Sponsored: Providing Clarity and Insight

A Perspective from Wahaj Siddiqui, Managing Director of Oblique Consult

At Oblique Consult, we understand that the role of an adviser goes far beyond simply ensuring compliance. In an ever-evolving global marketplace, businesses are confronted with a growing complexity of regulations, tax frameworks, and operational challenges. Our approach to advisory services is based on providing clear, actionable insights that help our clients not only navigate these complexities but also build a solid foundation for long-term success.

Our services are centred on the understanding that each client’s needs are unique, and as such, each solution we offer is tailored specifically to the challenges they face. Over the years, we have built a diverse portfolio of clients, from multinational corporations to regional start-ups, all of whom rely on us to provide expert advice across a range of financial, tax, and regulatory matters.

Comprehensive Financial and Tax Advisory Services

One of the core services we provide is financial advisory, specifically around structuring, taxation, and governance. The landscape for corporate tax, both regionally and globally, has undergone significant shifts, particularly in the GCC. From the introduction of VAT in various jurisdictions to the evolving framework of corporate tax laws, businesses face both challenges and opportunities that require careful navigation.

At Oblique Consult, we help our clients optimise their tax structures, ensuring compliance while also looking for opportunities to reduce tax liabilities and enhance financial efficiency. We are experienced in handling complex tax issues, including transfer pricing, indirect taxes, and the intricacies of corporate tax systems across multiple jurisdictions. Whether it’s a client expanding into a new region or a company restructuring its operations, we take the time to understand their specific objectives and provide bespoke advice that aligns with their broader business strategy.

Strategic Finance Transformation

Another key area where we add value is in finance transformation. This service is designed for businesses looking to enhance their financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities. With the increasing pressure to meet regulatory demands, improve transparency, and enhance operational efficiency, many of our clients turn to us for guidance on how to optimise their finance functions.

We work closely with companies to assess their current financial operations and identify areas for improvement. From implementing advanced reporting systems to streamlining accounting processes, we ensure that our clients’ finance functions are both agile and robust. This transformation goes beyond software; it involves creating the right financial architecture that supports business growth, mitigates risk, and ensures that financial data is both accurate and actionable.

Cross-Border Regulatory Compliance

As businesses expand beyond national borders, they inevitably face a range of challenges related to cross-border taxation, reporting, and regulatory compliance. This is an area where we have particular expertise. With a deep understanding of the regulatory environments in the GCC and other key markets, we provide clients with the guidance they need to operate across jurisdictions without falling foul of complex local regulations.

We assist clients in establishing the right legal structures to ensure compliance with local laws while optimising their tax position. This includes advice on setting up subsidiaries, joint ventures, and navigating the regulatory frameworks in different markets. Our team’s ability to provide detailed, jurisdiction-specific guidance is something that has set us apart in an increasingly globalised business environment.

Ongoing Partnership and Support

Our advisory services are not a one-off intervention. We pride ourselves on being long-term partners to our clients, supporting them not only during periods of significant change but throughout their journey. Many of our clients, especially those in fast-growing sectors, need a trusted advisor who is available to provide ongoing counsel as they make key decisions about expansion, investments, and strategic direction.

In this context, we don’t just provide advice and step away. We stay engaged, helping to implement recommendations, monitor progress, and make adjustments as needed. Whether it’s adjusting to new regulations, responding to market changes, or adapting to shifts in the business environment, we are there every step of the way.

A Human Approach to Advisory

At the heart of everything we do is a genuine commitment to understanding our clients’ needs and building relationships based on trust. This human approach is what distinguishes us. Our clients value our openness, responsiveness, and the fact that we take the time to truly understand their business — not just from a financial perspective but in terms of their overall vision, challenges, and goals.

For me, as managing director, it’s a privilege to lead a team that is not only highly skilled but also deeply invested in delivering value to our clients. We do not simply aim to meet expectations; we aim to exceed them, with the goal of becoming indispensable partners to the businesses we serve.

We recognise that the world of finance, tax, and advisory is constantly evolving. What remains unchanged is our commitment to providing thoughtful, relevant, and actionable advice to every client, regardless of their size or sector. As businesses continue to face new and unforeseen challenges, we will continue to focus on delivering clarity and support — always with a personal touch.

For more information on how we can assist with your business’s advisory needs, please visit Oblique Consult.

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