-to-end support for notarised GmbH/UG formation and Handelsregister registration.

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Finanzamt Tax & VAT Expertise

Umsatzsteuer (VAT), Körperschaftsteuer and Gewerbesteuer computation and filing, handled on time.

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HGB-Compliant Reporting

Bookkeeping and annual financial statements prepared to German Commercial Code (HGB) standards.

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Cloud Accounting Experts

Certified across Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks Online for real-time visibility into your books.

Our Services in Germany

Five core services, delivered with full Handelsregister and Finanzamt compliance in mind.

1 Corporate Secretarial Services

Company formation, Handelsregister filings and ongoing statutory secretarial support from day one.

  • GmbH/UG incorporation & notarisation coordination
  • Handelsregister (Commercial Register) filing
  • Gewerbeanmeldung (trade office registration)
  • IHK (Chamber of Commerce) registration
  • Statutory register & minute-book maintenance
  • Changes to company particulars (directors, shareholders, address)
  • Annual filings & corporate housekeeping

2 Accounting & Bookkeeping

Accurate, HGB-compliant books maintained in the cloud accounting platform of your choice.

  • Daily bookkeeping & bank reconciliation
  • Accounts payable & receivable management
  • Preparation of annual financial statements (Jahresabschluss)
  • Xero, MYOB & QuickBooks setup and management
  • Monthly & quarterly management reports
  • Budgeting & cash flow forecasting

3 Tax Compliance

Accurate tax filings that keep you ahead of Finanzamt deadlines.

  • Finanzamt tax registration
  • Umsatzsteuer (VAT) registration & monthly/quarterly returns
  • Körperschaftsteuer (corporate income tax) computation & filing
  • Gewerbesteuer (trade tax) computation & filing
  • EC Sales List & Intrastat reporting
  • Withholding tax computation & filing

4 Payroll Management

Compliant payroll processing that keeps you aligned with German wage tax and social insurance requirements.

  • Monthly payroll processing & payslip generation
  • Lohnsteuer (wage tax) calculation & withholding
  • Sozialversicherung (social insurance) contributions
  • Employment contract & labor compliance support
  • End-of-year payroll reporting

5 Audit Assistance

Practical support to determine your audit obligations and to manage the process when a statutory audit (Abschlussprüfung) is required.

  • Statutory audit coordination & liaison with Wirtschaftsprüfer (WP)
  • Audit-size-threshold assessment under HGB §267
  • Pre-audit readiness & documentation
  • Internal controls review
  • Jahresabschluss preparation for audit purposes

Why Choose SABIO in Germany

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Local Regulatory Knowledge

Up to date with Handelsregister, Finanzamt and HGB requirements.

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Transparent Pricing

Clear, flat-fee packages with no hidden charges.

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Cloud-First Process

Real-time access to your accounts through Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks.

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Dedicated Relationship Manager

One advisor who knows your business, not a rotating call centre.

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Fast Turnaround

Filing timelines built around Handelsregister and Finanzamt deadlines, not ours.

How We Work

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Free Consultation

We review your current setup, structure and compliance status at no cost.

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Onboarding & Setup

We connect to your accounting software and set up your statutory filing calendar.

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Ongoing Compliance

Handelsregister, Finanzamt and social insurance deadlines are managed proactively, every cycle.

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Year-Round Advisory

Quarterly reviews and compliance checks keep you ahead, not catching up.

Adnan Saeed

Adnan Saeed
Founder/CEO
Shahkar Hussnain

Shahkar Hussnain
Chief Financial Officer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a notary to set up a GmbH in Germany?
Yes. Forming a GmbH (or UG) requires notarisation of the articles of association before the company can be entered in the Handelsregister. We coordinate the full process with a notary on your behalf.
Does my company need to register for VAT?
Most companies trading in Germany must register for Umsatzsteuer (VAT) with the Finanzamt, though small-business exemptions may apply in limited cases. We assess your position and handle registration and periodic filing.
What is Gewerbesteuer?
Gewerbesteuer is a municipal trade tax levied on business profits in addition to corporate income tax (Körperschaftsteuer). The rate varies by municipality. We calculate and file it alongside your other tax obligations.
Does my company need a statutory audit?
Audit requirements (Abschlussprüfung) depend on size thresholds for balance sheet total, revenue and employee count set out in HGB §267. We assess whether your company is required to have a statutory audit and, if so, coordinate with a licensed Wirtschaftsprüfer.
Can you work with my existing Xero or QuickBooks file?
Yes. We work within your existing cloud accounting platform, whether that is Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks Online, so there is no disruptive migration required.