ESG – sustainability and transparency

ESG – sustainability and transparency

Long-term sustainability strategies that minimise tax-related risks

Through clear and transparent tax strategies, businesses can build solid grounds for long- term sustainable growth and ethical business conduct. Responsible tax management, where businesses contribute to society through accurate tax payments and compliance with local and global regulations, offer numerous benefits:
 

Enhanced credibility and trust 

By being open and transparent about tax strategy, businesses can strengthen their credibility and build trust among both internal and external stakeholders. This transparency also fosters greater confidence from customers, investors, partners, and society at large.


Risk management 

By communicating tax risks and being transparent with how tax is managed, companies can mitigate potential risks and avoid future complications. A thoroughly planned and transparent tax strategy can help avoid potential tax complications and negative reactions from public authorities and other stakeholders. 


Strengthen corporate reputation

By demonstrating a commitment to society and public welfare through paying taxes and fees in the countries where it operates, a company can strengthen its corporate image. This improves relationships with customers, employees and society through being a responsible and ethical entity. 


Competitive advantages

By contributing positively to society through tax and fee payments, companies can stand out amongst competitors and differentiate themselves on the market. Both customers and investors can be assured that they are supporting companies with clear and transparent tax strategies


Compliance with regulations and standards

Complying with standards such as GRI 207: Tax and other relevant regulations and frameworks ensures that companies fulfil the legal and ethical requirements for operating in a responsible manner. This helps avoid legal problems and fines that can occur when such compliance is neglected. 

Services

We offer tax advisory services in the following areas: 

  • Tax strategy and tax policy 
  • Improvment and development of internal processes for tax and risk management 
  • Tax reporting (internal/external, and local/global)
  • CbCR reporting
  • DAC 6 reporting 
  • Reporting of Top-up tax (OECD Pillar II – Global minimum tax)
  • Increasing visibility of the total tax contribution
  • Volutary disclosures 
  • Philanthropic strategies, such as establishing or financially supporting foundations with charitable purposes
  • Companies operating under regulations that limit profit distribution

Contact information

Maria Hyckenberg

Maria Hyckenberg

Head of International Tax / Auktoriserad Skatterådgivare FAR / Partner
BDO in Jönköping
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Fredrik Nilsson

Fredrik Nilsson

Head of M&A Tax / Auktoriserad Skatterådgivare FAR / Partner
BDO in Stockholm
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