In this exclusive interview with Thomas Jansen of Jansen Advising, we delve into his journey from becoming a certified tax adviser to establishing a firm known for its innovative and client-centric approach to tax and business consulting. Thomas shares how his extensive experience has shaped Jansen Advising's unique direction, emphasizing personalized strategies and proactive solutions tailored to the complex needs of medium-sized companies and high-net-worth individuals, especially in international contexts.
What motivated you to establish JansenAdvising, and how has your experience as a certified tax adviser shaped the firm's direction?
The decision to establish JansenAdvising was driven by a strong desire to offer a more personal and innovative approach to tax and business consulting. Innovative in the sense of being personal, fast, flexible, and customer oriented. As a tax advisor and through my previous work in industry, I am well aware of the complexities and challenges faced by businesses, therefore, I wanted to create a company that not only provides expert advice but also actively supports clients in making informed decisions and achieving their financial goals. After analyzing complex financial situations, we identify opportunities and risks and develop tailored solutions and strategies with our clients to increase profitability and minimize risk. JansenAdvising is driven by commitment and passion for what we do.
How do you approach tax advisory for medium-sized companies and substantial individuals, particularly in an international context?
At JansenAdvising, we take a holistic approach to tax consulting for medium-sized companies and high-net-worth individuals, including international contexts.
Our approach encompasses:
¥ Comprehensive Analysis: We begin with a thorough analysis of your unique situation, goals, and specific challenges.
¥ Transparent Solutions: We develop optimal and transparent solutions for complex cross-border matters.
¥ Proactive Advice: Beyond tax returns, we offer proactive advice to minimize tax risks and leverage potential tax optimization opportunities.
¥ Long-term Partnership: We are your long-term partner for all tax matters, from startup to succession.
¥ Interdisciplinary Expertise: Our network of lawyers, tax advisors, and other experts enables us to provide you with interdisciplinary support for complex issues.
¥ International Focus: In the international context, we particularly consider differences in taxation, applicable double taxation agreements, and legal requirements for transfer pricing documentation.
Through our comprehensive expertise and individualized approach, we ensure that you are always optimally positioned from a tax perspective, allowing you to focus on your core business.
Can you share a success story where your proactive tax planning significantly benefited a client?
Together, we select the most suitable legal structure for your company to minimize tax burden while maximizing flexibility. We proactively plan tax payments and adjust tax prepayments based on your company's earnings. By doing so, we assist businesses in their financial planning and ensure that only the necessary amount of money is allocated to taxes. This leaves businesses with more liquidity for investments and growth, enabling them to be better prepared for future challenges and invest strategically in growth projects.
How does Jansen Advising stay ahead of changes in tax law and ensure compliance for your clients?
At JansenAdvising, we combine cutting-edge tools with comprehensive employee training to stay ahead of the constantly evolving tax landscape. Our approach includes utilizing modern industry publications, regular training, proactive client communication through newsletters and social media posts, and leveraging an expert network.
For our clients, this means that we are able to quickly identify and communicate new developments and legislative changes. The information is tailored to the specific needs of our clients and presented in a clear and understandable manner. This ensures that our clients can grasp even complex topics quickly and respond promptly to changing conditions, a significant competitive advantage in today's fast-paced environment.
We capture the individual needs and specific circumstances of each client through personalized consultations.
In what ways does your business consulting service complement your tax advisory offerings?
Our business and tax analyses ensure that our clients always have a clear understanding of their company's development. These in-depth analyses often form the basis for our business consulting services. With key performance indicators, dashboards, and scorecards, we make every company transparent and identify opportunities for improvement. Through a detailed analysis of business processes, we identify optimization potential, contributing to increased value creation and efficiency within the company. We actively support our clients in investment decisions by evaluating and comparing investment projects. Not only do we analyze the financial aspects but also the tax implications. This minimizes the risk of making the wrong business decisions. Our business consulting complements our tax advisory services by providing a holistic view of the company. As a result, our clients perceive us not only as tax advisors but also as true business partners. Our consulting approach goes far beyond traditional tax advice.
What role does your international experience play in handling complex issues like transfer pricing?
Our experience in various countries has provided us with a deep understanding of diverse tax environments. We know how to leverage this knowledge to benefit our clients. Furthermore, we have an international network of experts that we can consult on complex matters.
How do you foster innovation within your team to continually improve the services you offer at Jansen Advising?
At JansenAdvising, we foster innovation through an open and learning-oriented corporate culture based on personal responsibility, collaboration, and reliability. We empower our employees to contribute their ideas and actively implement them. Through regular training, the use of modern technologies, and close collaboration with our clients and partners, we ensure that our services are always up-to-date and meet the individual needs of our clients.
