Industry
Construction Industry & Architecture
Personalized Tax Consulting
for the construction and planning environment
Companies in the construction industry and architectural firms operate within a complex and highly regulated sector: tight deadlines, increasing documentation requirements, fluctuating prices and material costs, strict VAT regulations, and demanding expectations regarding project costing and liquidity management.
As your tax advisors, we support you with in-depth analysis and strategic consulting, providing comprehensive assistance in both tax-related and business matters – from formation and growth to succession planning.
As your tax advisors, we support you with in-depth analysis and strategic consulting, providing comprehensive assistance in both tax-related and business matters – from formation and growth to succession planning.
OUR DAILY BUSINESS
Typical Tax Challenges in the Construction Industry and Architecture
- Complex VAT Regulations: Section 13b of the German VAT Act (reverse charge mechanism), VAT-exempt services provided by architects, and the distinction between different types of construction services
- Special Trade Tax Provisions: particularly in the case of mixed businesses or combined planning and execution services.
- Project-Based Allocation of Income and Expenses: For example, in the context of down payments, partial services, final invoices, false self-employment, and subcontractor risks – especially in project-based collaborations with freelancers.
- Increased Requirements for GoBD-Compliant Accounting and Documentation
- Distinction Between Employment Contracts and Contracts for Work and Services: particularly when engaging subcontractors and freelance workers.
- Industry-Specific Tax Audits: With a focus on illegal employment, payroll accounting, cash management, and invoicing.
- Liquidity Shortages Despite a Strong Order Book: due to payment terms, guarantees, cash discounts, etc.
WITH US, YOU ARE PERFECTLY EQUIPPED
Our Services for the Construction and Architecture Sectors
- Ongoing tax support
- Payroll Accounting in the Construction Industry
- Business Management Support
- Digitalization & Efficiency Improvement
- Support During Tax Audits
THAT’S WHY S&S
Your added value with us as a partner
- Experience with Construction- and Planning-Related Businesses
- In-depth knowledge of industry-specific regulations and common pitfalls
- Reliable Deadline Monitoring and Representation Before Tax Offices and Public Authorities
- Personal consultation – digital, by phone, or on site
