Forvis Mazars in Hong Kong

🚋Ding Ding! Catch a ride with our #ForvisMazars tram! It is the first-ever tram decked out with our lead images and foundational element ‘supergraphic’ representing our brand promise “Built for forward”. We are excited about the journey ahead, creating new opportunities and helping our clients succeed as a global two-firm network. Welcome to Forvis Mazars! 🎉 #WeAreForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #HKtram #HongKong

The revised Guideline on #Cybersecurity (#GL20) was proposed in October 2022 and is expected to be released in 2024. All Authorised Insurers (AI) are required to perform the Inherent Risk Assessment (IRA) and the Maturity Assessment (MA). AIs with medium or high inherent risks are required to perform the Threat Intelligence Based Attack Simulation (#TIBAS). Click here to learn more about our service offerings and how we can help AIs to fulfil the requirement of GL20 and other compliances: https://lnkd.in/gTGtyUP7 #ForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #Financialservices #consulting #guideline #AuthorisedInsurers

Forvis Mazars in Hong Kong was pleased to be the Gold sponsor of the “Cross-straits, Hong Kong and Macau Accounting Profession Conference 2024”(2024年海峽兩岸及港澳地區會計師行業交流研討會), organized by Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) ! Yesterday, our partner, Sam Tsoi, and principal, Harris Yuan, were glad to represent the firm at the conference. Sustainability emerged as a crucial topic across various sectors, including accounting. During the conference, attendees engaged in discussions regarding the opportunities and challenges faced by small and medium-sized CPA firms, as well as the responsibilities of audit firms in the context of sustainable development. Furthermore, guest speakers and industry leaders also provided valuable insights on attracting accounting talent and the transformation of the accounting profession driven by innovation. This event presented a significant opportunity to network with fellow accounting professionals from across the straits! #ForvisMazars #WeAreForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #CPA #HKICPA #crossstraits #audit #insights #conference #accounting #sustainability

[#Csuite] With the global economy gradually recovering after several years of pandemic, our research shows that business leaders in the APAC are more optimistic than before. Download our APAC C-suite barometer: 2024 outlook to know more: https://lnkd.in/gyJ4mtDy #ForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #APAC #thoughtleadership #management #report #insights #economy #business

Jimmy Yip, Managing Director of Forvis Mazars in Hong Kong recently represented the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) at the IFAC Small & Medium Sized Practices Advisory Group (SMPAG) meeting in New York. The meeting mainly discussed practice transformation related to the use of technology and understanding SMPs’ client base, the use of AI, comments on IAASB’s projects and other relevant topics with fellow members. The IFAC SMPAG is an advisory body that provides strategic input on IFAC’s activities & global accountancy topics related to SMPs and their SME clients in three main areas: •  Supporting standard setting —providing timely input to the international standard-setting process in order to help ensure the relevance and proportionality of international standards to SMEs/SMPs •  Building a future-ready profession—developing practical guidance and resources with a focus on implementation of international standards, practice management, and business advisory services •  Speaking out—promoting the visibility and recognition of SMPs and representing and advocating on behalf of SMPs and SMEs worldwide. #ForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #WeAreForvisMazars #HKICPA #SMEs #doingbusiness #audit #accounting #SMP

Last week, our AOS team participated in the Forvis Mazars APAC Outsourcing Conference held in Hanoi, Vietnam. Our partners, Gilles-Alexandre Salansy, Betty Tang, director Amy Kwan , along with managers, Rachael Liang and Christine Shiu represented Forvis Mazars in Hong Kong at this conference on 17 and 18 October. Throughout the two-day event, our APAC outsourcing leaders took part in discussions focused on the latest trends in Payroll, Accounting, and Company Secretarial practices in the APAC region. Gilles, Betty and Amy also shared insights into the prevailing trends within the Hong Kong outsourcing market. This remarkable annual event convened thought leaders, industry experts, and professional participants from all over the region to exchange insights, share innovative ideas, and explore new opportunities. The team also engaged in valuable dialogues with fellow APAC leaders, facilitating knowledge exchange and best practices that sparked new ideas and reinforced our dedication to fostering innovation and delivering outstanding value to our clients. In addition to the organized sessions, attendees enjoyed a rich cultural experience in Hanoi, which allowed them to gain insights into Vietnamese culture and foster personal connections with colleagues. A heartfelt thank you to the Forvis Mazars in Vietnam team for hosting this event and ensuring its smooth and successful execution! At Forvis Mazars, we are eager to continue strengthening our connections as we move forward! #ForvisMazars #WeAreForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsinAPAC #APAC #annualconference #insights #outscourcing #accounting #comsec #payroll

The 4-day Forvis Mazars Emerging Leader Development Program provides 50+ participants from around the globe with a wide range of learning opportunities to equip them as leaders. From 7 to 10 October 2024, our partner, Najla Belkhoja and our principals, Amanda Yuen, Basy Li attended the program, hosted by Forvis Mazars in Germany. The program covers several key business skills, always with a focus on how to apply them, both personally and within an organizational context. Effective leadership, strategy formulation, better decision-making and negotiating skills, and successful change management form the core of the program's agenda. #EmergingLeaders #ForvisMazars #WeAreForvisMazars #Thoughtleadership

[#Webinar] Join our upcoming webinar, ‘APAC Deals: Focus on holding company structures and tax’, hosted by Forvis Mazars in APAC on 12 November. This webinar will explore critical aspects of holding companies in a Deals context, offering insights into the latest trends, tax regulations, and strategic considerations. Join Karen Lau from Forvis Mazars in Hong Kong, Jonathan Stuart-Smith from Forvis Mazars in Thailand, Elaine Chow from Forvis Mazars in Singapore and Laurent Nguyen from Forvis Mazars in Vietnam live to gain a high-level understanding of the issues relating to structuring holding companies for an acquisition or new business venture or restructuring the group. This session is crafted to equip attendees with insights into the types of complexities related to making cross-border deals in the region. https://lnkd.in/gdjiCTzP #forvismazars #forvismazarsinapac #webinar #apacdeals #Holdco #tax #ForvisMazarsHK #webinar #advisory #FinancialAdvisory

From 16-18 October 2024, our Head of Tax Karen Lau attended the Annual Forvis Mazars TP Conference 2024 which gathered #transferpricing experts from around 40 different jurisdictions in Milan. During the conference, our experts shared their insights on various topics including global TP strategy, capacities in Asia, Africa and Latin America, Pillar 1 – Amount B and training on TP for financial services. Apart from the conference, they collaborated in outdoor team-building activities while touring the iconic spots in the city and enjoyed Italian cuisine to wrap up the day. Thanks Forvis Mazars in Italia for hosting these dynamic events and providing the precious opportunity for our experts to exchange their valuable ideas! #ForvisMazars #ForvisMazarsHK #TP #tax #exchange #conference #teambuilding 

[#Csuite] An optimistic outlook for growth. Asia Pacific is expected to remain the motor of the world economy in 2024, and with that will come new opportunities. Read more in our APAC C-suite barometer: 2024 outlook: https://lnkd.in/gyJ4mtDy #ForvisMazars #WeAreForvisMazars #APAC #ForvisMazarsHK #thoughtleadership #insights #businessdevelopment #management #leader #AsiaPacific