Kirsty McMillan Partner, Tax

Kirsty is a seasoned international tax and transfer pricing expert, boasting over 17 years of experience with a particular emphasis on the Asia Pacific region. Her extensive background encompasses 11 years specifically in Singapore, complemented by roles at Big 4 firms in both the UK and the US. Prior to joining Forvis Mazars, Kirsty held the position of equity partner at a leading Big 4 firm in Singapore, where her responsibilities spanned the entire Asia Pacific region. 

Kirsty's proficiency lies in providing strategic counsel to inbound clients on their expansion, restructuring, and tax defence initiatives within Asia. She has a proven history of success in areas such as location studies, incentives, tax operating model design, and compliance. Furthermore, Kirsty played a key role in a Big 4 BEPS task force, actively participating in OECD responses, collaborating with Ministries of Finance on BEPS legislation, and assisting clients in navigating the intricacies of BEPS preparation and planning. 

Her diverse client portfolio includes many industries and geographies, including multinational corporations from the US and Europe, and companies headquartered in Asia. Kirsty possesses considerable experience working with clients in commodity sectors, including extractives, energy, chemicals, and agriculture. Her profound understanding of the tax landscape across Asia empowers her to furnish clients with strategic insights into both risks and opportunities. 

Kirsty's focus revolves around expanding and managing a portfolio of clients with substantial operations in Asia. She is particularly enthusiastic about collaborating with US multinational corporations, both those seeking to expand their presence in the region and those already established here in Asia. Additionally, Kirsty will utilise her extensive BEPS knowledge to guide clients through the implications of forthcoming BEPS laws.