The new tax function: Building a culture of no surprises

August 24, 2018

In-house tax functions are becoming more proactive in how they deal with tax and transfer pricing risks. Anjana Haines collects the view of tax directors on establishing a culture of no surprises.

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Anjana Haines

Managing editor ITR

Anjana manages ITR’s online and print coverage, alongside the publication’s awards and events worldwide. She covers all areas of corporate tax matters, but particularly disputes, transfer pricing arrangements and tax treaty analysis.

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