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Sue Tuson

Shareholder, International Tax

As an international tax advisor, Sue helps businesses structure their operations globally to mitigate tax costs and maximize profits.

What is your area of focus?

I work with clients on international tax solutions, working collaboratively with accounting and tax specialists around the globe through our affiliation with PrimeGlobal. I appreciate the challenges and opportunities involved with developing the types of international tax strategies which allow companies to maximize centers of profit and growth. With growing domestic competition, Clayton & McKervey has observed a definite cost/benefit for our clients doing business overseas, and capitalizing on new and developing markets. I lead a team that works directly with these types of business owners, providing recommendations on how to best structure operations globally to mitigate tax costs.

How long have you been at Clayton & McKervey?

Since 1997

What is the favorite part about your job?

I enjoy navigating the complexities of the ever-changing tax specialty, and watching businesses expand through an understanding of international tax.

Specializations

Structuring operations globally
Foreign tax credit utilization
Global tax rate minimization
International tax consulting and compliance
IRS and State of Michigan audit representation
Multistate tax planning and compliance
Tax treaty analysis
Mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations

Education

Master of Science in Taxation, Walsh College
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting, Central Michigan University
U.S. International Tax Certificate, Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
U.S. International Tax: Core Concepts, Inbound and Outbound Transactions and Advanced Issues

Connections

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Tax Section
Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
PrimeGlobal

Articles by Sue Tuson

Manufacturers & Distributors

New Nexus Standards for Remote Sellers

Most equipment manufacturers in manufacturing-friendly states like Michigan take it for granted that equipment used in manufacturing is exempt from sales tax in other states. Much to their unhappy surprise, it is not the case in all states!

by Sue Tuson

July 23, 2020

COVID-19, Tax & Assurance Guidance

State Tax Questions as We Move Back to Business

As businesses start to reopen, we look to the future imagining what the new “normal” will look like. During the crisis, most states have been taxpayer friendly, extending filing deadlines and payment due dates.

by Sue Tuson

May 12, 2020

International Businesses

Why Choose Michigan for Your Foreign Subsidiary?

When making the strategic decision to expand a business into the U.S. it’s important to carefully plan for the various challenges inherent in the process. Strategic issues such as supply chain development, vendor management, and production optimization.

by Sue Tuson

March 10, 2020

Tax & Assurance Guidance

Impact of Revenue Recognition Changes for GAAP/IFRS on Tax Returns

The new revenue recognition standards under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) became effective for private companies for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018.

by Sue Tuson

February 17, 2020

International Businesses

Global Expansion: Investing in a Subsidiary

Businesses are consistently evaluating how to stay competitive. Global expansion may be the answer for a business to reach new markets, meet current customer needs, reduce costs, or find talent.

by Sue Tuson

January 17, 2020

International Businesses

Considerations When Expanding Outside the U.S.

Establishing a subsidiary outside the U.S. presents tremendous opportunities and benefits. Succeeding in global markets requires significant time, energy and resources on the part of business owners and decision-makers.

by Sue Tuson

November 12, 2019

Tax & Assurance Guidance

Wayfair: A Year Later

It’s been over a year since the US Supreme Court’s ruling in South Dakota v Wayfair[1]overturned the long-standing physical presence standard for imposing a sales and use tax collection responsibility. Wayfair overturned the requirement for a physical presence in a state that was established in the 1992 case, Quill Corporation v North Dakota[2].

by Sue Tuson

October 1, 2019

International Businesses

US Reporting of Foreign Subsidiaries

The IRS continues to increase scrutiny of the reporting requirements applicable to foreign persons and U.S. companies with foreign transactions. It is important to fully understand these U.S. obligations because failure to report...

by Sue Tuson

by Teresa Gordon

August 28, 2019

Manufacturers & Distributors

Thinking of Expanding your Business Overseas?

Thinking of expanding your business overseas? The first question is usually, “What’s the best way to start? Should I set up an office immediately or use an independent contractor familiar with the country?”

by Sue Tuson

July 18, 2019

International Businesses

Benefit for Exports: Foreign Derived Intangible Income Deduction

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has made C-Corporation status much more attractive to business owners, and the 21% flat tax rate has caused many to consider whether converting to a C-Corporation may be worth the switch.

by Sue Tuson

July 2, 2019

Tax & Assurance Guidance

Tax Reform Benefits for Corporate Exporters

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act created a deduction for Foreign-Derived Intangible Income (FDII). The name of this deduction is misleading, it is actually a deduction against qualifying export income after a routine rate of return.

by Sue Tuson

April 24, 2018

Tax & Assurance Guidance

What is an IRS Audit?

by Sue Tuson

February 2, 2018

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