Looking for tax advice?
At McCulloch & Partners, our Tax Advisory team provides expert guidance to help you make smart, strategic tax decisions—whether you’re navigating local obligations or international complexity. From migration and tax residency to property development, trusts, and business structuring, we provide practical, forward-thinking advice to help you stay compliant while optimising outcomes.
Why choose our tax advisory service?
- Specialist expertise, global perspective. Dr. Benjamin Walker leads our tax team with a background that includes a PhD in international tax, Big 4 experience, and advising clients across Australasia, the UK, and Europe.
- Focused on the complex and cross-border. We help high-net-worth individuals, international investors, and growth-focused businesses manage complex tax questions with confidence.
- Tailored and practical advice. We cut through legislative complexity to deliver advice that is technically strong and commercially usable—no dense theory, just workable solutions.
- Seamless collaboration. Our Tax Advisory service integrates with our wider team of accountants and business advisors, ensuring you receive consistent, coordinated support.
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Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
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Team Member
Queenstown
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Tax Residency & Migration Advice
We provide comprehensive guidance on becoming a New Zealand tax resident and what that means in practice, including strategic planning for arrivals, departures, and managing dual residency. Our advice covers transitional residency exemptions, overseas income, and trust structures—particularly relevant for migrants and returning Kiwis. We regularly assist clients relocating to or from jurisdictions such as Australia, the UK, the US, and other international hubs. Our cross-border planning is tailored for high-net-worth individuals, international workers, and globally mobile families seeking to navigate New Zealand’s tax system with confidence
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Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Queenstown
team.member@mcp.co.nz
International & Corporate Tax
We advise on international and corporate tax matters, including structuring inbound and outbound investments for optimal tax efficiency. Our services cover managing Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) risks, thin capitalisation, applying double tax agreements & other matters. We also provide practical advice on cross-border reorganisations, business expansion, and identifying or managing permanent establishment risks for companies operating across borders.
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Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Queenstown
team.member@mcp.co.nz
High-Net-Worth Individuals & Family Trusts
For high-net-worth individuals and family trusts, we offer expert guidance on trust structuring and governance, both in New Zealand and offshore. We assist with the tax implications of distributions from foreign trusts and provide clear advice on New Zealand’s treatment of such arrangements. Our planning extends to intergenerational wealth transfers, addressing estate and gift tax risks—particularly for clients who are internationally connected.
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Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Queenstown
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Property & Development Tax
In the area of property and development tax, we help structure projects to manage exposure under the land taxing provisions. We provide advice on the application of the bright-line test, the treatment of improvements, and GST obligations for developers and long-term investors. We also assist with choosing the right ownership structure—whether personal, company, or trust—to align tax outcomes with your broader goals.
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Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Queenstown
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Private Clients & Executive Remuneration
We support private clients and executives with tailored tax planning, including structuring income for business owners, contractors, and internationally mobile professionals. We advise on employee share schemes, fringe benefits and the tax implications of relocation. Where income is taxed across multiple jurisdictions, we help manage double tax risks and claim foreign tax credits where applicable.
Connect with
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Invercargill
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Team Member
Queenstown
team.member@mcp.co.nz
Tax Disputes & Risk Management
Finally, we provide robust support in tax disputes and risk management, including assisting with Inland Revenue investigations, audits, and tax disputes. We prepare voluntary disclosures, apply for binding rulings, and offer independent second opinions to help clients proactively manage tax risks with clarity and confidence.
To find out more, connect with:
Benjamin Walker
Queenstown
benjamin.walker@mcp.co.nz