German Desk

Cross-Border Business Support for German-Speaking Companies

Your U.S.-Germany business bridge that provides sophisticated advisory, accounting, audit and tax solutions for companies entering or operating in the U.S. market from German-speaking (DACH countries) and U.S. companies expanding into German-speaking countries.

Comprehensive Solutions for International Growth

GHJ provides end-to-end services for businesses operating across U.S. and German-speaking markets. From market entry to ongoing compliance, GHJ’s German Desk supports cross-border growth at every stage.

From expansion planning to operational optimization, GHJ’s Advisory Services help companies in German-speaking markets and U.S. market entry projects make informed, strategic decisions. 

Services include:

  • Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) for financial management and reporting to provide accurate, timely insights for stronger decision-making and sustainable growth.
  • Data Analytics Services (DAS) for data-driven decision making to uncover trends, risks and opportunities that strengthen competitive positioning.
  • Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) for M&A support, due diligence and deal structuring to help minimize risk, protect investment value and achieve successful transaction outcomes.

GHJ’s Audit and Assurance Practice delivers independent, thorough evaluations to meet regulatory requirements in both home and host countries. Services include preparation of group reports and financial statements to build stakeholder confidence, ensure compliance and support cross-border business transparency. Outside of the U.S. audit and assurance services are provided through HLB affiliated independent local firms.

GHJ’s Search and Staffing Practice recruits skilled talent for both U.S. and international operations and provides assistance with employment contracts and visa requirements to ensure clients have the right people, in the right markets, at the right time.

GHJ’s Tax Services cover U.S. corporate tax and individual tax compliance, international tax planning and compliance, transfer pricing, global mobility, state and local taxes and indirect taxes. These services are designed to optimize cross-border and international tax positions, ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements and support efficient global operations.

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Global Insights and Proven Client Success

GHJ’s German Desk provides the real-world expertise, resources and proven results that clients need for successful cross-border business between the U.S. and German-speaking markets. Access thought leadership that informs strategy, explore client success stories showcasing effective U.S.  and German market entry, and review transactions supported by GHJ’s Transaction Advisory Services Practice. Each resource demonstrates GHJ’s ability to navigate complex regulations, deliver bilingual advisory expertise, leverage the HLB International network and position businesses to capitalize on opportunities while ensuring compliance and sustainable growth.

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