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Accounting for you as
Pilot

Discover a new dimension in accounting with Seewara, customised for you as a Pilot with mandatory accounting – without do-it-yourself software and without sole dependence on artificial intelligence.

The good news for you

As a freelancer without a business, you are exempt from the obligation to keep double-entry accounts under the Income Tax Act (EStG), regardless of turnover and profit. The principle of so-called simple bookkeeping applies to you.

Seewara is the best choice for you to have your bookkeeping done by professionals. Find out more about your field of activity and industry here.

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What you should know

Simple bookkeeping for businesses and the self-employed

Do you understand your accounting requirements? With Seewara, we offer a simple, transparent solution for businesses and the self-employed who want to keep track of their finances.

Who counts as a commercial enterprise?
Commercial enterprises include all companies that do not fall under the category of freelancers according to §18 EStG. This includes, for example, all commercial activities that are not exempt from the accounting obligation by law. Typical commercial enterprises are, for example, trading companies, craft businesses or limited liability companies (e.g. GmbH) that are either voluntarily or legally entered in the commercial register.

Limits for simple bookkeeping
Certain limits apply to commercial enterprises that are not required to keep accounts:

  • Turnover limit: 800,000 euros
  • Profit limit: 80,000 euros
    If your business does not exceed these limits, you can use the simplified income statement (EÜR) instead of complex double-entry bookkeeping.

Self-employed persons according to Section 18 EStG
Self-employed persons who work in one of the catalogue professions are also affected by special regulations. The catalogue professions include, among others:

  • Artistic activities
  • Scientific activities
  • Teaching and writing activities
  • Educational activities
    These professions are mentioned in the exhaustive list of §18 EStG and are considered to be self-employed regardless of the level of income.

Less bureaucracy, more freedom
Whether you are a tradesperson or self-employed – with our simple accounting solution, you can keep track of everything and save yourself unnecessary bureaucracy. Get in touch with us to customise your bookkeeping to your needs!

What do you actually do as a Pilot?

A pilot is a professional who navigates ships safely through difficult waters, harbours or maritime bottlenecks. The main tasks and responsibilities of a pilot include:

  1. Navigation: Pilots provide navigational information and instructions to guide ships safely through dangerous waters, narrow channels or busy port areas.
  2. Embarkation and disembarkation: They board a ship to assist the crew when entering or leaving port. This is usually done using a special pilot vessel or another suitable method.
  3. Harbour pilotage: Pilots help with berthing and mooring ships in port by providing instructions on the positioning and movements of the ship.
  4. Weather and current analyses: They analyse weather conditions, currents and tides to make optimal navigational decisions.
  5. Communication: Pilots communicate with the ship’s crew and port authorities to coordinate traffic flow and ensure that all safety protocols are followed.
  6. Compliance: They ensure that all relevant maritime regulations and safety standards are followed during navigation and in port.
  7. Consultancy services: Pilots also provide advice on the optimal route, speed adjustments and manoeuvring decisions to minimise risk.
  8. First aid services: In some cases, pilots are also responsible for first aid in the event of a medical emergency during the voyage or in port.
  9. Training: Some pilots are also involved in training new pilots and sharing their knowledge of navigational practices and techniques.
  10. Continuing education: Pilots must regularly attend training and continuing education courses to keep their knowledge up to date with new technologies, regulations and safety standards.

Overall, pilots play a crucial role in the safety of shipping by ensuring that ships can navigate efficiently and safely through complex maritime environments.

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For better readability, we use the generic masculine.
The personal designations used throughout our range of products and services refer to all genders unless otherwise indicated.
For better readability, we use the generic masculine. The personal designations used throughout our range of products and services refer to all genders unless otherwise indicated.