Tax Controversy Compass is a webinar series by KPMG in Singapore for multinational enterprises with cross-border operations, bringing together relevant KPMG experts to deliver jurisdiction-specific perspectives on emerging tax risks and dispute trends in a fast-evolving tax controversy landscape.
You are invited to join us for the fourth episode of our Tax Controversy Compass series, where we explore how effective tax governance can serve as a critical first line of defence against tax controversy. As tax authorities place increasing emphasis on transparency, documentation, risk controls and board-level accountability, organisations that can demonstrate robust governance are often better positioned to manage audits, respond to information requests and reduce the risk of disputes escalating.
What we’ll cover:
- The growing importance of tax governance: How tax authorities are increasingly assessing not only tax positions, but also the systems, controls and decision-making processes that support them
- The key components of an effective tax governance framework: Clear roles and responsibilities, documented policies, escalation protocols, tax risk registers, tax reporting controls, and oversight by senior management and the board
- The role of tax governance in preventing disputes: Early identification of tax risks, greater consistency across jurisdictions, and stronger documentation before issues are raised by tax authorities
- The role of tax governance during audits and investigations: Including the importance of contemporaneous documentation, audit trails, internal approvals, and evidence of reasonable care in supporting tax positions
- Practical considerations for multinational groups: Common governance gaps, steps to strengthen tax control frameworks, and preparations for increasing scrutiny in a more transparent and data-driven tax environment
Who should attend:
Tax and finance leaders of multinational enterprises with global or regional headquarters in the Asia-Pacific region seeking practical insights on strengthening tax governance, managing tax risk and reducing exposure to controversy.
