We approach each audit with sharp thought, straight talk and common sense. In addition to verifying that financial results are fairly presented and meet...
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Financial Reporting Advisory Services
Grant Thornton’s Financial Reporting Advisory Services (FRAS) team supports organisations through a diverse range of accounting and reporting services including transaction accounting, analysis and adoption of new International Financial Reporting Standards, training on new and complex standards, and other related services that enable organizations to achieve greater transparency and navigate through the ever-changing regulatory landscape.
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CFO Advisory Services
Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and finance teams periodically face difficulties in financial reporting and accounting. To address these issues and challenges GT’s team looks to reduce the periodic uncertainty faced by our clients around difficult reporting and accounting standards and can help overcome these difficulties with our CFO advisory services.
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International Financial Reporting Standards
Capability in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is one of our core skills. We have access to a full-time team responsible for high quality, consistent application of IFRS throughout the global organisation.
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International Public Sector Accounting Standards
We are equally experienced in the adoption and implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
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In-Country Value
Grant Thornton is honored to be one of the Certifying Bodies to implement the National In-Country Value (ICV) Program for the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT)
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Staff Secondment Services
Finding qualified, skilled professionals for a specific purpose and time period can be a significant challenge for many organisations. We alleviate that challenge with a talent pool of highly motivated and technically trained individuals who have excellent soft skills and the agility to adapt quickly to varied client environments.
As your business grows, our advisory services are designed to help you achieve your goals. Successful growth often means navigating a complex array of...
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Transformation Advisory
We can help you identify, understand and manage potential risks to safeguard your business and comply with regulatory requirements.
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M&A and Transactions Advisory
We can support you throughout the transaction process – helping achieve the best possible outcome at the point of the transaction and in the longer term.
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Forensics
At Grant Thornton, we have a wealth of knowledge in forensic services and can support you with issues such as dispute resolution, fraud and insurance claims.
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Restructuring
We have an established standard of excellence for Restructuring within the United Arab Emirates with a focus on client success throughout a complex period of the business life cycle.
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Incorporation and Compliance
Grant Thornton assists businesses in setting up and complying with these regulations and acts as adviser for companies to ensure their activities, policies and procedures follow the guidelines specified by respective regulations.
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ICFR
Grant Thornton is a market leader in providing Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) services to many well-known entities in UAE.
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Islamic Finance
Grant Thornton's Islamic Financial Services team comprises a global network of professionals with in-depth knowledge of Islamic finance and providing practical, value added assistance to their clients across a range of specialisms and issues.
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Regulatory Compliance
Grant Thornton holds a proven track-record in Regulatory Compliance advisory, our range of services will facilitate robust guidance to help you manage your regulatory risks and affairs, our teams of specialists assist our clients in the following areas:
Tax policy reforms and the introduction of new tax regulations across the GCC are creating huge challenges for organisations. Grant Thornton UAE offers a...
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Corporate Tax
Our diversified team of corporate tax subject matter experts combines a perfect blend of international experience across several industry sectors, technical expertise, and commercial nuances with a commitment to deliver exceptional value to your business.
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VAT
The VAT team at Grant Thornton is well versed with the VAT Laws applicable across the region and holds valuable experience and professional accreditation in assisting clients across diverse industries to comply with the VAT obligations.
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Transfer Pricing
Grant Thornton UAE assists its clients in providing transfer pricing solutions that are implementable and operational, considering the facts and concerns of its clients.
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International Tax and Tax Due Diligence
Grant Thornton UAE supports multinational groups to optimise their tax structures. We can also assist businesses in analysing existing group transactions and inter-group supplies, as well as advising on potential implications of various taxes to facilitate an efficient Group tax structure.
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Economic Substance Requirements
Economic Substance rules were introduced in the UAE in 2019, requiring UAE businesses that undertake certain ‘Relevant Activities’ to maintain and demonstrate adequate substance.
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Customs and International Trade
The team at Grant Thornton is positioned centrally to assist the businesses with global cross-border tax structuring, planning and compliance needs.
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Excise Tax
We provide Excise Tax related advisory and compliance services to the producer, importer, and the storekeeper of excisable goods
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Business Process Outsourcing Services
Our team at Grant Thornton offers comprehensive and cost effective outsourced solutions, enabling stakeholders and business owners to focus on their core business goals.
Islamic Finance
Grant Thornton's Islamic Financial Services team comprises a global network of professionals with in-depth knowledge of Islamic finance and providing practical, value added assistance to their clients across a range of specialisms and issues.
Our client-centric and specialised approach provides our clients with a well-established service in all their markets. It gives them access to professional assistance which is characterized by commercial judgement, a deep understanding of local markets and cultural differences between each country. The result is that we can focus on the issues that really matter to you.
Our Solutions
Led by our Global Head of Islamic Finance, we house a specialized department in Islamic Finance and Shari’ah Compliance to address the needs of the emerging Islamic Finance Industry across multiple service offerings for banks, capital markets and insurance companies in the public and private sectors. Our teams offer specialist solutions in the following areas:
Islamic Finance Regulatory Advisory
- In-depth regulatory expertise to address the specific needs for central banks and supervisory authorities in the context of building a robust Islamic finance regulatory framework.
- Implementation of standards issued by the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) and the Accounting & Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).
Assurance & Governance Solutions
- A fully-fledged Internal and External audit team who has the capability to assist you with your jurisdiction’s mandates, with a specialized task force in Islamic Financial Services and AAOIFI/ IFRS compliant accounting and a specialized Shari’ah Audit team with field expertise and a proven track record in Shari’ah governance and control.
Product Development
- Islamic product development assistance in the retail, corporate, investment and institutional banking space.
- Advisory services to the relevant stakeholders within the financial institution on the operational and executional elements of Islamic Products.
Human Capital Development
- Training & development programs tailored to meet the skill mix of your team – led by our Islamic finance experts who have a proven track record of providing Islamic finance trainings to 150+ people.
Tax Services
- International experts in Tax Advisory, with a focus on VAT implementation and consultation – focused on Islamic Finance taxation related matters.
To discuss our transformation advisory services further, please contact us.
