Transformation in the automotive sector

The automotive sector is undergoing a period of profound realignment. Declining volumes and sales, increased competition, technological advances, cost and efficiency pressures, volatile markets, and rising financing costs are putting pressure on manufacturers and suppliers of all sizes. At the same time, business models, portfolios, and value chains must be consistently aligned with future viability, particularly e-mobility and software.

In the area of financial advisory, we support our clients along the transformation agenda with three complementary service lines that integrate financial, digital, and transaction-related perspectives: 

Reporting & Regulatory

We provide support in the preparation of spin-off, pro forma, and special balance sheets, the design and implementation of effective internal control systems, as well as mergers and carve-outs. In addition, we assist with the optimization of cash pooling structures and the identification of hidden reserves in order to strengthen the distribution base in a targeted manner and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Digital Finance

In the area of digital finance, we design IT carve-outs and integrations, optimize the performance of shared service centers, and support S/4HANA transformations. In addition, we assist with the introduction of new reporting requirements such as CSRD and Public CbCR and ensure that financial and reporting processes are set up in a digital, scalable, and future-proof manner.

Deal Advisory

Our deal advisory services include the development of robust financial models and revolving plans, the preparation of S6 and restructuring reports, and support for M&A transactions, particularly in the area of peripheral activities in the mid-cap segment. In addition, we develop target operating models (TOM) for financial organizations and provide support for the outsourcing and realignment of financial processes.

Transformation agenda in the automotive sector

For many years, we have been supporting leading automotive manufacturers and suppliers in strategically important transformation projects – from comprehensive restructuring to digital finance and ERP transformations. This includes, among other things, the bundling of previously decentralized R&D activities in a group-owned holding company to leverage synergies, the realignment of a diversified, non-synergy-driven R&D landscape, and the design and implementation of an S/4HANA pilot project at an international OEM. Our project experience ranges from large OEMs to specialized suppliers and encompasses both national and international group structures.

Project examples from the automotive industry