Tax and Statutory Compliance Services
Our Corporate Secretarial solutions include:
- Maintenance of Company’s Statutory Register
- Maintaining the Registered Office
- Managing and storing the company’s records
- Organizing the company’s Board meetings and Annual General Meetings
With expertise, we ensure efficient administration of a company, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and for ensuring that decisions of the board of directors are implemented.
Stay Compliant. Stay Protected. Stay Focused on Growth.
The tax and regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, and falling behind can be very costly. We take the complexity of tax and statutory compliance off your plate. Our dedicated team of tax and compliance experts ensures your business operates within the full scope of regulatory framework, accurately, on time, and without interruption.
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Tax and Statutory Compliance Support
Our Tax and Statutory Compliance Services are structured around two core pillars, tax management and statutory obligations, giving your business complete coverage across all regulatory requirements.
Tax Services
Our tax specialists work closely with your business to ensure full compliance with the tax authority while identifying opportunities to optimize your tax position.
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Management
We handle the preparation and filing of your annual corporate income tax returns in accordance with the tax regulations. Our team ensures accurate computation of taxable income, applicable reliefs, and timely submission to the tax authority, so you never face unnecessary penalties.
Value Added Tax (VAT) Compliance From
VAT registration and invoice management to monthly and quarterly filing, we manage your full VAT compliance cycle. We ensure your returns are accurate and submitted on time.
Pay As You Earn (PAYE) Administration
Your employees' income tax obligations are your responsibility as an employer. We compute, file, and remit PAYE deductions monthly on your behalf, ensuring seamless compliance with PAYE requirements and protecting your business from exposure to tax late payment interests and compounding penalties.
Withholding Tax (WHT) Compliance
We manage the computation, deduction, and remittance of withholding taxes on payments to suppliers, contractors, rent, and other applicable transactions, ensuring your business is never inadvertently in default.
Tax Health Check & Diagnostic Reviews
Unsure of your current tax exposure? Our Tax Health Check service provides a thorough review of your historical filings, transactions, and records to identify compliance gaps, potential liabilities, and areas for risk mitigation.
Tax Audit Support & Representation
Facing a tax audit or query? Our experts provide professional representation and support throughout the audit process, helping you present accurate records, respond to queries, and negotiate outcomes where applicable.
Tax Advisory & Planning
Beyond compliance, we advise your business on tax-efficient structures, available incentives, capital allowances, and planning strategies that align with your commercial objectives and Ghana's investment promotion frameworks.
WHY CHOOSE GROCONSULT
Why Businesses Trust GroConsult for Tax and Statutory Compliance
Compliance is not a one-time task, it is an ongoing commitment. When you partner with GroConsult, you gain a proactive team that monitors regulatory changes, anticipates deadlines, and keeps your business fully protected. Here is what sets us apart:
In-Country Expertise
With over a decade of experience supporting businesses operating across West Africa, we understand the local regulatory environment inside and out. We stay current with GRA updates, legislative changes, and regulatory announcements, so you do not have to.
One Partner, Full Coverage
Tax compliance and statutory compliance are closely connected. Having one expert partner manage tax and statutory compliance eliminates gaps, reduces duplication, and gives you a single point of accountability for all your regulatory obligations.
Built for Local and International Businesses
Whether you are a Ghanaian SME, a multinational with local operations, or an expatriate-led enterprise navigating Ghana's business environment for the first time, our services are designed to meet you where you are and scale with your growth.
Proactive, Not Reactive
We do not wait for deadlines to approach. Our compliance calendar and monitoring system means your filings are prepared well in advance, reducing the risk of errors, late submissions, and penalties.
Confidential and Professional Service
Your financial and corporate information is handled with the highest level of discretion and professionalism. We operate with the rigorous standards expected of a trusted compliance expert.
Integrated with Our Broader Solutions
Our Tax and Statutory Compliance Services integrate seamlessly with our Payroll & Compliance, Employer of Record, Global Staff Management, and Accounting & Audit services, offering you a fully connected business support ecosystem.
Who We Serve
Our Tax and Statutory Compliance Services are designed to support a wide range of businesses operating across West Africa:
- Local SMEs and start-ups are looking to build a strong compliance foundation from the outset.
- Multinational corporations with Ghana-based operations that require expert in-country compliance management.
- Foreign-invested businesses navigating Ghana’s regulatory requirements for the first time.
- Businesses undergoing restructuring or growth that need compliance frameworks to match their evolving operations.
- Organisations with limited internal capacity that need a reliable external compliance function without the overhead of a full-time tax department.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between tax compliance and statutory compliance?
Tax compliance refers specifically to meeting your obligations under Ghana’s tax laws, including filing returns and remitting taxes to the Ghana Revenue Authority. Statutory compliance is broader and covers all legal and regulatory obligations required to operate a business in Ghana, such as annual returns, pension contributions, GIPC requirements, and labour law obligations. At GroConsult, we manage both as an integrated service.
My business is new. Do I need tax and statutory compliance services immediately?
Yes, compliance obligations begin from the moment your business is registered and begins operations. Starting with the right compliance foundation avoids costly corrective work later and gives your business credibility with regulators, investors, and partners from day one.
Can you help us if we have outstanding filings or are behind on compliance?
Absolutely.
Our Compliance Assessment process is designed precisely to help businesses get back on track. We review your records, identify what needs to be rectified, and work with the relevant authorities to bring your business into good standing.
Do you work with businesses outside Ghana?
Yes. While our main office is in Ghana, we also support businesses operating in West Africa, including Côte d’Ivoire and Togo, and can assist international companies entering the Ghanaian market with their compliance requirements.
How does your tax and statutory compliance service integrate with your payroll services?
Our services are built to work together. If we are managing your payroll, PAYE, and SSNIT obligations are already within scope. Our Tax and Statutory Compliance Services layer on top to cover all remaining tax obligations and corporate statutory requirements, giving you truly seamless coverage.