Acquisition International - Issue 1 2018 9 Grant Thornton Taiwan are a dynamic, fast-growing firm, who understand the ambitions and aspirations of businesses seeking to be number one in their respective fields. We spoke to Jay Lo to find out more about the Most Innovative for Auditing and Taxation Services – Taiwan. rant Thornton Taiwan are a global accounting firm that provides advisory, tax, and assurance services to global enterprises of all sizes and local clients. The challenges the team face include constantly changing laws and regulations, as well as changing technology and innovative business models. At Grant Thornton Taiwan, the firm boasts a reputation as one of Taiwan’s top advisory firms, which allows it to attract an international team of the brightest, most dedicated assurance, tax and advisory specialists, providing the quality of a Big 4 accounting firm at a fraction of the price. The firm care about building a solid team to service its clients, and Jay comments on the great business that the firm receives thanks to word-of-mouth, and that this is just one of the aspects that separates the firm from competitors. “Recent results have showed that more than 75% of our employees are willing to recommend us as an employer to their families and friends. We already serve some of the largest global enterprises in Taiwan, and invite growing businesses of all sizes to explore what we can do to turn your aspirations into a reality. “Furthermore, our reputation as one of Taiwan’s top advisory firms allows us to attract an international team of the brightest, most dedicated assurance, tax and advisory specialists, providing the quality of a Big 4 accounting firm at a fraction of the price. Also, we have an international team with capable experts that are used to serving global clients. Approximately 50% of our clients are large international companies.” Throughout the company, the people are its most valuable asset, and the team understand that being at the forefront of professional development is vital to its success. One of its strategic priorities is to attract, develop and retain the best people in Taiwan. The team’s commitment to its people is not only recognised inside of the organisation, but also around the world, as Grant Thornton firms have Company: Grant Thornton Taiwan Contact: Jay Lo Contact Email:
[email protected] Address: 5th Floor, No. 21 Zhongxiao East Road Sec. 6, Taipei, 11575, Taiwan, Republic of China Phone: 00886 22789 0887 Website: www.grantthornton.tw/en An Instinct for Growth G 1801AI08 won recognition for the strength of their people and commitment to their development. Jay mentions how the personal approach that Grant Thornton Taiwan adopts internally and externally benefits both clients and employees. This approach means that each individual client receives their own, thoroughly examined project and solutions, working closely with the firm to guarantee that satisfaction is achieved. “Many large firms offer ‘off the shelf’ advice and solutions to their clients. At Grant Thornton Taiwan, we believe each and every client should always receive tailored, commercial and pragmatic advice regardless of the size or complexity of the project. Grant Thornton’s 6 Box Model is a proprietary framework we use to discuss a client’s business and the best practices we see around the network. The 6 Box Model is focused on addressing the critical drivers of growth for any business: strategy and structure, process, people and culture, financial management, and external factors including market needs; regulatory and legal concerns; and customer demands.” Adaptability and versatility are key to the future of Grant Thornton Taiwan, with Jay signing off by commenting on how the multiple services that the team offer help it to mark itself out as the best possible option for clients, leaving it to secure the best business. “Currently, we are working on developing a number of different software that we can share with our clients to help them in compliance to the current changes to work regulations. Also, we plan to expand our business in all areas, and become the biggest and best firm outside the Big 4. “Ultimately, with extensive experience in audit, tax and advisory services, Grant Thornton is well placed to provide clients seamless, cross-service advice. Our combined audit and tax processes allow us to quickly address issues and/or risks businesses may face and deal with them in a timely and efficient manner. While many firms offer just one or two services, Grant Thornton provides a wide range of services that are complementary and typically provide clients with more thorough, cost effective solutions.” “Adaptability and versatility are key to the future of Grant Thornton Taiwan...”