KPMG Lower Gulf Limited

2020

About KPMG in the UAE

The KPMG member firm in the UAE, along with the Oman member firm, form KPMG Lower Gulf. Established in 1973, KPMG Lower Gulf consists of 1,300 staff members, including approximately 100 partners and directors, across six offices. KPMG Lower Gulf provides audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of domestic and international clients across all sectors of business and the economy. We work closely with our clients, assisting them in mitigating risks and highlighting opportunities.

About us

Global network KPMG Lower Gulf is part of KPMG International Cooperative’s global network of professional member firms. The KPMG network includes approximately 207,000 professionals in over 153 countries around the world. KPMG was the first major firm of its kind to organize itself along industry lines—a structure which enables us to develop in-depth knowledge of our clients’ businesses and provide them with an informed perspective.

Emiratization Our Emiratization initiatives highlight our commitment to work closely with the local community and support the nationalization program of the UAE government. These take the form of new graduate programs and student internship programs for UAE nationals.

Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy KPMG Lower Gulf is closely collaborating with Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGMA), the Abu Dhabi Human Resources Authority and Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority to deliver the Pre-Audit Qualification Training (PAQT) program. In its first year, it will provide more than 90 UAE nationals with the essential knowledge and training to succeed in this field, and contribute to the growth and development of the local economy.

Official Supplier of the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 We were proud to be an Official Supplier of the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 and the Official Sponsor of the Global Youth Leadership Summit. This aligns directly with our values of inspiring confidence and empowering change, of inclusion and diversity, of passion and purpose.

Middle East KPMG is widely represented in the Middle East region, with offices in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, Kuwait, Lebanon and Jordan.

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Our services

Deal advisoryOur deal advisory practice comprises experienced investment professionals who skilfully assess how opportunities to buy, sell, partner, fund or fix a company can add and preserve value. This includes restructuring, debt advisory and mergers and acquisitions.

Our offerings

– Buying a business

– Selling a business

– Partnering

– Funding a business

– Mergers and acquisitions

– Valuations

– Infrastructure and debt advisory services

– Capital markets

– Strategy

Management consultingOur teams offer deep industry and technical knowledge and market- leading tools to deliver tailored solutions across a range of business and industrial sectors. We assist our clients make better decisions, rationalize costs, enhance organizational effectiveness and develop appropriate technology strategies.

Our offerings

– People and change

– Digital and customer

– Financial management

– Business transformation

– Customer advisory

– CIO advisory and cyber security

– Strategy and operations

Risk consultingOur risk consulting practice helps organizations apply a risk lens to corporate strategy. Solutions with particular current market relevance include internal audit of the future, major project advisory, IFRS conversion and anti-money laundering.

Our offerings

– Internal audit and risk compliance services

– Forensic

– Accounting advisory services

– Financial risk management

– Business process management

ADVISORY

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An independent audit is the foundation for decision-making in capital markets. Stakeholders seek responsible and objective opinions from independent auditors.

Our audit approach is underpinned by quality, integrity and insight. It is driven by a deep understanding of our clients’ needs and a passionate commitment to audit quality.

Our offerings

– Financial statements audit

– Audit data and analytics

– Assurance engagements

– Audit Committee Institute (ACI)

– KPMG’s Global IFRS Institute

– ADNOC ICV (In-country value)certification

AUDIT TAX

Changes in law, practice, or in the approach of tax authorities – in the UAE, Oman and across the globe – can have major ramifications. From company set-up to cross-border and transfer pricing solutions, we work with a wide range of national and multi-national organizations to deliver effective tax solutions.

Our offerings

– Inbound and indirect tax

– International tax services

– Mergers, acquisitions and restructuring

– Transfer pricing solutions

– Tax management consulting

– Global mobility services

– Automatic exchange of information

– Tax tools and resources

– Value added tax

KPMG Business Academy provides differentiated training and development solutions to clients across the Middle East. The Academy helps foster the growth of local talent across the region, and supports the development of the professional community.

Our offerings

– Accounting and financial reporting

– Corporate finance and investments

– Forensic

– Internal audit and risk management

– Governance and boards

– Sustainability and corporate reporting

– Tax

– Customer management

– Business process management

– Leadership and business skills

– HR and training

KPMG’S BUSINESS ACADEMY

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Best Financial Advisory team CFI 2019

Service Provider of the Year MIIA 2019

Top Tier Firm – GCC Region International Tax Review World Tax 2018

Best Audit Services MENAIR Insurance Awards 2016 - 2019

GCC Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year The International Tax Review’s 15th European Tax Awards 2019

Ranked among Universum’s Most Attractive Employers in the Middle East Business Students category 2016

KPMG in the Middle East: awards

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Our corporate social responsibility initiatives

Official supplier to the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 and official sponsor of the Global Youth Leadership Summit Abu Dhabi 2019

American University of Sharjah mentor program

Our commitment to protecting and enhancing our society is apparent in the list of initiatives we have taken on over the past few years. We support various charitable organizations and actively take part through donations, volunteering and educational initiatives.

Ramadan care packages and iftar volunteering

Knowledge partner for World Government Summit Dubai 2019

Standard Chartered Marathon participant

Partnership with the ADGM Academy, HRA and ADAA to develop the Pre-Audit Qualification Training framework

Disaster relief funds – Syria, Philippines, Kerala

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The information contained herein is of a general nature and is not intended to address the circumstances of any particular individual or entity. Although we endeavor to provide accurate and timely information, there can be no guarantee that such information is accurate as of the date it is received or that it will continue to be accurate in the future. No one should act on such information without appropriate professional advice after a thorough examination of the particular situation. © 2020 KPMG Lower independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved.

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Publication name: About KPMG in UAE

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Publication date: March 2020

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Farhan Sayed Head of Advisory Services Head of Digital & InnovationKPMG Lower Gulf Limitedt: +971 4 424 8985e: farhansyed1@kpmg.com

Emilio Pera Head of Audit KPMG Lower Gulf Limitedt: +971 4 403 0323e: emiliopera@kpmg.com

Stuart CioccarelliPartner | TaxKPMG Lower Gulf Limitedt: +971 2 401 4881e: scioccarelli@kpmg.com

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