An interview with Louis Poulsen Japan Limited
by Sakashita International Tax Accountant Corporation

What made you to consider changing your tax advisor? How did you find our firm? Did you contact other firms?

We initially worked with a large tax advisory firm affiliated with the audit firm used by our headquarters. However, due to the frequent changing audit firm at the headquarters side, we had to explain our business to new person in charge. After viewing your website and considering the scale of our company, we felt your firm was the best fit—and decided to ask for your support.

Did you have any hesitation in switching from a major large tax firm? How did you obtain approval from your headquarters?

Not at all. Before switching, we were handling tasks without a clear understanding of tax matters. After engaging your firm, your team provided thorough explanations, allowing us to keep accurate records with a proper understanding of both accounting and tax, which has been extremely helpful.
When we explained the circumstances to our headquarters, we were able to obtain their approval without issue.

It has been over eight years since we started working together. What benefits have you experienced during this time?

The monthly book reviews give us great peace of mind, knowing that our records are accurate.
Also, when we have questions, since tax and accounting are highly specialized areas and we have no one internally we can ask, being able to consult your firm and receive quick and accurate answers has been very reassuring.

Please tell us about a specific issue you were glad to have consulted us about.

Recently, the invoice system was a key issue we were grateful for your help with.
Our company uses an overseas accounting system that is not compatible with Japanese tax regulations, so we didn’t know how to proceed. You provided detailed guidance on invoice formats and consumption tax rate settings, which enabled us to respond smoothly.

Would you recommend our firm to companies considering changing their tax advisor in the near future?

Absolutely. I would especially recommend your firm to companies where there is one internal accountant may feel suitable for your firm.