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Forvis Mazars in the Philippines
Who we are
Forvis Mazars in the Philippines
Forvis Mazars is among the leading professional services firms in the Philippines offering Audit, Tax, Outsourcing & Advisory expertise for Philippine businesses and multinational companies.
About Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand with just two members: Forvis Mazars, LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories.
With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, Forvis Mazars is a natural extension of both firms’ heritage. At our core is our commitment to providing a different perspective and an unrivaled client experience that feels right, personal, and natural. As a network of just two, allied organisations, we act fast, to deliver consistent and agile audit, tax, and advisory services worldwide.
We nurture a deep understanding of our clients’ industries, delivering greater insight, deeper specialism and tailored solutions. Together, our combined teams of 40,000+ professionals have the experience and skills to best serve organisations of all sizes, both locally and globally, now and into the future.
Forvis Mazars in the Philippines
Forvis Mazars is among the leading professional services firms in the Philippines, supporting mainly multinational clients and medium to large domestic enterprises.
Our Philippine team of more than 200 employees supports clients across various industries.
Forvis Mazars in the Philippines operates through member firms of Forvis Mazars Group SC:
- Forvis Mazars Philippines, Inc. (formerly Mazars Philippines, Inc.);
- Yu Villar Tadeja and Co., a general professional partnership of certified public accountants in the Philippines; and
- Primarius Law Partners.
Services
Among the services we offer are:
- Audit
- External audit
- Internal audit
- Agreed upon procedures
- Financial statements compilation
- Independent CPA
- Financial due diligence
- Tax
- Tax advisory
- Tax compliance
- Tax assessments / Letters of Authority
- Tax health checks
- Tax rulings
- Tax treaty relief applications
- Transfer pricing, Transfer pricing documentation
- VAT registration and compliance
- VAT registration for non-residents
- Outsourcing
- Accounting
- Payroll
- Offshoring and Secondment
- Legal
- Company formation
- Compliance and corporate governance
- Corporate secretarial services
- Labour and employment law
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Transaction services
- Legal due diligence
Forvis Mazars in the Philippines accreditations, registrations, and certifications
- Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy - Accredited practitioners and training providers
- Securities and Exchange Commission - Accredited external auditing firm (Group A)
- Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas - Selected external auditor (Group B)
- Insurance Commission - Accredited external auditor (Group A)
- Bureau of Internal Revenue - Accredited tax practitioners
- Anti Money Laundering Council - Registered covered persons; Registered Company Service Provider under Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs)
- US Public Company Accounting Oversight Board - Registered firm
Quality standards
The Forvis Mazars Group ISQM 1 Quality Policy sets out the quality management requirements and related guidance applicable to all Forvis Mazars firms, in accordance with International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM) 1.
It provides the framework for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an effective System of Quality Management (SoQM).
In addition, Forvis Mazars is ISO 9001:2015-certified for its quality management systems and ISO 27001:2022-certified for its information security management systems.
Memberships
We are active members of professional organisations, business communities, and chambers of commerce as either institutional or individual members or both. Our partners have also been appointed to various leadership positions for some of these organisations.
- Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
- Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice (ACPAPP)
- Tax Management Association of the Philippines (TMAP)
- Management Association of the Philippines (MAP)
- Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX)
- Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines
- European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines
- British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines
ACCREDITATIONS
 | Securities and Exchange Commission Accredited / Selected Auditing Firm of the Securities and Exchange Commission (Group A – Audit Period 2025 - 2029) |
 | US Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Registered Firm |
 | Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Accredited / Selected Auditing Firm of BSP Regulated And Supervised Institutions (Group B – Audit Period 2025 - 2029) |
 | Insurance Commission Accredited / Selected Auditing Firm of IC Regulated And Supervised Institutions (Group A – Audit Period 2021 - 2025) |
 | Bureau of Internal Revenue Accredited Tax Pracitioner |
 | Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy Accredited practitioners and Accredited training providers |
 | Anti-Money Laundering Council Registered Covered Person |
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Why work with Forvis Mazars in the Philippines
Stay compliant with local regulations, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency with a locally accredited firm backed by a global network operating in 100+ countries.
► Work with a team that can scale with you across the Asia Pacific and the world through our presence in 100+ countries and territories.
► Our partners work closely with you, supported by competent team members. We value responsiveness, listening, and collaboration to enhance your experience with us as you focus on your organization's goals.
► We follow a stringent quality protocol based on a global quality framework. Advanced proprietary technologies like ATLAS (our bespoke global audit platform) and Signals (our secure, cloud-based digital collaboration platform) add important controls for quality, data and cyber security, and timeliness.
► Work with a team that can scale with you across the Asia Pacific and the world through our presence in 100+ countries and territories.
► Our partners work closely with you, supported by competent team members. We value responsiveness, listening, and collaboration to enhance your experience with us as you focus on your organization's goals.
► We follow a stringent quality protocol based on a global quality framework. Advanced proprietary technologies like ATLAS (our bespoke global audit platform) and Signals (our secure, cloud-based digital collaboration platform) add important controls for quality, data and cyber security, and timeliness.
Independent assurance & reviews
Confident decision-making fueled by reliable information and processes.
Corporate Reporting
Tell your story effectively and transparently to all your stakeholders.
Training services
Tailored technical training for your specific needs.
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Business Registration services in the Philippines
Forvis Mazars shares these guidelines, procedures and implemented laws regarding the available business registration services in the Philippines, Follow the pages below to learn more about these registration guidelines and services.
Accounting & reporting
Qualified specialists and integrated support to your accounting and finance team.
Corporate secretarial
Easing the burden on your business so you can focus on your core.
HR & Payroll
Reliable, scalable and integrated solutions that reduce cost and improve efficiency.
Secondment services
Professional support for your internal teams when you need it most.
Tax compliance
Efficient handling of a growing workload.
M&A tax
Ensuring important transactions are tax-efficient.
National & domestic tax
Strategies and solutions to help you stay compliant in an evolving environment
Private client tax
Bespoke advice for individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners and senior executives.
Tax compliance
Efficient handling of a growing workload. Clear, reliable tax compliance for complex Philippine operations.
Tax dispute resolution
As tax disputes proliferate globally, effective advice becomes crucial.
Global tax credits & incentives
A global approach that maximises tax benefits.
Corporate structures
A proactive approach to complex international tax topics.
International tax
Providing clarity in the tangled world of global taxation.
Global mobility & employment tax
Ensuring the right skills are available when and where you need them.
VAT & indirect tax
VAT and indirect taxes need careful planning as they make up an ever-larger part of the tax take.
Transfer pricing
Transfer pricing documentation, policy review and audit support for multinationals in the Philippines. Aligned with BIR regulations and OECD guidelines.
BIR tax assessment and LOA support
Expert support for BIR letters of authority and tax assessments in the Philippines. We help organisations respond, negotiate and resolve audits effectively.
Tax treaty relief application
Assistance with Philippine tax treaty relief applications to reduce withholding tax and avoid double taxation. Expert support from application through to approval.
Philippine Tax Preparation and Compliance Services
End-to-end tax preparation and compliance for businesses in the Philippines - corporate income tax, withholding taxes, VAT and related filings. Accurate, timely and audit-ready.
Tax rulings
Support with BIR tax ruling applications in the Philippines. We help organizations secure clarity on tax treatment, reduce uncertainty and support complex transactions.
VAT registration and compliance
VAT registration and ongoing compliance support for businesses in the Philippines. We manage filings, resolve disputes and help organizations stay on the right side of the BIR.
VAT registration for non-resident companies
VAT obligations and registration support for non-resident companies supplying goods or services to the Philippines. Expert guidance on compliance requirements and penalties.
Philippine Tax Advisory Services
Philippine tax advisory services for businesses navigating complex local and cross-border tax issues. Get clear, expert guidance from Forvis Mazars' tax consultants.
Tax health check
An independent Philippine tax health check to identify compliance gaps, quantify audit risk and strengthen your tax position. Recommended before audits, restructuring or M&A.