PKF International network expands its presence in Germany

15 Sep 2010

RWS Riedel Appel Hornig GmbH, a renowned Heidelberg auditing firm, has joined the German PKF network, PKF Deutschland GmbH and also become a member of the PKF International network. PKF Deutschland has strengthened its position among the ten biggest auditing and consulting networks in Germany by expanding its regional coverage into Germany 's south-western state of Baden-Wurttemberg. PKF Deutschland employs more than 1,000 staff at 24 locations and achieved a turnover of more than EUR 100 million in 2009.

Dr Marian Ellerich, spokesman of the management board at PKF Deutschland, says: "With the admission  of RWS Riedel Appel Hornig GmbH, we strengthen our position as one of the leading independent partner-managed auditing and consulting networks in Germany . Our strategy is to further develop the coverage in Germany ensuring that new members comply with the highest quality standards required by the PKF International network."

Wolfgang Hofmann, chairman of the PKF International board, says: "This new firm will increase the presence of the PKF brand in the German marketplace and worldwide. It is another step in our strategy to position PKF International as one of the leading global accountancy networks."

Dr Harald Riedel, partner at RWS in Heidelberg , said: "At PKF Deutschland we recognise the need for a coherent brand identity and the capability to provide our clients with expertise from the international PKF network."