Lars Günther
Certified Tax Advisor, Partner, Tax & Legal
Funding Consulting
Because successful grant consultancy requires more than just applications – it requires the right partner by your side.
Funding programmes offer enormous opportunities for businesses as well as public, charitable and church organisations – yet the path from idea to successful implementation is often complex. Different guidelines, high formal requirements and ongoing reporting obligations present challenges for many applicants. At the same time, there are various conditions relating to granted funding that must be observed, such as the requirement for a ‘Certificate on the Financial Statements (CFS)’ for EU-funded projects.
A holistic approach to funding – with BDO
BDO supports you in all these areas throughout the entire funding process: from identifying suitable programmes and submitting applications to audit-proof implementation and accounting. We support you not only with national funding programmes, but also with international initiatives and cross-border project structures of companies operating internationally. Our interdisciplinary approach combines tax, business management and audit expertise with technical know-how – for avisory services that take all relevant aspects into account.
Our strength:
Everything from a single source
Whether you wish to utilise traditional funding programmes, benefit from tax incentives or implement EU-funded projects – we offer you the right support:
- Strategic:
Identification and evaluation of suitable funding opportunities - Operational:
Support with applications and project management
Tax:
Optimisation through funding instruments such as R&D tax incentivesAudit:
Ensuring compliance and support during auditsInternational:
Advice on European and international funding programmes, as well as support for German subsidiaries of globally operating companies
A particular advantage: With BDO Technik- und Umweltconsulting GmbH (BDO TUC), we are expanding our funding consultancy services to include in-depth technical and environmental expertise. This enables us to comprehensively assess and support even complex requirements – for example, within the context of innovation, infrastructure or sustainability projects.
The experts at BDO TUC provide support, for example, in the preparation of technical reports, the evaluation of project content or the documentation required by funding bodies. These experts are also indispensable when it comes to applications for R&D tax incentives. This ensures that not only formal and financial requirements, but also technical and content-related requirements are fully met – efficiently and from a single source. For legal matters, such as issues relating to state aid law, the experts at our legal partner, BDO Legal Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, are on hand to provide advice and support. This creates a seamless advisory approach that minimises risks and maximises your chances of success.
An overview of our services
General funding consultancy
Would you like to systematically access and make the most of funding (e.g. at EU, federal or state level)? We support you in selecting suitable programmes, developing your own funding strategy and successfully implementing your funding projects.
R&D tax incentives
Make targeted use of tax incentives for your innovation projects. We’ll guide you through the process of applying.
CFS – Audit & Assurance for EU projects
Special audits are required for EU-funded projects. Our experts will assist you in preparing audit-proof statements of expenditure and will carry out the necessary audit services.
Your advantage with BDO
- Interdisciplinary expertise under one roof
- Extensive experience in national and international funding programmes
- Personalised support rather than standard solutions
- High level of assurance in audit and compliance
- International advisory expertise for cross-border funding projects
Unlocking funding potential together
Whether you’re looking for initial guidance or concrete project implementation – we’re here to support you as a reliable partner. Our experts take the time for a no-obligation initial consultation to understand your current situation and identify initial funding potential in a targeted manner.
We are committed to transparency and fairness: our fees for funding consultancy and R&D tax incentives are based on the actual work involved – not on the amount of funding awarded. This ensures our advice remains independent, transparent and consistently tailored to your needs.
Get in touch with us and make the most of your funding opportunities – we look forward to discussing this with you.
