How do businesses access trusted professional advice overseas?

This is where international associations can provide value.

Associations such as SBC Global Alliance bring together established independent tax, accounting, audit, assurance and advisory firms across multiple jurisdictions. This allows businesses and their existing advisers to access trusted in-country expertise without having to identify and assess a completely new professional firm every time an international requirement arises.

It can also make it easier to coordinate work where several countries, disciplines or member firms are involved.
International reach with local expertise

International growth creates opportunity, but it also increases complexity.

Businesses therefore increasingly need an advisory model that combines international reach with local expertise – providing access to tax, accountancy, audit, assurance and business advisory support wherever their plans take them.

For independent professional firms, the same model helps them continue supporting clients whose ambitions extend beyond their domestic market.

At SBC Global Alliance, member firms collaborate across borders while retaining the independence, local knowledge and client relationships that distinguish them in their own markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What professional advice might a business need when operating internationally?

Depending on its activities, a business may require international tax advice, accounting and financial reporting support, audit and assurance services, VAT or indirect tax advice, payroll, transfer pricing, company formation or wider business advisory assistance.

How can I find trusted tax, accounting or audit advisers overseas?

An international association can provide access to established independent professional firms within the relevant jurisdiction and help connect or coordinate expertise where several countries or service areas are involved.

Do I need separate advisers in every country where my business operates?

Not necessarily. Requirements depend on the nature and extent of the business's activities. International associations can help businesses access the appropriate local expertise while supporting coordination across different jurisdictions.

Can international tax, accounting and audit advice be coordinated across several countries?

Yes. Where a business operates internationally, advisers in different jurisdictions can work together to address local requirements while helping the business maintain a coordinated approach across the wider group.