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Today’s tax planning blends technology and business acumen to focus on consistency, compliance and the organization’s strategic objectives.

Careful tax planning is critical for business success in an unpredictable global economy. Tax planning is also necessary for individuals who face their own challenges owning, managing and preserving businesses and wealth in a complex regulatory environment.

How transforming tax functions is paying off

New tax operating models in the last five years delivered value to businesses, our survey shows.

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Our latest thinking

Are you aware of the latest changes in VAT regulations?

Join us for an exclusive VAT updates seminar. Discover the latest on e-invoicing, Belgian VAT compliance and more. Gain insights and network with industry experts.

17 Mar 2025 Radisson hotel Antwerpen Berchem (20 March), BE

How increased global competition is reshaping tax priorities

The 2025 EY Global Tax Policy and Controversy Outlook explores changing global tax policies and their impact on businesses. Learn more.

10 Mar 2025 EY Global

How will GenAI shape tax and finance transformation?

GenAI may help tax and finance functions struggling with cost, talent and regulatory pressures. Transforming operating models can help integrate it.

09 Oct 2024 EY Global

Are you capturing the cash pool dynamics in an arm’s length context?

Explore how Multinational enterprises (‘MNEs’) can navigate the essential transfer pricing considerations when determining arm’s length pricing of cash pool arrangements.

04 Jun 2024 Pierre Legros

Pillar Two: what is the importance of the Country-by-Country Safe Harbors?

The “Transitional CbCR Safe Harbor” lowers the administrative burden for multinationals active in low-risk countries during the initial GloBE years.

25 Jan 2024 Arne Smeets +1

Three steps tax teams should take to prepare for quantum computing

How can tax functions prepare for quantum computing that can revolutionize tax modeling, audit resolution and fraud detection. Learn more.

28 Sept 2023 EY Global

Why a 15% financial statement tax rate may not avoid global minimum tax

A 15%+ financial statement effective tax rate may not be enough to avoid global minimum tax as part of BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two. Learn more.

22 Sept 2023 EY Global

Why five years of transforming tax and finance functions is paying off

New tax operating models in the last five years delivered value to businesses, EY survey shows. The next five years will add even more. Read more.

20 Jun 2023 EY Global

Why tax governance is key in an era of more tax risk and controversy

Businesses expect the number and intensity of tax audits to double in next two years, the 2023 EY Tax risk and controversy survey finds. Learn more.

28 Mar 2023 EY Global

Why competitive private businesses are transforming their tax function

For private businesses transforming their tax functions at a time of global flux, co-sourcing may be a valuable part of the solution. Learn more.

23 Jan 2023 Steven Shultz +1

Why investing in the tax function is critical to transform successfully

The latest CFO Barometer analyses how CFOs experience the tax function and what drives the tax function transformation.

19 Dec 2022 Géraldine Tack +1

How to better satisfy your cash needs in times of crisis

There is still opportunity for business growth during times of adversity. Learn more.

14 Oct 2022 Jamie Munday

How making tax smarter helps businesses manage rapid change

Discover how Dow Chemical Company transformed its tax function from a “black box” dedicated business as usual compliance, to a strategic business partner.

17 Feb 2022

Five ways businesses can talk tax incentives with R&D departments

Many companies are missing out on R&D tax incentives. The solution is improved communication between tax teams and their R&D colleagues. Read more.

09 Feb 2022 Jamie Munday

Why tax transparency is more complex and how businesses can comply

Governments know more than ever about businesses’ tax affairs due to advanced technology and the OECD BEPS frameworks.

22 Nov 2021 EY Global

How businesses are responding to the wider customer tax reporting net

Organizations need to transform their people, processes and technology to meet fast-changing obligations and mitigate risk.

11 Jun 2021

    Webcast: Multi-hub operating models in the context of global developments and tax reforms

    Listen to our panelists discuss how multi-hub models can bring value as a response to current trends, contribute to a more sustainable long-term model and deliver a range of business benefits

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    How EY can Help

    The team

    Craig Hillier

    EY Global International Tax and Transaction Services Leader
    Experienced US tax advisor with broad international and sector knowledge. Barrister and solicitor.
    Boston, USA

    Susan Pitter

    EY Global Deputy Vice Chair – Tax
    A driving personality across Global Tax. Watchdog for gender diversity. Enthusiastic tennis player.
    Eschborn/Frankfurt (Main), DEU

    Rob Weber

    EY Global Leader of Business Tax Services
    Believer that exceptional client service is core to who we are. Passion for the importance of diversity and inclusiveness that leads to shared success. Husband and father of two. Avid golfer.
    New York, USA

    Bridget Walsh

    EY Global Private Equity Industry Market Leader
    Recognized global leader and entrepreneurial businesswoman. Trusted advisor to the Global PE industry.
    London, GBR

    Gijsbert Bulk

    EY Europe West Deputy Tax Leader
    Seasoned Indirect Tax Partner. Serving clients in Amsterdam and beyond. Litigator. Husband. Father of four boys. Chess player. Runner.
    Amsterdam, NLD

    Luis Coronado

    EY Global Tax Controversy Leader
    Vast cross-border experience. Well-versed in international tax. Thought leader in tax policy and controversy.
     

    Jon Dobell

    EY Asia-Pacific Leader, Managed Services and Tax & Finance Operate
    Managed Services and Tax & Finance Operate Leader – helping businesses grow and scale globally. Curious about technology. Formula 1 racing enthusiast. Husband and father of 3 children.
    Sydney, AUS

    BEPS 2.0 Tax Alerts

    Keep up-to-date on significant BEPS 2.0 developments by signing up to the EY global Tax Alerts library (select “BEPS 2.0”).

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