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Stefan Seidl

MBA

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Stefan is a seasoned economist and commercial leader with over two decades of experience specializing in the Oil & Gas sector, renowned for his strategic economic insights and financial expertise. He began his career at leading consulting firms, McKinsey & Co. and Accenture, before transitioning to global energy companies such as Chevron, Qatar Petroleum, and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. In these roles, he has delivered expert guidance on economic forecasting, financial modeling, market analysis, and private equity transactions.

His extensive international experience spans Australia, Germany, Iraq, Qatar, Singapore, as well as the UK, USA, and UAE, where he has adeptly navigated diverse market dynamics to help clients achieve their strategic goals. Additionally, Stefan has spent over a decade working across the Middle East, gaining deep insights into the region’s unique business landscape and allowing him to build a profound understanding of its economic dynamics. His experience also includes managing high-stakes projects, such as overseeing the construction of a 200 MW power plant in Iraq under challenging conditions and leading the planning department for a major desalination project in the United Arab Emirates.

Throughout his career, Stefan has played a pivotal role in both buy-side and sell-side transactions, conducting comprehensive screening processes, due diligence, structuring deals, and leading negotiations and deals to successful closures. With key financial leadership experience, including CFO roles in early-stage companies, Stefan leverages his deep understanding of economic principles to drive financial performance to drive financial performance and foster sustainable growth.

His ability to blend economic theory with practical financial strategies has made him a trusted advisor to senior executives and management teams across the energy sector. Beyond his professional achievements, Stefan actively contributes to industry knowledge by participating in global seminars and conferences, where he shares his insights and promotes collaboration within the field.

Professional Designations and Credentials
  • Master of Business Administration (“MBA”) from the University of California, Berkeley
Industry Credentials

Stefan has worked across a wide spectrum of industries, including but not limited to:

Oil & Gas | LNG | Renewables | Infrastructure Investments | Power

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Our Accounting and Bookkeeping services are designed to help businesses maintain accurate and reliable financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting informed decision-making. Whether you are a small startup or a large established enterprise, having a solid accounting foundation is essential for financial stability and growth. We specialize in assisting businesses that operate under various accounting frameworks, including the Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (“ASPE”), Canadian Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (“ASNPO”), and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”). Our team of experienced accountants and bookkeepers provides tailored solutions that cater to your unique business needs, allowing you to focus on strategic goals while we handle your day-to-day financial management.

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Accounting and Bookkeeping Services

 Our Accounting and Bookkeeping services are designed to help businesses maintain accurate and reliable financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting informed decision-making. Whether you are a small startup or a large established enterprise, having a solid accounting foundation is essential for financial stability and growth. We specialize in assisting businesses that operate under various accounting frameworks, including the Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (“ASPE”), Canadian Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (“ASNPO”), and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”). Our team of experienced accountants and bookkeepers provides tailored solutions that cater to your unique business needs, allowing you to focus on strategic goals while we handle your day-to-day financial management.

We offer a wide range of accounting and bookkeeping services, including:

  • Bookkeeping Services: Providing comprehensive bookkeeping services to ensure your financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with the applicable accounting standards. Our services include the recording of daily transactions, bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable management, and maintenance of general ledgers. We ensure that all financial data is meticulously organized, giving you a clear view of your financial position at all times.
  • Cloud Accounting Solutions: Implementing and managing cloud-based accounting systems like QuickBooks Online, Xero, or other platforms that provide real-time access to your financial data. We help you transition to a cloud accounting solution that suits your business needs, enabling you to access your financial information anytime, anywhere, and collaborate more effectively with your team.
  • Assurance Engagements: In Canada, we offer a wide range of assurance-related services, which include:
    • Audits
    • Reviews
    • Compilations (Notice to Readers or “NTRs”)
    • Agreed-Upon Procedures
      • These engagements involve performing procedures agreed upon by the client and other specified parties. They include reports, opinions, declarations, or attestations that provide assurance on the correctness, fairness, completeness, or reasonableness of financial statements or other historical financial information.
    • Special Purpose Reports
      • These reports are prepared for a specific purpose or user and may not necessarily adhere to general-purpose financial reporting frameworks.
  • Audit Preparation and Support: Assisting with the preparation for internal and external audits by ensuring that your financial records are accurate, complete, and well-organized. Our team works closely with your auditors to provide all necessary documentation and support, helping you achieve a smooth and successful audit process.
  • Financial Statement Preparation: Preparing detailed financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, that accurately reflect your business’s financial performance in accordance with ASPE, ASNPO, or IFRS. Our team ensures that your financial statements comply with the latest accounting standards and provide valuable insights for stakeholders, helping you make informed business decisions.
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable Management: Streamlining your accounts payable and receivable processes to improve cash flow management and reduce operational risks. Our team manages the end-to-end process, from invoice processing and vendor payments to customer billing and collections, ensuring that your cash flow remains healthy and predictable.
  • Internal Controls and Process Improvement: Evaluating your current accounting processes and internal controls to identify potential risks and areas for improvement. We provide recommendations to enhance efficiency, strengthen financial controls, and safeguard your assets, helping you build a more resilient and reliable accounting function.

 

Our team of dedicated accounting professionals is well-versed in ASPE, ASNPO, and IFRS, ensuring your financial statements are prepared in accordance with the appropriate standards. We are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable, and personalized services that meet the unique needs of your business. We understand that every business is different, and we tailor our services to provide the most effective solutions for your specific circumstances. Whether you need basic bookkeeping support or advanced financial analysis and reporting, we have the expertise to help you achieve your financial objectives.

Business Services & Outsourcing

Achieve greater efficiency and strategic focus by partnering with a team that can manage your business’s critical yet time-consuming tasks. Our comprehensive business services and outsourcing solutions streamline operations, optimize resources, and enable you to concentrate on core activities that drive growth. We understand that achieving sustainable growth requires more than just cost-cutting—it demands strategic planning, effective talent management, and precise financial insights. Our team is committed to delivering the support needed to achieve and maintain profitability, control expenses, and manage talent effectively.

From financial management and accounting to human resources and payroll management, our experts ensure your back-end processes run smoothly and compliantly, while our IT and technology support services offer reliable and robust solutions to keep your operations secure and efficient. We offer customized outsourcing solutions and tailored advice to businesses of all sizes— from emerging entrepreneurs to large enterprises—designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and address your specific challenges and goals.

By partnering with us for your outsourcing needs, you gain access to a dedicated team of professionals focused on driving your growth and success. Our comprehensive suite of solutions includes, but is not limited to:

  • Payroll management
  • Support filing tax forms (T4, T5, etc.)
  • Cloud migration of your financial records to QuickBooks Online
  • Cloud accounting for timely and accurate financial data
  • Expert guidance on financial reporting
  • Tax structure assessments to uncover savings opportunities
  • Offshoring of non-essential activities
  • Virtual CFO and controller services

 

Whether you aim to bridge talent gaps or seek expert financial counsel, we provide the resources and expertise needed to support your business’s growth and strategic ambitions.

 

Centers of Excellence

Advantages of Offshoring

Choosing our offshoring services not only significantly reduces your costs but it also simplifies your operations by:

  • Cutting Down on Overheads: Save on stationery, office supplies, and other overheads.
  • Reducing Recruitment Expenses: Avoid the recurring costs of hiring new talent.
  • Lowering Training Costs: Spend less on training with our ready-to-work professionals.
  • Achieving 24/7 Productivity: Exploit time zone differences to keep your business operational around the clock, enhancing productivity and ensuring your operations never miss a beat.
  • Eliminating Real Estate Needs: Eliminate the need to find or maintain additional office space.
  • Streamlining Administration: Reduce your internal administrative load, freeing up resources and time.
  • Minimizing Operational Delays: Decreasing downtime related to hiring, transitions, vacation, or sick leaves supports continuous productivity.
  • Facilitating Scalability: Easily adjust workforce size to meet business demands, crucial for agile business operations.
  • Boosting Morale: Enhance employee satisfaction with an improved support structure, vital for long-term operational success and reducing turnover.
  • Enhancing Diversity: Gain diverse perspectives, enrich problem-solving capabilities and enhance the creativity of your team to foster innovation.

 

Focus on Core Business and Strategic Talent Investment:

By outsourcing non-essential activities, you can realign your focus squarely on your core business, directing resources and strategic efforts toward enhancing key competencies. This shift boosts productivity and fosters innovation, significantly improving business performance within your primary areas of expertise. Simultaneously, strategically reallocating a larger portion of your budget to offshoring enables you to hire more highly experienced professionals, thereby enhancing the competency and support available to you and your team.

Economics

Our Economic services are designed to equip your organization with the analytical tools and insights necessary to understand complex economic environments and make informed strategic decisions. Whether you are seeking to assess market potential, navigate regulatory changes, or analyze the economic impact of business decisions, our team of experienced economists offers customized solutions to meet your specific requirements. We work closely with you to understand your business context, evaluate economic trends, and develop data-driven strategies that support sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

We specialize in a broad range of economic services, including:

  • Market Analysis and Forecasting: Providing detailed market assessments and economic forecasts to help you understand current conditions and future trends. Our analysis supports strategic planning and market entry decisions by offering insights into demand dynamics, competitive landscapes, and potential growth opportunities.
  • Regulatory and Policy Analysis: Navigating the complexities of regulatory environments with thorough analysis and strategic guidance. We help you understand the economic implications of policy changes, assess compliance risks, and develop strategies to adapt to new regulatory requirements.
  • Economic Impact Assessments: Conducting comprehensive evaluations of the economic impact of business decisions, public policies, or projects. Our assessments provide a clear understanding of how various factors, such as new investments or regulatory changes, will affect economic outcomes, allowing for better strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluating the financial viability and potential returns of projects and investments. Our cost-benefit analyses help you weigh the economic advantages and disadvantages of different strategic options, ensuring informed decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Economic Modeling and Scenario Planning: Developing sophisticated economic models and conducting scenario planning to evaluate potential risks and opportunities under different market conditions. Our modeling services support strategic decision-making by providing a structured approach to analyzing economic variables and their potential impact on your business in terms of potential outcomes, risks, and opportunities.
  • Litigation Support and Expert Testimony: Providing robust economic analysis and expert testimony for legal disputes, including antitrust cases, intellectual property disputes, and commercial litigation. We deliver credible, data-driven insights that support your position and help achieve favorable outcomes in complex legal environments.

 

Our team of seasoned economists helps you uncover hidden opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive value creation through a deep understanding of economic trends and market dynamics. With our support, you can confidently navigate economic uncertainties and capitalize on growth opportunities to enhance your business performance. Whether you require in-depth economic analysis, strategic planning support, or expert guidance on regulatory issues, we are here to provide the insights and expertise needed to achieve your strategic goals.

Transfer Pricing 

Our Transfer Pricing Services are tailored to help your business navigate the complex landscape of international taxation and compliance. As companies expand globally and engage in transactions with related entities across borders, developing a robust transfer pricing strategy is vital to managing risks and avoiding costly penalties. Our team of experienced professionals—including economists, tax practitioners, and financial analysts—provides expertise and insights necessary to develop, document, and defend transfer pricing policies that align with both domestic and international requirements, ensuring that your intercompany transactions are compliant, efficient, and strategically advantageous.

We offer a wide range of transfer pricing services, including:

  • Transfer Pricing Planning and Strategy: Developing customized transfer pricing strategies that align with your overall business objectives and optimize your global tax position. We work with you to establish pricing policies that reflect the arm’s length standard and are defensible under local regulations, minimizing your exposure to tax risks and optimizing your global tax efficiency.
  • Compliance Documentation: Preparing comprehensive transfer pricing documentation to meet the regulatory requirements of multiple jurisdictions. Our documentation services include the preparation of Master Files, Local Files, and Country-by-Country Reports, ensuring that your intercompany transactions are well-documented, transparent, and compliant with OECD guidelines and local laws.
  • Transfer Pricing Benchmarking Studies: Conducting rigorous benchmarking studies to support your transfer pricing policies and ensure they reflect market conditions. We analyze comparable transactions, industry standards, and economic factors to provide data-driven benchmarks that validate your transfer pricing arrangements and withstand scrutiny from tax authorities.
  • Dispute Resolution and Controversy Management: Assisting in managing and resolving transfer pricing disputes with tax authorities through proactive strategies and expert negotiation. Our team is experienced in representing clients in audits, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution processes, including Mutual Agreement Procedures and Advance Pricing Agreements, to achieve favorable outcomes.
  • Global Transfer Pricing Policy Implementation: Helping you implement and maintain consistent transfer pricing policies across all jurisdictions in which you operate. Our services include policy design, risk assessment, and the development of internal controls to ensure compliance and minimize exposure to transfer pricing adjustments and penalties.
  • Transfer Pricing Risk Assessment and Diagnostics: Evaluating your current transfer pricing policies and practices to identify potential risks and areas for improvement. We provide a comprehensive risk assessment that considers the latest regulatory developments, industry practices, and your specific business needs to enhance compliance and reduce audit exposure.
  • Value Chain Analysis: Analyzing your company’s global value chain to understand the creation, management, and distribution of value across different entities. Our value chain analysis helps you align transfer pricing strategies with business operations, ensuring that profits are appropriately allocated to the jurisdictions where value is created.
  • Intangible Assets and IP Planning: Advising on the transfer pricing implications of transactions involving intangible assets and intellectual property. We help you develop strategies for pricing the transfer of IP rights and ensuring compliance with local regulations, considering the significant impact of intangibles on profitability and tax liabilities.

Our team of transfer pricing specialists is dedicated to helping you achieve compliance, manage risk, and optimize your global tax strategy. With our in-depth understanding of international tax laws and a proactive approach to transfer pricing, we provide the tools and expertise needed to navigate today’s complex regulatory environment and achieve your strategic goals.

Financial Advisory

Our Financial Advisory Services are designed to provide you with the strategic guidance and insights needed to navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve your business goals. Whether you’re looking to optimize your capital structure, manage risk, or plan for long-term growth, our team of experienced advisors offers tailored solutions to meet your specific needs. We work closely with you to understand your business, assess your financial position, and develop comprehensive strategies that drive sustainable value creation.

We specialize in a wide range of financial advisory services, including:

  • Mergers & Acquisitions: Guiding you through every step of the transaction process, from initial strategy and valuation to negotiation and integration, ensuring deals are structured to maximize value and align with your long-term objectives.
  • Due Diligence: Conducting thorough financial, tax, and strategic due diligence to identify risks and uncover opportunities in potential investments or acquisitions, providing you with the confidence to make informed decisions.

 

Our experts help you identify growth opportunities and evaluate potential investments that align with your strategic vision. With our support, you can confidently navigate financial complexities and capitalize on opportunities to enhance your business’s financial performance. Whether you need guidance on improving cash flows, optimizing working capital, or planning for future financial needs, our advisors are here to help you build a strong financial foundation and achieve your strategic ambitions.

Valuations

Valuations of Businesses, Tangible, Intangible, and Hard-to-Value Assets

Determining the true value of a business or asset requires more than just than simple arithmetic and financial ratios; each valuation requires a tailored approach that considers unique qualitative and quantitative factors like market share, competitive positioning, technological innovations, legal protections, and industry trends. Whether valuing tangible assets, intangible assets like goodwill, or complex intellectual property, our approach account for these intricacies to deliver an accurate assessment of their value.

Our valuation services address a wide range of needs, including mergers, acquisitions, IP licensing, estate planning, and litigation. We provide independent valuations for various asset classes to support businesses in transactions like sales and acquisitions, in assessing intellectual property for licensing, sale, or acquisition, and for stakeholders structuring shareholder agreements.

Our team of certified valuation experts goes beyond standard methodologies, incorporating a comprehensive approach that considers management quality, market share, competitive positioning, potential contracts, and industry trends. This holistic view ensures that our valuations are tailored to capture the unique value of each asset, offering precise and reliable valuations to meet strategic business objectives.

We offer a full suite of business valuation services, including:

  • Independent Valuation Reports: Delivering unbiased, objective valuations that meet the highest standards set by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators. These reports are ideal for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, providing you with credible, defensible valuations. These include:
    • Calculation Valuation Reports: Offering a streamlined and cost-effective approach to estimating your business’s value based on limited procedures. These reports are suitable for preliminary assessments or internal management purposes.
    • Estimate Valuation Reports: Providing more detailed valuation estimates that strike a balance between thorough analysis and efficiency. These reports are perfect for situations requiring more in-depth insight without the need for a full comprehensive report.
    • Comprehensive Valuation Reports: Conducting a thorough and detailed analysis of all aspects of your business, from financial performance to market conditions and future growth potential. These reports are designed for high-stakes decision-making, such as in legal disputes or complex transactions.
  • Limited Critique Reports: Providing an independent assessment of valuations prepared by third parties. This service is particularly valuable in dispute resolution, negotiations, or when a second opinion is required to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Expert Reports and Testimony: Preparing expert valuation reports and providing testimony in litigation and dispute resolution settings. Our experts deliver credible, court-ready reports and are available to testify as expert witnesses, ensuring robust support for your case.
  • Fairness Opinions: Providing an independent assessment of the fairness of the financial terms of a proposed transaction. These opinions are essential for boards of directors and stakeholders to ensure that transactions are conducted fairly and transparently.
  • Investment Entity Review Reports: Conducting specialized valuations for investment entities, such as private equity funds, hedge funds, and venture capital firms. These reports assess the value of portfolio investments, providing insights into potential returns and risks.

 

With our expert guidance, you can make informed decisions based on accurate valuations that reflect the true value of your assets, positioning your business for strategic growth and success in today’s competitive market.

Tax Filing and Tax Advisory Services

Our Taxation services are designed to help businesses and individuals navigate the complexities of tax regulations and optimize their tax strategies for maximum benefit. With a deep understanding of both domestic and international tax laws, our team of experts offers tailored solutions to meet your specific needs. Whether you are operating in the United Arab Emirates or Canada, we provide comprehensive support to ensure compliance, minimize tax liabilities, and enhance your overall financial position.

Tax Services Offered in Canada

In Canada, our taxation services cover a wide range of taxes, including consumption taxes, corporate tax, and personal tax. We provide comprehensive support to help you manage your tax obligations and optimize your tax position:

  • Consumption Tax Services (GST, HST, QST, PST): Assisting businesses with the complexities of consumption taxes, including GST, HST, QST, and PST. Our services include tax registration, filing, and reporting, as well as advice on tax planning and optimization. We help businesses navigate the varying requirements across different provinces and ensure full compliance with Canadian tax laws.
  • Corporate Tax Services: Providing end-to-end corporate tax services to help businesses manage their tax responsibilities efficiently. We assist with corporate tax planning, compliance, and return preparation, ensuring that all tax obligations are met while minimizing tax liabilities. Our team also provides support for tax audits, dispute resolution, and navigating the complexities of Canadian corporate tax regulations.
  • Personal Tax Services: Offering comprehensive personal tax services to individuals, including tax planning, preparation, and filing. We work with you to develop strategies that minimize your tax burden and maximize your after-tax income, taking into account factors such as investments, retirement planning, and estate planning.
  • Tax Dispute Resolution and Audit Support: Representing clients in tax disputes and providing support during audits by tax authorities. Our team of tax professionals is experienced in dealing with the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) and other tax bodies, ensuring that your interests are protected and that any disputes are resolved efficiently.

Tax Services Offered in the United Arab Emirates

In the UAE, the tax landscape is evolving with the introduction of VAT and Corporate Tax, requiring businesses to stay up-to-date and compliant with new regulations. Our UAE tax services include:

  • VAT Compliance and Advisory: Assisting businesses with VAT registration, filing, and reporting to ensure full compliance with UAE VAT laws. We provide guidance on VAT planning and optimization, helping you manage cash flow effectively and avoid penalties.
  • Corporate Tax Planning and Compliance: Providing end-to-end corporate tax services to help businesses manage their tax responsibilities efficiently. We help businesses understand their Corporate Tax obligations and develop effective tax strategies. Our services include tax return preparation, filing, and support during tax audits.
  • Tax Risk Management: Evaluating potential tax risks and developing strategies to mitigate them. We provide a comprehensive analysis of your business’s tax position and offer practical solutions to manage and reduce tax-related risks, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with UAE tax regulations.

Why Choose Our Taxation Services?

Our team of experienced tax professionals is dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of the tax landscape with confidence. We provide comprehensive support tailored to your specific needs, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations while optimizing your tax strategy for maximum financial benefit.