Maren Rau

Education and Career

Maren is a certified tax advisor and holds a degree in Tax Law (Diplom-Steuerjuristin, FH). Before joining YPOG, she worked as a Director at PwC and brings over 15 years of experience in VAT consulting. Her expertise is complemented by international assignments in London and New York, as well as by her teaching and speaking engagements, including at DHBW Mannheim.

Experience

• Implementation and optimization of VAT compliance systems
• Advising on the design and implementation of VAT Compliance Management Systems, as well as the efficient structuring and digitalization of VAT-related processes
• Advisory services during international expansion and product innovation Supporting growth companies and MDAX-listed corporations with VAT-related matters when entering new markets or launching innovative (digital) products and business models
• VAT determination and documentation of cross-border transactions Reviewing, analyzing, and implementing accurate tax determination processes for complex international business transactions
• Support during tax audits Providing comprehensive support to family-owned businesses throughout ongoing tax audits, with a focus on mitigating VAT risks
• VAT advisory in transaction contexts
• Advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies on VAT implications during acquisitions, post-deal integration phases, and exit preparations
• IPO readiness support Assisting with VAT-related process assessments and improvements in preparation for initial public offerings (IPOs)
• Conducting customized VAT workshops for executive leadership as well as key functions including Accounting, Tax, Logistics, Sales, and Procurement