David Menges - Consultant

Q: Where is David based?

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

Q: What languages does David speak?

David speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does David have?

David has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, David has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 15 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months . Note that David may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is David's latest experience?

David's most recent position is Consultant at Bluu Unit Holding GmbH .

Q: What companies has David worked for in recent years?

In recent years, David has worked for Bluu Unit Holding GmbH , DMG MORI Finance GmbH , schwa-medico GmbH , NTT Germany AG & Co. KG , and Iron Mountain Deutschland GmbH .

Q: Which industries is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Healthcare . David also has some experience in Banking and Finance and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is David most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Healthcare , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Project Management .

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Freilassing, Germany

Experience

May 2024 - Aug 2024

4 months

Consultant

Bluu Unit Holding GmbH

Project and consulting services in accounting
Performing account reconciliations and postings for the holding and subsidiary companies
Managing the ongoing accounting

Sep 2023 - Jul 2024

11 months

Consultant

DMG MORI Finance GmbH

Preparing international IFRS reports for the Japanese parent company
Responding to follow-up questions

Aug 2023 - Dec 2024

1 year 5 months

Consultant

schwa-medico GmbH

Processing all business transactions as part of ongoing accounting, including account reconciliation and clarification, posting and booking of current transactions, as well as calculating provisions and accruals and intercompany reconciliations
Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements according to HGB
Independently handling tasks in fixed asset accounting
Special topics like Intrastat reports, statistical reports, etc.

Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

2 months

Consultant

NTT Germany AG & Co. KG

Handling accounts receivable accounting
Posting month-end closings
Preparing various analyses using SAP and Excel
Credit management
Managing complex clients

Apr 2022 - Jun 2022

3 months

Consultant

Iron Mountain Deutschland GmbH

Processing request lists from auditors and tax authorities
Assisting with tax issues such as tax calculation
Optimizing cost centers
Managing and coordinating external service providers and internal teams
Acting as liaison between auditors/tax authorities and internal departments

Mar 2022 - May 2023

1 year 3 months

Consultant

Orpea Deutschland GmbH

Handling accounts receivable accounting
Reconciling and maintaining customer accounts
Importing and processing payment files
Assisting with monthly, half-year and year-end closings
Project work

Feb 2022 - Sep 2022

8 months

Consultant

YASKAWA Europe GmbH

Independently reviewing and resolving VAT matters
Checking and preparing VAT returns and EC Sales Lists in various European countries, rotating with team members
Supporting the preparation of corporate income tax (KSt) and trade tax (GewSt) returns
Posting corporate and trade tax transactions (prepayments, assessments, reserves, etc.)
Identifying use cases for § 50d EStG and advising internally
Proactively communicating with tax advisors in EMEA, often in English
Collaborating cross-departmentally and with different entities in the European group
Monitoring and improving VAT-related concepts in the ERP system

Jun 2021 - Jan 2022

8 months

Consultant

Orpea Haus Edelberg Holding GmbH

Handling accounts receivable accounting
Reconciling and maintaining customer accounts
Importing and processing payment files
Assisting with monthly, half-year and year-end closings
Project work

Apr 2021 - Present

5 years

Wetzlar, Germany

Freelancer

Menges Consulting

Independently working as a freelancer in accounting, annual financial statements, and taxes

Apr 2021 - Aug 2021

5 months

Consultant

Iron Mountain Deutschland GmbH

Handling request lists from auditors and tax authorities
Assisting with tax topics such as tax calculations
Optimizing cost centers
Managing and coordinating external service providers and internal teams
Acting as liaison between auditors/tax office and internal departments

May 2020 - Mar 2021

11 months

Dillenburg, Germany

Financial Accountant

Artemis Lichtblick GmbH

Independently manage payment transactions and prepare payment runs
Prepare statistical reports
Perform intercompany reconciliations
Posting and booking of all business transactions in accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank, and other general ledger accounts
Account clearing and reconciliations
Prepare monthly reports and support year-end closing

Jul 2014 - Apr 2020

5 years 10 months

Aßlar, Germany

Commercial Accounting Clerk / Certified Accountant (IHK)

Pfeiffer GmbH & Co. KG

Independently manage payment transactions and prepare payment runs
Prepare VAT returns, summary reports, and statistical reports
Monitor and carry out dunning procedures
Posting and booking of all business transactions in accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank, and other general ledger accounts
Account clearing and reconciliations
Prepare monthly reports and support year-end closing
Assist in controlling and cost accounting
Commercial project management including preparation of interim and final invoices
Other commercial tasks such as guarantee and fleet management

Jun 2014 - Jun 2014

1 month

Lahnau, Germany

Tax Clerk

Steuerberatungskanzlei Drescher & Muskat

Prepare financial accounting
Other office administration

Aug 2012 - May 2014

1 year 10 months

Wetzlar, Germany

Tax Clerk

FRP GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft

Prepare financial accounting including posting
Prepare income and expense statements
Prepare annual financial statements (balance sheet accounting)
Prepare and process tax returns (trade tax, VAT, separate and joint determination of tax bases) for various legal business forms
Prepare income tax returns for individuals
Review tax assessments

Apr 2012 - May 2012

2 months

Wetzlar, Germany

Tax Clerk

LBH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft mbH

Prepare financial accounting
Other office administration

Dec 2011 - Feb 2012

3 months

Lahnau, Germany

Tax Clerk

Drescher & Muskat Tax Consulting Firm

Preparing financial accounting
Other office organization

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 (8 years), Manufacturing (7 years), Healthcare (3 years), and Banking and Finance (0.5 years).

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Banking and Finance

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 years), Finance (12.5 years), Audit (0.5 years), and Project Management (0.5 years).

Accounting

Finance

Audit

Project Management

Skills

Very Good Knowledge Of Datev
Good Knowledge Of Sage
Good Knowledge Of Oracle
Good Knowledge Of Sap
Good Knowledge Of Navision
Good Knowledge Of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Basic Knowledge Of Addison
Basic Knowledge Of Dart
Basic Knowledge Of Henri
Driver's License Category B

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 2009 - Dec 2011

Training as a tax clerk

Aug 2007 - Jun 2009

Theodor-Heuss-Schule Wetzlar

Two-year vocational school for office management · Wetzlar, Germany

Aug 2001 - Jun 2007

Gesamtschule Eichendorffschule Wetzlar

Wetzlar, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Balance Sheet Accountant (IHK)

Certified Balance Sheet Accountant (IHK)

Driver's license category B

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is David based?

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

What languages does David speak?

David speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does David have?

David has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, David has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that David may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would David be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, David would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant, Freelancer, Financial Accountant.

What is David's latest experience?

David's most recent position is Consultant at Bluu Unit Holding GmbH.

What companies has David worked for in recent years?

In recent years, David has worked for Bluu Unit Holding GmbH, DMG MORI Finance GmbH, schwa-medico GmbH, NTT Germany AG & Co. KG, and Iron Mountain Deutschland GmbH.

Which industries is David most experienced in?

David is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Healthcare. David also has some experience in Banking and Finance and Telecommunication.

Which business areas is David most experienced in?

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

Which industries has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has David worked in recently?

David has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Project Management.

What is David's education?

David attended education in Training as a tax clerk.

Does David have any certificates?

David has 3 certificates. These include: Balance Sheet Accountant (IHK), Certified Balance Sheet Accountant (IHK), and Driver's license category B.

What is the availability of David?

David is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of David?

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