- Associate Partner
Competencies
- Corporate Tax Advisory & Structuring
- VAT Compliance & Health Check Reviews
- Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) Advisory
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Assessment
- Excise Tax Advisory & Return Filing
- Tax Opinions on Complex Regulatory Matters
- Cross-Border Taxation (India–UAE)
- Tax Impact Assessment & Implementation Support
- Client Engagement & Business-Centric Solutions
- Advisory on Evolving Tax Laws & Frameworks
Piyush Papneja
Experience Overview
- Piyush Papneja is a seasoned Chartered Accountant with over seven years of experience in tax advisory, regulatory compliance, and consulting across the United Arab Emirates and India. His expertise lies in delivering practical, business-aligned tax solutions that enable companies to maintain regulatory compliance while optimizing their tax positions in a dynamic legislative environment.
- Piyush leads engagements for clients across a wide range of sectors, offering deep expertise in Corporate Taxation, Value Added Tax (VAT), Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), and excise tax. He has previously worked with leading regional and international consulting firms, where he played a key role in advising businesses on the impact and implementation of evolving tax regimes, especially in the context of cross-border operations.
- Piyush’s work includes issuing tax opinions on complex regulatory questions, conducting ESR assessments, managing corporate tax readiness initiatives, and supporting clients through pre- and post-implementation VAT reviews. He has successfully overseen VAT return preparation and filing, excise tax compliance, and tax health checks, ensuring that clients are both compliant and strategically positioned.
- With a strong command over UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) guidelines, India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, and international tax best practices, Piyush brings a comprehensive and analytical approach to each assignment. His ability to simplify complex regulations and communicate them in actionable terms has made him a trusted advisor to SMEs, multinational corporations, and regulated entities alike.
Areas of Expertise s Work Experience
- Bachelor of Commerce – Delhi University from India
- Chartered Accountant (ACA) – India