Expanding internationally presents significant opportunities for growth, innovation and investment. Whether entering new markets, establishing overseas operations, attracting foreign investment or managing cross-border transactions, international businesses face increasingly complex financial, regulatory and tax considerations.

At RSM New Zealand, we help businesses navigate the opportunities and challenges of operating internationally. Backed by the global RSM network, our specialists provide practical accounting, tax and advisory solutions that support businesses at every stage of their international journey.

Whether you're a New Zealand business expanding offshore or an international organisation investing locally, we provide commercially focused advice that helps you operate with confidence across borders. 

Understanding the Industry

International business has become increasingly interconnected. Organisations are navigating evolving tax legislation, transfer pricing requirements, international financial reporting standards and growing regulatory expectations while managing operations across multiple jurisdictions.

Success requires advisers who understand not only New Zealand's regulatory environment, but also the commercial realities of doing business internationally. Our team works closely with clients to simplify complexity, reduce risk and support sustainable global growth.

Through RSM's international network, we provide seamless access to local expertise in more than 120 countries, ensuring clients receive coordinated advice wherever business takes them. 

Industry Experience

We support organisations operating across international markets, including:

  • Multinational businesses  
  • Overseas investors  
  • Exporters  
  • Importers  
  • International manufacturers  
  • Technology businesses  
  • Property investors  
  • Professional services firms  
  • Family-owned businesses  
  • High-net-worth individuals  

Our clients operate across Australia, Asia, Europe, North America and the Pacific, requiring integrated advice that supports international growth and cross-border compliance. 

How We Support Your Business

Expand 

Helping businesses confidently enter new markets and grow internationally.

  • International business advisory  
  • Market expansion planning  
  • Cross-border structuring  
  • Business planning  
  • Global financial reporting  
  • International growth strategies    

Protect

Managing compliance and reducing risk across multiple jurisdictions.

  • International tax  
  • Transfer pricing  
  • IFRS financial reporting  
  • Tax compliance  
  • Governance advisory  
  • Cross-border risk management  

Invest

Supporting international investment and strategic transactions.

  • Corporate Finance  
  • Business valuations  
  • Financial modelling  
  • Financial due diligence  
  • Mergers and acquisitions  
  • Capital raising

How We're Helping New Zealand Businesses 

Our specialists have supported businesses operating across international markets through a range of strategic engagements, including:

  • Preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements for multinational organisations, publicly listed entities and large privately owned businesses.  
  • Advising multinational groups on international tax, transfer pricing and cross-border compliance across multiple jurisdictions.  
  • Supporting ultra-high-net-worth individuals with international investment structures, tax planning and financial reporting.  
  • Assisting New Zealand businesses expanding into overseas markets through strategic structuring and commercial advice.  
  • Delivering financial modelling, due diligence and transaction support for international mergers, acquisitions and capital investment.  

Why RSM?

International business requires more than technical expertise—it requires advisers who understand how businesses operate across different markets, cultures and regulatory environments. 

At RSM, we combine local knowledge with the global strength of one of the world's leading professional services networks. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively across tax, business advisory, audit and corporate finance to provide practical advice that supports international growth, protects value and helps businesses navigate complexity with confidence. 

Wherever your business operates, we're connected to the people and expertise you need to succeed. 

Lisa Murphy
Managing Partner & Head of Tax – RSM New Zealand Limited Partnership
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Auckland Accounting and Tax Services
+ 64 (9) 261 1677

Contact us

Whether you're expanding internationally, investing in New Zealand or managing operations across multiple jurisdictions, our international business specialists are here to help.