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Ernst & Young Tax Co. is one of the largest tax professional firms in Japan. We provide international and domestic tax advisory and compliance services in Japan.
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Top Message
We implement and enhance new strategies in the following seven domains: (1) M&A and other transactions; (2) human resources advisory; (3) operations (outsourcing and improving efficiency through AI and RPA); (4) integration with legal services; (5) indirect tax (consumption taxes, tariffs, etc.); (6) private tax(services for the high net worth individuals, etc.); and (7) the use of technology.
These strategies are closely linked to three challenges (themes) faced by clients in recent years.
First is the globalization of Japanese companies. As globalization gains further momentum and geopolitical uncertainty mounts, tax risks are emerging overseas. Furthermore, the strengthening of the international networks linking tax authorities has led to the creation of systems for tax authorities to exchange taxpayer information. How should we collect tax information to appropriately deal with tax risks in Japan and abroad, and how should we engage with the authorities to avoid reassessment risks and litigation risks faced as a result of tax inspections in each country? To deal with these taxation issues arising due to the movement ofpeople, goods and money, we need services that provide support for the establishment of appropriate tax risk management systems from a global perspective.
The next challenge to consider is that of transactions, as exemplified by M&A. Although Japanese companies have been intensifying their M&A activities overseas, in many cases they have failed to maximize the value of transactions after acquisition, or have neglected potential tax risks. Post Merger Integration (PMI) activities which serve to strengthen tax preparedness are becoming key to boosting the added value of a business. The scope of PMI includes not only corporate reorganizations, but also the management of transfer pricing risk, supply chain restructuring, human resource management and tax compliance.
The last challenge to emphasize lies in the use of technology to increase the efficiency of tax services and enable outsourcing. As AI, big data and other forms of digitalization see ever greater use throughout the world of business, the use of technologies such as RPA and AI for tax services will be essential. Furthermore, the
outsourcing of tax services is on the rise due to labor shortages and the need for cost reduction, making the use of technology an essential element in this respect as well.
Our tax professionals will continue to contribute to the development of the Japanese economy by providing new tax services, implementing and enhancing our abilities in respect to each of the seven strategies outlined above and focusing on the three challenges (themes) faced by our clients.
Kazuhiro Ebina
Managing Partner Ernst & Young Tax Co.
Company Profile
Firm name | Ernst & Young Tax Co. |
Locations in Japan | Tokyo head office Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Hibiya Mitsui Tower 1-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006 Direct: 03 3506 2411 Access, Map |
Osaka office Umeda Hankyu Bldg. 8-1 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 530-0017 Direct: 06 6315 1181 Fax: 06 6315 1167 Access, Map |
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Nagoya office 〒450-6642 JR Gate Tower, 42F 1-1-3 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Nagoya 450-6642 Direct: 052 588 8855 Fax: 052 588 8844 Access, Map |
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Fukuoka office Tenjin Bldg., 7F 2-12-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka, Fukuoka 810-0001 Direct: 092 752 5222 Fax: 092 752 5223 Access, Map |
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Okinawa office The Terrace Office & Parking, 7F 1-3-12 Omoromachi, Naha-shi, Okinawa 900-0006 Direct: 098 917 5461 Fax:098 917 5499 Access, Map |
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Managing Partner | Kazuhiro Ebina |
Foundation | 2002 (established in accordance with the revision of the Certified Tax Accountant Law) |
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