WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

What WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft does

WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft is a Munich-headquartered German auditing and consulting firm (Aktiengesellschaft) that provides an integrated portfolio of tax advisory, statutory and consolidated financial statement auditing, corporate finance and M&A advisory, sustainability reporting, whistleblower protection compliance, and IT consulting services. The firm operates through eight partner-led regional offices across Germany — Hamburg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Stuttgart, Munich, Regensburg, Singen, and Emsdetten — with each managing partner accountable for a defined sector mix including automotive suppliers, real estate, shipping, manufacturing, renewables, nonprofits, e-commerce, and family-owned Mittelstand companies. Delivery is partner-led and bespoke rather than technology-platform-based, with interdisciplinary teams combining certified public accountants (Wirtschaftsprüfer), tax advisors (Steuerberater), attorneys (Rechtsanwälte), and IT specialists.

The business model is professional-services engagement-based with quote-based pricing, no publicly disclosed fee schedules, and recurring revenue from statutory audit mandates and tax compliance work. The firm targets three primary segments — German Mittelstand SMEs, family-owned businesses (often with succession-planning needs), and international corporate groups — alongside seven secondary vertical specializations. International reach beyond Germany is delivered through AGN International, a network of 200+ independent member firms in 90+ countries with combined revenue over €1 billion, supplemented by two wholly-owned subsidiaries: WIG Wirtschaftstreuhand Investment Greece GmbH (Greek inbound investment consulting) and GATIC German and Turkish International Consultancy GmbH (German-Turkish cross-border business). The firm is privately held, partner-owned through approximately nine board members, statutorily licensed under §29 WPO, and a member of the Wirtschaftsprüferkammer.

The service portfolio has expanded deliberately in recent years beyond the traditional tax/audit core into regulatory-driven adjacencies: sustainability reporting (supported by IDW Sustainability Auditor certification of partner Ralf Ziegler in 2024), Hinweisgeberschutz (Whistleblower Protection Act) compliance, and country-specific investment consulting via the Greek and Turkish subsidiaries. There is no evidence of proprietary technology, AI/ML capability, or platform-based product offerings in the input data; competitive positioning rests on regulatory licensure, partner reputation, AGN network scope, and accumulated client knowledge across long-term Mittelstand relationships.

Name

WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

Legal name

WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

Website

https://wira-audit.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

WIRA AG is a Munich-based German auditing, tax advisory, and corporate finance firm serving Mittelstand SMEs, family businesses, and international corporate groups through eight German offices and the AGN International network across 90+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Audit and Advisory Services

NAICS

Legal Services (5411)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Advisory (GAAP/IFRS) (BPAHABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Transaction Tax Structuring & Deal Advisory (BPAHAOAJ), Sustainability & ESG Reporting (GRI/SASB/ISSB/CSRD) (EUAHAJAB)

Keywords

• Audit and assurance services
• Tax advisory consulting
• Corporate finance advisory
• Sustainability reporting audit
• M&A transaction advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Munich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tax Advisory Services: Ongoing tax planning, tax return preparation, international tax consulting, transfer pricing, and tax litigation representation for businesses and individuals.
2. Auditing Services: Annual and consolidated financial statement audits, special audits, IT-related audits, and sustainability reporting audits.
3. Corporate Finance & M&A Advisory: Transaction advisory, business valuations, due diligence, succession planning, and financing structuring services.
4. IT & Specialty Consulting: IT audit, digitalization consulting, ESG reporting, and compliance advisory services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft is a German auditing and tax advisory firm providing statutory and voluntary audits, tax consulting and structuring, sustainability reporting, whistleblower protection services, corporate finance/M&A and succession planning, and international country services. It serves primarily mid-market German companies, family businesses, and internationally active corporate groups through its own regional offices and the AGN International network.

Product overview

WIRA AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft is a German auditing and consulting firm offering an integrated portfolio of professional services centered around seven core offerings: Tax Consulting (Steuerberatung), Auditing (Wirtschaftsprüfung), Sustainability Reporting, Whistleblower Protection, Corporate Finance/M&A/Succession Planning, Country Services, and Special Topics. These core services encompass specialized sub-products including Transfer Pricing, Transaction Tax, VAT Advisory, Succession Planning, Tax Litigation Representation, and IT Consulting. The firm also operates two specialized subsidiaries: WIG GmbH for investments in Greece and GATIC GmbH for German-Turkish business relations. Services are delivered through eight offices across Germany (Hamburg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Stuttgart, Munich, Regensburg, Singen, Emsdetten) and supported by the international AGN International network spanning over 90 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WIG Wirtschaftstreuhand Investment Greece GmbH: Investment consulting subsidiary focused on Greece investments, offering project management, legal consulting, tax consulting, and construction planning services
• GATIC German and Turkish International Consultancy GmbH

Products and services

• Steuerberatung (Tax Consulting) Comprehensive tax advisory service for companies and entrepreneurs covering statutory tax compliance, international tax structuring, transfer pricing, transaction tax, VAT advisory, and private wealth tax planning.
• Wirtschaftsprüfung (Auditing) Statutory and voluntary audit of annual and consolidated financial statements for corporations, partnerships, foundations, and industry-specific audits including real estate, automotive, energy, and non-profits.
• Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung (Sustainability Reporting) Sustainability reporting and assurance services covering CSRD/ESRS compliance, voluntary sustainability reports, ESG ratings advisory, and double materiality analysis for corporates.
• Hinweisgeberschutz (Whistleblower Protection) Whistleblower protection services covering compliance with the German Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz (HinSchG), including ombudsperson/advisory function, secure reporting channels, and investigation of reported incidents.
• Corporate Finance, M&A and Nachfolgeberatung (Succession Planning) Corporate finance advisory covering buy-side and sell-side M&A support, succession planning (Nachfolgeberatung), valuation, due diligence, and transaction-related consulting for mid-market and family-owned companies.
• Country Services (International) Cross-border audit, tax, and advisory services for German companies with international operations and foreign-owned companies operating in Germany, delivered through AGN International and dedicated country desks.
• Spezialthemen (Special Topics) including IT Consulting Specialized advisory services including IT strategy, data center advisory, IT security consulting, and other niche technical and regulatory advisory topics outside core audit and tax.
• WIG Wirtschaftstreuhand Investment Greece GmbH Greek audit and tax advisory subsidiary providing on-the-ground German–Greek audit and tax coordination for clients with cross-border activity between Germany and Greece.
• GATIC German and Turkish International Consultancy GmbH Turkish audit and tax consultancy subsidiary supporting German–Turkish cross-border engagements for clients with operations in Turkey.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AGN InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWIRA AG is a member of AGN International, an association of independent auditing and tax advisory firms. The network comprises approximately 200 firms worldwide, employing more than 10,000 people and generating combined revenue over 1 billion euros. AGN is represented in 90 countries.
• WIG Wirtschaftstreuhand Investment Greece GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary of WIRA AG based in Stuttgart providing one-stop investment consulting for Greece. Partners include KPAG Kosmidis und Partner (legal), Wirtschaftstreuhand GmbH (auditing), and Hermes EPE (tax). German-speaking team covers renewable energy, tourism, food, waste/recycling, and real estate sectors.
• GATIC German and Turkish International Consultancy GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary providing one-stop consulting for Turkey-related business. Experienced partners from Germany and Turkey including business lawyers, tax advisors, and auditors. Supports German companies in Turkey ventures and Turkish companies in Germany/EU activities.
• AGN South America Partners (Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGN partner firms in South America with German language capabilities serving German-speaking clients. Available in Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, and Peru. Part of broader AGN network enabling cross-border advisory services.
• AGN European German-Speaking PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAGN member firms in Netherlands, Belgium, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, and other European countries offering German-speaking advisory services. Enables seamless cross-border consulting for German clients.
• Wirtschaftstreuhand GmbH (Prague, Bratislava)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated companies in Prague, Czech Republic and Bratislava, Slovakia offering Eastern European solutions. Part of Nuremberg office network supporting cross-border advisory for China, Hong Kong, Taiwan operations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ETL Group: Germany's largest tax consulting and audit network, with strong Mittelstand and family business focus. Directly comparable on audit/tax integration, geographic spread, and SMB-to-mid-market client base.
• RSM Germany: German member of RSM, the world's sixth-largest audit network. Directly comparable as a mid-tier international firm serving Mittelstand clients with full audit/tax/advisory offerings.
• dhmp GRUPPEN: German mid-tier audit and advisory firm serving Mittelstand clients with integrated audit, tax, and consulting. Similar scale, German geographic focus, and integrated service philosophy to WIRA.
• Ebner Stolz: Top German mid-tier firm offering audit, tax, legal, and advisory for medium-sized enterprises with multiple German locations and an international footprint. Directly competes with WIRA for Mittelstand audit and advisory mandates.
• BDO Germany: German member of the BDO global mid-tier network, serving mid-market companies with audit, tax, and advisory. Comparable on integrated services, Mittelstand focus, and international reach through a network (analogous to WIRA's AGN tie-up).
• PKF International (Germany): PKF's German member firms provide audit, tax, and advisory services to mid-market companies. Comparable in target segment, integrated service portfolio, and international network model.
• Grant Thornton Germany: German operations of Grant Thornton's international mid-tier audit/tax/advisory network. Comparable on integrated services, mid-market focus, and international coverage through network membership.
• Mazars Germany: German operations of Mazars, a global mid-tier audit/tax/advisory network. Competes for the same Mittelstand and family business clients with comparable integrated service portfolio.
• Rödl & Partner: German mid-tier interdisciplinary firm combining audit, tax, legal, and consulting under one roof for Mittelstand and family businesses. Highly comparable integrated service model, geography, and Mittelstand client focus to WIRA.
• Baker Tilly Germany: German member of Baker Tilly's international mid-tier network providing audit, tax, and advisory to mid-market companies. Similar positioning to WIRA in target segment and service breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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