Tax Optimization Strategy Development
Building sustainable approaches that actually work for your business structure
Most business owners in Thailand deal with tax planning the same way—reactively. You file returns, handle obligations as they come up, and hope you're not leaving money on the table. We approach it differently. Instead of just handling compliance, we build strategies around how your business actually operates.
Over the past eight years working with SMEs across Chon Buri and Bangkok, I've noticed something. The businesses that thrive aren't necessarily the ones earning the most revenue. They're the ones that structure their operations thoughtfully from the start.
Schedule a Strategy SessionUnderstanding Your Structure
Before jumping into optimization tactics, we need to understand what you're working with. Most businesses have unique circumstances that standard advice doesn't address.
- What does your current entity structure look like?
- How are you currently handling deductions and expenses?
- Are there compliance gaps you're aware of but haven't addressed?
- What's your typical cash flow pattern throughout the year?
Designing Your Strategy
Once we understand your situation, we develop an approach that fits your business model. This isn't about aggressive tactics—it's about structuring things properly so you're not overpaying while staying fully compliant.
- Identifying legitimate expense categories you might be missing
- Restructuring operations to align with favorable tax treatments
- Setting up processes that document everything properly
- Planning major expenses and investments for optimal timing
- Building systems that scale as your business grows
Ongoing Implementation
A tax strategy isn't a one-time project. Business conditions change, regulations evolve, and your needs shift as you grow. We stay involved throughout the year, not just during filing season.
- Quarterly reviews to adjust strategy based on actual results
- Proactive planning for major business decisions
- Updates when regulations change that affect your approach
- Support during audits or regulatory inquiries
How We Approach Strategy Development
Every business needs something different. Some need entity restructuring, others just need better expense tracking. Here's what we focus on depending on your situation.
Entity Structure Analysis
The way you're legally structured affects everything else. We examine whether your current setup still makes sense for where your business is now.
Sometimes a sole proprietorship made sense when you started, but now you'd benefit from incorporating. Or maybe you're operating as a limited company when a partnership structure would serve you better. We look at the practical implications, not just the textbook answer.
Expense Categorization
Most businesses miss deductions simply because they don't categorize expenses properly. We review your spending patterns and identify areas where you're likely paying more tax than necessary.
- Home office allocations for mixed-use spaces
- Vehicle expense tracking and documentation
- Professional development and training costs
Documentation Systems
Having the right strategy means nothing if you can't prove it. We help you set up documentation processes that protect you during audits without creating excessive administrative burden.
Multi-Year Planning
Tax optimization isn't just about this year's return. We look at your three-to-five-year business trajectory and structure things accordingly. If you're planning expansion, acquisition, or succession, those plans need to inform your current tax approach.
For example, if you're considering bringing in a business partner in 2026, the entity structure you choose now affects how smoothly that transition happens. Or if you're planning to purchase property for your business, the timing and structure of that purchase can have significant tax implications.
Regulatory Compliance
Optimization only works when you're fully compliant. We make sure every strategy we recommend meets current Thai tax regulations and reporting requirements.
Meet Your Strategist
Kieran Bjørnsen
Senior Tax Strategy Consultant
Fourteen years working with SMEs across Southeast Asia. I spent the first part of my career at a big firm doing corporate tax work, which taught me the technical side. But the real education came from working directly with business owners who needed practical solutions, not theoretical frameworks.
These days I focus exclusively on strategy development for established businesses. Not startups trying to figure out basic compliance—companies that have been operating for a few years and realize they need a more sophisticated approach.
What I enjoy about this work is that every business presents different challenges. A manufacturing company in Rayong has completely different optimization opportunities compared to a digital marketing agency in Bangkok. The principles are consistent, but the application requires understanding how each business actually makes money.
Client Experience
We'd been overpaying for three years because we didn't understand how to structure our expenses properly. Kieran identified several areas where we were leaving money on the table—not through aggressive tactics, just proper categorization and timing. The documentation system he helped us implement also made our annual filing process much less stressful.
Ready to Develop a Proper Tax Strategy?
We typically start with a detailed review of your current situation—usually takes about two hours. From there we can outline what a comprehensive strategy would look like for your specific business structure and goals.