Tax audit support
Defending your position in dealings with the tax authorities
Support during tax audits, including analysis of the claims of the tax authorities, a position on contentious issues and a defence strategy that takes into account legislation, case law and the position of the tax authorities.
Preparation of objections to tax audit reports, responses to requests and explanations, correspondence with the tax authorities, and representation of the taxpayer's interests before the tax authorities and in court.
Synergy Audit supports taxpayers at every stage of an audit and dispute
Desk audits
Responses to requests for explanations and documents during a desk audit (Article 88 of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation)
Field audits
Support during a field audit (Article 89): preparation of documents, participation in witness interviews (Article 90) and requests for documents (Article 93)
Objections
Written objections to the audit report, within one month of its receipt (Paragraph 6 of Article 100), and participation in the review of the audit materials
Pre-trial appeals
Complaints and appeals to the higher tax authority (Articles 138 and 139.1), a mandatory step before going to court
Litigation
Preparation of the position and evidence, representation of the taxpayer's interests in the arbitrazh court
Audit preparation
Assessment of tax risks before an audit is scheduled, preparation of explanations and documents in response to requests from the tax authorities
The defence is built on an analysis of the tax authority's evidence, legislation and case law. Our aim is to reduce or eliminate additional taxes, penalties and fines and, where possible, to settle the dispute before it goes to court.