About us
Firm Overview
We believe in ‘together we go long’.
Bericht is a multidisciplinary firm that operates by partnering with professionals from diverse fields such as Chartered Accountants, Cost Management Accountants, Company Secretaries, Advocates, IT Engineers, Architects, Designers, and MBA professionals.This approach enables the firm to offer a one-stop solution to its clients’ professional needs, reducing the hassle of coordinating with multiple service providers.
Our mission is to provide outstanding professional services while maintaining the highest level of professional integrity. In all our work, we are committed to valuing people and establishing long-term relationships with stakeholders.
Our vision is to integrate professional services to the extent possible that helps businesses to achieve continuous improvement.
Our Team
Chartered Accountant
Chartered Accountant, Ex-EY
Germany
Senior Partner – Audit & Assurance
With over three decades of experience in Alappuzha, India, Mr. Muhammad Shafeeq is a distinguished Chartered Accountant. He obtained his Chartered Accountancy qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in 1988, specializing in audit, taxation, and management consultancy.
Mr. Shafeeq is a sought-after speaker, having addressed professional bodies and educational institutions on topics of Professional Development and Personality Enhancement. He served as Chairman of the Alappuzha Branch of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in 1997 and 2006.
Beyond his professional commitments, he actively engages in social service, presiding over the Alappuzha District committee of the Muslim Educational Society (MES) and leading the Centre for Information and Guidance India (CIGI). He is also a dedicated member of the Rotary Club in Alappuzha.
In the UAE, Mr. Shafeeq has excelled in his practice for over a decade. His exceptional financial insights and guidance have garnered trust and established him as a renowned authority in Chartered Accountancy.
Mr. Muhammad Shafeeq’s extensive experience, unwavering commitment to excellence, and international reach have positioned him as a leading figure in the field, impacting both India and the UAE.
Chartered Accountant
Executive Director
He is a Chartered Accountant, a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, having more than 15 years of extensive experience, in the areas of assurance services and management consultancy. He has worked with reputed audit firms in India & UAE. He is familiar with all legal aspects and compliances applicable to business organizations in UAE.
Over and above his experience in auditing, he handled the finance department of leading corporate businesses.
Associate Director – Audit & Assurance
He is a Chartered Accountant, a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, having more than 14 years of accounting, auditing, and taxation experience in UAE.
He is an expert in dealing with UAE VAT since its inception. Apart from that, he is interested in the automation of accounting with the help of Artificial Intelligence and the latest technologies. His technical knowledge of computer software is anadded advantage for our clients.
Chartered Accountant, Ex-EY
Director – Business Tax and Consulting
He is the Director of Bericht Audit & Advisory. He is connected to clients across industries and jurisdictions. His expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and consulting is utilized to deliver tailored solutions meeting client expectations.
He is holding a Chartered Accountant qualification, Associate membership in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, and pursuing the ACCA Strategic Professional Level, the individual also possesses a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business Operations and a Master of Commerce in Organizational Behavior Studies from India. With over seven years of experience, he has managed diverse audit and assurance engagements, ensuring regulatory compliance and contributing to methodology development.
Germany
Associate partner Business set up
Chris Elliott is a German entrepreneur, having a wealth of experience in establishing and developing diverse businesses and companies across Germany, the United States, and Dubai. His notable achievements include building Emirates Business Setup, a reputable corporate business consultancy firm in Dubai.
Chris’s expertise ensures that businesses navigate complex regulations and establish a strong foundation for sustained success internationally.
With his deep knowledge of legal aspects and compliance requirements, he knows running business organizations that successfully expand his global presence in the international market.
Principal Consultant – Investment Advisory
He has 35 years of rich experience in advising on Investment decisions. He is a Credit & Investment Banking Consultant with immense knowledge about creditworthiness and documents review. Well versed in reviewing financial documents, preparing statistical data and making recommendations based on risk values. Detail oriented and thorough with excellent judgement.
Associate Partner – International Tax & Transfer Pricing
He has 10 years of rich experience in advising on complex corporate and international tax and transfer pricing issues, and personal tax issues and handled tax litigations across all forums. His area of expertise also includes representing the client. Prior to his current role he was associated with EY and PwC, one of the largest global accounting firms.
Associate Partner-International Tax&Transfer Pricing
He has 8 years of rich experience in advising on complex corporate and international tax issues, structuring crossborder investments, advice on tax Incentives, due diligence and handled tax litigations across all forums. Previously, he was associated with EY & KPMG under the domain
International Tax & Transfer Pricing.
Associate Partner – HR Recruitment & Consulting
He has over 6 years of extensive experience in practising audit services across industry verticals. Also, he beholds experience working in Offshore environment in Big4, carrying out audit procedures in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements for Insurance, Venture Capital and Hedge Funds.
Principal Consultant – HR Recruitment & Consulting
She is an Industrial Psychologist who has over 3 years of experience in HR. She is a Strategic Advisor and leads Training, Talent Acquisition and Virtual HR cell of our team.
Business Development Manager & Consultant
Seasoned Business Development Consultant with over 5 years of experience in driving growth for Tech-enabled businesses across diverse industries. Proven track record of working with startups from the ideation stage, fueling their success Currently, dedicated to assisting companies in achieving exponential business growth. Co-founder of a thriving healthcare startup.
Strategic Management Consultant
Amal leads the strategy and marketing division for our clients. An alumnus of IIM indore, he also brings rich experience from his entrepreneurial stint at Superwagon. He has also had a brief stint as business consultant at Byju’s and has completed bachelors degree from GEC Kannur.
Metin Günyil, a German national, is a seasoned expert in tax consulting and commercial law. Fluent in German, Metin is uniquely equipped to support German businesses operating in the UAE, offering comprehensive services in accounting, tax compliance, and legal advisory.
Metin holds a Master’s Degree in Business and Tax Law from Ruhr University Bochum and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Law from FH Recklinghausen, both prestigious institutions in Germany. His academic achievements are complemented by years of professional experience with leading tax consulting firms in Germany, where he managed clients and prepared tax returns for individuals and businesses.
Now based in the UAE, Metin specializes in managing accounting and financial matters for German companies, ensuring compliance with both local and international tax regulations. His expertise spans tax audits, financial analysis, and the preparation of financial statements, backed by excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
