Mobile workforce support for seamless global operations
For international companies, a thoughtful expatriate tax and global mobility program is a pillar of their—and their talent’s—success. Without a robust framework to guide their strategy, companies may struggle to keep pace with complex global tax implications, market demands, and the evolving risk environment.
Our Expat Tax consulting team works collaboratively with our Global Employer Services practice to provide international companies of all sizes with the services they need to manage their expatriate programs, no matter where they or their employees operate.
Our clients benefit from direct access to Expatriate Tax professionals who understand every step of the expatriate process and how it applies to their specific circumstances. Leveraging the reach, experience, and knowledge of our global BDO network, we use a holistic, streamlined approach that integrates all areas of expatriate tax, including consulting services such as departure tax planning, residency analysis, customized payroll solutions, and equity compensation planning.
How we can enhance your global mobility program
With our support, your business can focus on growth while we handle the intricacies of global workforce solutions and mobility tax.
Our global mobility compensation services span payroll compliance, cost management planning, and payroll systems for mobile employees. This includes the preparation of shadow or split payrolls, establishing payroll systems for new employees in new locations, and managing international payrolls, as well as analyzing the taxability of wages and benefits in each jurisdiction.
As you navigate the complexities of the global market, our Expatriate Tax services cover all aspects of an assignment, including:
- Advising on global assignment policies and tax equalization.
- Human resources support services, from advising on incentive and remuneration plans to counselling and repatriation assistance for employees during pre-departure and post-arrival.
- Comprehensive tax compliance services, tax equalization calculations, and annual tax return preparation across jurisdictions.
Many companies recognize the value of equity share plans for attracting and retaining top talent, but the real challenge lies in ensuring these plans are efficient and effective globally.
We help you design, draft, and implement employee share plans that address tax compliance, regulatory obligations, and accounting requirements across multiple jurisdictions, while helping ensure programs are cost-effective, well-structured, and incentivizing to employees.
Our international team can provide a range of services, including:
- Advising on the employer- and employee-side tax implications of equity compensation.
- Advising on corporate withholding requirements.
- Payroll assistance and filings.
- Assistance with expanding the plan in new countries.
- Planning for corporate tax relief, where available.
- Assisting with employee communications and consulting with administrators on changes in local tax law or other regulations.
- Consulting on the structure of global equity plans during M&A transactions.
It's easy to overlook the nuanced compliance issues and risks that come with employees working across borders and the future of work. Our service is tailored to address these challenges, providing you with thorough management strategies for both the tax and non-tax consequences of remote work arrangements, from filing obligations to immigration, insurance, IT security, and other mobile workforce challenges.
Global Employer Services Smart Solutions
The proper tools and technology are critical to simplifying your expat management program, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for managing your global workforce. We offer smart solutions that provide real-time insights and support for your global team.
BDO QuickTrip
BDO QuickTrip simplifies the way your business manages its talent mobility strategy by providing a dual-platform solution that caters to you as an employer and your mobile workforce.
Employers gain access to a dedicated, secure HR portal that offers a comprehensive view of their employees' travel details in real time. For business travellers, the convenience of a smartphone app allows for easy tracking of their trips using GPS tracking technology. This advanced system makes it easy to generate management reports and proactively alerts users about potential unintended tax implications.
Global Assignment Management System
Our Global Assignment Management System is designed to streamline the management and administration of your mobile workforce through automation, collaboration, and task tracking, enabling you to make informed decisions quickly. This mobile responsive platform allows for role-based accessibility and a convenient single source for assignment-related information. It can provide global tax return authorization lists, real-time KPI-based reporting, assignment cost projections, and more.
There is also an employee app that can be accessed on the go and pre-populates relevant information that carries forward year-to-year.
U.S. tax for individuals
Complex systems in the U.S. and in Canada can make managing taxes challenging for individuals living abroad. We provide services to help clients meet compliance requirements, minimize their tax burden, and process filings in both countries.
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