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Cologne, Germany

Experience

Nov 2024 - Present

1 year 4 months

Germany

Lecturer & Technical Author

AUDfIT Deutschland GmbH

Training auditors with a focus on the German Commercial Code (HGB) and financial statement audits (JAP)
Professional training on auditing and preparing financial statements
Author of technical content and articles on sustainability reporting (CSRD, ESRS, VSME)
Linking traditional audits with current ESG topics

Nov 2024 - Present

1 year 4 months

Cologne, Germany

Adjunct Lecturer in IFRS and HGB Accounting

iba | University of Cooperative Education

Teaching in accounting, sustainability reporting & auditing
Practical teaching of complex topics with a focus on HGB, IFRS, CSRD and ESRS
Development of modern, well-structured teaching materials
Integration of current case studies from my own consulting practice
Preparing students for professional practice

Oct 2024 - Present

1 year 5 months

Cologne, Germany

Founder | Auditor | Interim Manager | Sustainability Manager | Group Accounting & IFRS

NACHHALTIGKEITSPIONIERE Wirtschaftsprüfer

Auditing and preparing annual and consolidated financial statements (HGB & IFRS)
Interim management in finance and sustainability for mid-sized companies
Sustainability audits & reporting according to ESRS, VSME, GRI, DNK
Strategic consulting for sustainable corporate alignment & transformation
Interface between financial reporting & sustainability
Supporting companies in implementing the CSRD

Oct 2017 - Sep 2024

7 years

Cologne, Germany

Auditor | German CPA | Authorized Signatory | Management Consultant

KONLUS GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft Steuerberatungsgesellschaft

Auditing mid-sized corporations
Consulting for mid-sized companies
Business valuation
Reviewing and preparing management reports & non-financial statements
Team leadership
Responsibility for the auditing area
Fee negotiations
Tendering processes

Nov 2011 - Sep 2017

5 years 11 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Senior Auditor

PwC

Annual financial statement audits
Business consulting
PIE companies
Telecommunications
Logistics
DAX 30
IFRS
HGB
US GAAP
Waste management
Financial reporting

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (14.5 years) and Education (1.5 years).

Professional Services

Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Accounting (14.5 years), Audit (14.5 years), Finance (13 years), and Sustainability Management (1.5 years).

Accounting

Audit

Finance

Sustainability Management

Skills

Schulung
Bilanzen

Languages

German

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Created

December 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Christoph based?

Christoph is based in Cologne, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Christoph speak?

Christoph speaks the following languages: German (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Christoph have?

Christoph has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Christoph has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Christoph may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Christoph be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Christoph would be well-suited for roles such as: Lecturer & Technical Author, Adjunct Lecturer in IFRS and HGB Accounting, Founder | Auditor | Interim Manager | Sustainability Manager | Group Accounting & IFRS.

What is Christoph's latest experience?

Christoph's most recent position is Lecturer & Technical Author at AUDfIT Deutschland GmbH.

What companies has Christoph worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christoph has worked for AUDfIT Deutschland GmbH, iba | University of Cooperative Education, NACHHALTIGKEITSPIONIERE Wirtschaftsprüfer, and KONLUS GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.

Which industries is Christoph most experienced in?

Christoph is most experienced in industries like Professional Services and Education.

Which business areas is Christoph most experienced in?

Christoph is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Audit, and Finance. Christoph also has some experience in Sustainability Management.

Which industries has Christoph worked in recently?

Christoph has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Education.

Which business areas has Christoph worked in recently?

Christoph has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Audit, and Finance.

What is the availability of Christoph?

Christoph is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Christoph?

Christoph's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.