Martin Geisler
Partner, Financial Services
Financial Service Advisory
Because complexity requires holistic advice
The increasing complexity of regulatory requirements, growing competitive pressure, changing customer needs and ongoing digitalisation require an integrated view of business models, processes and risk structures in the financial sector. To position themselves successfully and make the best possible use of opportunities, organisations need to address these challenges strategically and actively shape change. Against this backdrop, we support our clients across the entire Financial Services sector in the continuous development of their business models and growth strategies, as well as in identifying and implementing digital potential and innovation through holistic financial services consulting. In doing so, we combine sector expertise in banking, sustainable finance, insurance and asset management with regulatory know-how, transformation capabilities and international implementation strength.
Because experience makes the difference
Our financial services advisory stands for integrated advisory services for regulated financial institutions. We support BaFin-regulated companies in addressing strategic, regulatory, technological and transaction-related challenges and changes. Our focus is on banks, insurers, asset managers / capital management companies and other regulated financial service providers. Our teams support financial sector companies from strategic analysis, regulatory readiness checks and specialist concepts through to operational implementation – including Governance, Risk, Compliance, ESG, IT, Cyber Security, Deals, Accounting, Tax and Legal. As part of the international BDO network, we combine local market knowledge with global experience in the financial services industry.
Our services include in particular:
Risk Management, Regulatory & Compliance
We support banks, insurers, asset managers / capital management companies and other regulated credit and financial services institutions in implementing regulatory requirements, further developing Governance, Risk and Compliance structures, and carrying out audit and remediation projects. Key focus areas include MaRisk, SREP, CRR / CRD, Section 44 KWG, VAG, Solvency II, ORSA, MaGo, KAGB, SFDR, AML, internal control systems, outsourcing management and regulatory gap analyses.
Supporting your transactions across the entire lifecycle: Financial, regulatory and tax due diligence, valuation services, transaction advisory and post-merger integration. Valuation services supports you with valuations required by law or contract, in connection with M&A transactions or external reporting requirements. Our focus is on identifying value drivers, quantitative risk analysis and negotiation support. In addition, we offer real estate services, support with restructuring and turnaround planning, and preparation of exit readiness and fact books.
Management & ESG Advisory
We provide companies of the entire financial service sector with holistic support in the strategic and operational transformation of their business models. Our focus is on digitalisation, artificial intelligence, open finance, and growth and efficiency programmes – from developing new business models and platforms through to optimising management and steering processes. In ESG advisory, we support you in the areas of sustainable finance, ESG steering, risk and reporting, translating regulatory requirements into concrete management and business decisions.
Accounting & Reporting
We offer comprehensive advisory services for commercial law, regulatory and international accounting and reporting requirements. Key focus areas include Local GAAP, IFRS, Solvency II reporting, technical accounting issues, financial statement and reporting processes, accounting reconciliations, Finance Target Operating Models, data and process optimisation, and support with internal and external reporting requirements.
Technology & Data
We support financial institutions in the secure and regulatory-resilient transformation and digitalisation of their business and steering processes. Key focus areas include technology and IT strategy, data management, cloud governance, reporting and analytics, process automation, cyber security, information security, DORA, NIS2, BAIT / VAIT / KAIT, third-party risk, incident response and business continuity management.
Tax & Legal
Together with tax and legal experts, we provide integrated advisory services for regulated financial service providers – from tax structuring, transfer pricing and transaction tax advisory to legal contract and governance matters, as well as regulatory-relevant legal, tax and accounting interfaces.
Our 360° Approach
Our experts combine in-depth industry knowledge with methodological expertise, enabling us to provide holistic advice and tailored solutions from a single source. Collaboration within our specialised industry centres ensures an integrated, sector-specific advisory approach and takes current industry challenges into account. Our interdisciplinary setup and the combination of local market knowledge with global expertise enable us to address even complex challenges efficiently and develop sustainable solutions, combining global standards with the specific requirements of the financial services industry. In doing so, we stand by your side as a reliable partner for all questions.
