Timothy J. Hilligoss, CPA, MST
Shareholder - International Accounting Services, Practice Leader for Asia
Tim's focus is on our growing Asian practice. His experience includes assisting Chinese companies looking to establish a presence in the US as well as domestic companies expanding to China. Under his direction, Clayton & McKervey, P.C. has developed two websites providing extensive information for inbound Chinese companies and outbound domestic companies.
Tim also leads our quarterly CFO/Controller Roundtables. This forum allows him to use his extensive background helping growth-driven, privately held businesses build their most valuable asset while minimizing taxes.
Areas of Specialization
- US and China tax compliance
- Tax treaty analysis
- Organizational structure
- Chinese tax system
|
- Chinese currency controls
- Foreign tax credits
- Repatriation strategies
- China start up
|
Education
- Masters in Taxation, Walsh College
|
- Bachelors in Accounting, Walsh College
|
Presentations
Tim is a regular speaker for Wayne County Trade Missions. He has presented webinars at Global Auto Industry, hosted touring Chinese delegations, and has presented at the Van Andel Global Trade Center.
- Doing Business in China
- Why companies are interested in China
- What are you looking for?
- Priority industries
- Foreign investment
- Main taxes
- China Tax Update
- Representative offices
- Treaty benefits
|
- IC-DISC
- Using Treaties to Avoid Tax Presence
- Doing Business in China
- Investment environment
- Investment structure
- Following the rules
- Tax implications
- Repatriation of profits
|
Articles
Connection in the Business Community
- PKF North America China Help Desk
- PKF International
- Chinese Consulate
- Bank of China
- Wayne County Business Development
|
- Oakland County Business Development
- Macomb County Business Development
- Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce
- Detroit Chinese Business Association
- Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
|