Axel Steffen
Partner
PwC Germany
Axel Steffen is a German certified auditor (Wirtschaftsprüfer) and certified tax advisor (Steuerberater) and Partner in PwC´s Hamburg office with more than 20 years of professional experience. As a Trusted Advisor, Axel Steffen stands for a holistic advisory approach with a strong focus on family owned business and middle market as well as high growth companies and startups.
Axel Steffen's expertise comprises advisory and compliance services in the areas of taxes and accounting. In addition, he accompanies mid-sized transactions in Corporate M&A, Private Equity and Venture Capital as well as restructurings and reorganisations. Besides that, Axel Steffen is a member of our local leadership team in Hamburg and he is also engaged in our PwC Next Level initiative for startups and innovation.
Languages: German, English, French
At a glance
Areas of focus
- Connected Compliance
- Real Estate
- Tax advice for private individuals
- Advice on commercial accounting
- Advice on transactions and restructurings
- Advice for Startups
Experience
- Since 2013: PwC, Hamburg
- Until 2013: Worked for mid-sized tax consulting and audit firms
Credentials
- Family owned business
- Middle Market International enterprises and groups
- Enterprise owners
- Wealthy private clients
- Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Startups & Scaleups
Education
- Certified Auditor (2005)
- Certified Tax Advisor (2003)
- Diploma in Business Administration (2000)
