A source of value
The increasing profile of tax highlights the importance of leading and developing a tax function that delivers the best possible performance to the business.
Platform for the future of the tax function
Karen Hayzen-Smith of AMEC describes how tax has become an integral part of long-term corporate strategy.
A rigorous approach to managing risk
Risk management forms an increasingly important part of the tax director’s role. For Ian Brimicombe of AstraZeneca, this requires senior management support and close co-operation with the business.
New challenges, old dilemmas
With governments around the world facing major fiscal deficits, tax is once again top of the policy agenda.
A forum for change
Martin Walbeck, Africa Tax Leader at Ernst & Young, interviews the Chairperson of a new international body that focuses on the discussion and development of taxation policy in Africa.
Debt in the firing line
The financial crisis has caused some policy-makers to question whether the tax deductibility of interest on debt creates dangerous economic distortions.
Spotlight on risk
Tax has often been a neglected part of the risk management agenda. But with the potential for controversy on the rise, a proactive, systematic approach to managing tax risk exposure is becoming vital.
Making connections with the business
Once, tax was a topic that could safely be left to the specialists. But as the demand for greater disclosure from investors and regulators has grown, there is an increasing need for clear communication on tax issues.
Taxing times in a post-crisis world
Large fiscal deficits in many countries are prompting governments to rethink their tax policies. While business will undoubtedly feel the impact, a clear approach to tax strategy can help to mitigate the uncertainty.
Co-ordination is the key to European tax reform
Putting Europe back on the road to prosperity will take considerable fiscal consolidation and budgetary adjustments at a national level.
A changing world for transactions
Over the past few years, major M&A deals have been few and far between. But as companies once again consider transactions, they should ensure that they are aware of changes in the tax environment.
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