Global Accounting & Compliance services
When entering a foreign market, there are so many things to consider. Having a partner locally to help you navigate the overseas requirements, is a key advantage for any business expanding abroad. We understand that you require a partner experienced at dealing with cross-border matters, a professional who recognises the need for a seamless solution.
At HLB, our network of global accounting & compliance professionals provide a one-stop solution for businesses looking to set up in a new country, or several new territories, supporting you with local requirements.
Whether you need support with incorporation and set up, tax registration and compliance, accounting requirements, payroll, legal-secretarial and more. We have a solution.
Our approach
Regardless of what sector you operate in, business is about people. Building a trusted relationship with you is highly important to us. To get off on a flying start in the new country, we take the time to understand your specific needs and ambitions for expanding into foreign markets, to ensure you comply with local regulation.
Once we understand your business needs, your trusted HLB advisor at home will introduce you to a localised HLB client team set-up especially for you to cover the jurisdictions of your interest. They will serve as your local business guides to help navigate through the new business environment. You’re HLB advisor at home will be kept in the loop of your foreign projects – functioning as an additional safety to avoid misunderstandings and to enhance the building-up of a sturdy client service relationship.
At HLB, we work closely with our colleagues in the countries you’re expanding into and guarantee a seamless HLB client experience and soft landing in new territory.
Our expertise
Accounting compliance and reporting
Our role involves ensuring compliance with the very latest regulatory standards and financial guidelines, enabling precise and prompt financial reporting for your organisation.
Tax compliance
Today's tax and broader statutory accounting functions confront a myriad of challenges and opportunities. Companies must prepare for compliance and embrace the evolving digital landscape of the future.
Payroll
We help to manage employee compensation and tax obligations across borders. With accurate wage calculations, tax withholdings and adherence to international labor laws, we can maintain regulatory compliance in diverse jurisdictions.
Legal
To adhere to international laws and regulations governing financial practices, there are many legal areas to consider. We advise on all topics from taxation to corporate governance across various jurisdictions to mitigate legal risks and ensure integrity.
Administrative services
Encompassing record-keeping and procedural tasks essential for regulatory adherence. Our team monitors reporting requirements and facilitates accurate documentation to uphold organisational transparency
Client case study
Timely access to accurate and up-to-date data is a high priority for the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE) financial team, led by CFO Bernd Strangl. Created out of the Alcatel-Lucent group in 2014, ALE counts 2,000+ people from 40 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.
To help collect financial data and ensure compliance across all its subsidiaries, ALE depends on 33 local HLB firms to support in its accounting and tax needs, with coordination tightly managed through the HLB relationship partners out of Paris (ALE's headquarters).
HLB Global Project Management Tool
We offer a secure central space where global projects can be managed and organised, visible to everyone involved in the delivery and receipt of the service.
When working with HLB, your teams ( both 'central' finance and local) and HLB member firms will all have access to a global collaboration platform that includes:
- A dashboard which clearly sets out all tasks, their due dates, activities, and the current status. Users can choose between Kanban, Gantt, listed, or calendar view to manage these tasks.
- Collaboration and communication tools to facilitate secure file sharing and messaging with notifications.
- A reporting system which allows for clear visibility as to the delivery of the service, allowing for full
transparency and for teams to anticipate & resolve any potential delays. - Actionable tasks, with clear lines of responsibility and timetables for each task. Sub tasks and task
dependencies can also be set up as appropriate.
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