Finance Monthly - Taxation Awards 2024

Integration of Digital Solutions: The digital transformation of tax processes is a cornerstone of Grant Thornton’s tax advisory practice. Utilizing advanced digital accounting technologies we help our clients to implement perfectly fitted digital solutions that integrate seamlessly with their existing accounting and payroll systems. These digital solutions streamline reporting processes, enhance accuracy, and ensure timely compliance with Austrian tax regulations. Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Implementing robust tax compliance management systems is crucial in today’s regulatory environment. I emphasize the development of digitalized solutions that enhance both efficiency and accuracy in tax compliance. By setting up these systems, clients can mitigate tax risks, ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, and set a benchmark for excellence in tax risk and compliance management. Continuous Adaptation and Improvement: The tax landscape is dynamic, with frequent changes in regulations and standards. My tax advisory services are characterized by a commitment to continuous improvement. This means regularly updating clients on regulatory changes, adjusting strategies to meet evolving needs, and ensuring that the tax compliance management systems remain scalable and adaptable. What are the key challenges that companies commonly face when managing their business taxes, and how do you assist clients in overcoming these obstacles? Companies face several key challenges when managing their business taxes, primarily due to the complexity and ever-changing nature of tax laws. For many, staying updated and compliant with regulations is a significant hurdle, as intricate tax laws require continuous attention and understanding. To assist our clients in overcoming these obstacles, Grant Thornton Austria provides expert consultation services for specific tax issues that help clients navigate the complexities and maintain compliance. Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records is another critical challenge, essential for compliance and audits. Companies often struggle with proper documentation, which can lead to complications during audits. To address this, we recommend and implement automation tools and accounting software to streamline record-keeping processes, making them more efficient and error-free. Another significant challenge our clients frequently encounter, is hiring and retaining qualified professionals in accounting, payroll, and tax and ensuring these employees stay current with the latest legal regulations. Outsourcing these functions to a trusted service provider, like Grant Thornton, offers an effective solution, helping companies navigate these challenges efficiently. How do you anticipate changes in international tax regulations impacting businesses in Austria, and what advice do you offer clients to prepare for these shifts? Changes in international tax regulations have a notable impact on businesses in Austria, especially concerning the ongoing increase in cross-border transactions as well as global mobility considerations. International transactions often have an impact on CIT and VAT issues and despite globalization and increased harmonization of regulations through the OECD and within the EU the national regulations still vary considerably. Additionally, these changes could affect the tax treatment of globally mobile employees, influencing compensation structures and benefits, as well as creating potential challenges in managing cross-border assignments. The introduction of a global minimum tax rate and digital tax reporting requirements may further complicate the tax landscape for businesses with international operations, increasing both tax liabilities and the complexity of managing global mobility programs. To address these challenges, businesses must stay ahead of international tax developments, particularly those affecting globally mobile employees, by regularly Grant Thornton Austria provides expert consultation services for specific tax issues that help clients navigate the complexities and maintain compliance. AUSTRIA 16 Finance Monthly Taxation Awards 2024.

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