Goods & services tax and indirect taxes

Grant Thornton understands that all organisations want the peace of mind that comes with knowing that they are dealing with their GST and other indirect tax affairs efficiently. GST can prove to be a real cost for some businesses/enterprises whereas for others, it can represent up to 9% of a businesses cash flow or an administrative burden. Where organisations have overseas activities and customers, the administrative burden is increased, as is the likelihood of errors and non-compliance with local laws.

We minimise the impact of GST and other indirect taxes for all types of organisations, from multinational companies and ASX listed companies, to privately held businesses and Not for Profit, through to new businesses and start-up enterprises.

Our national team of experienced indirect tax specialists can identify the issues that you will face and provide you with the solutions you require, where possible. We advise on GST, Customs Duty, compliance requirements, Payroll Tax and other indirect taxes. With a network of over 500 offices in over 100 countries, the Grant Thornton International network of member firms can also provide you with specialist indirect tax advice and practical solutions for all of your overseas businesses and transactions.

We can assist you at every stage of your businesses development, from the initial registration requirements, advising on transactions/liabilities, compliance requirements whilst ensuring the maximum possible input tax credit recovery, through to advising on internal restructuring, acquisitions/disposals and overseas expansion all with a view to providing tax efficient solutions which meet your commercial requirements.

Grant Thornton is able to help you with all the above drawing on extensive experience of successfully reviewing procedures and practice, and applying technical excellence and creativity to produce practical and commercial advice and assistance. We have an excellent track record negotiating with the ATO and gaining favourable resolutions for our clients, where this is not possible we can assist in taking matters to the tax tribunal and beyond, if necessary.

The indirect tax partners and staff at Grant Thornton look forward to working with you to resolve your issues and achieving your commercial objectives

For more information about Grant Thornton’s tax advisory, contact:

Peter Godber
National Head of Taxation Services