Masao Kamiyama

Executive summary

Masao is a Global Expatriate & Employment Taxes Partner with BDO in Melbourne. He is widely acknowledged as a Japanese liaison among Japanese corporates in Australia and is highly sought out by clients on a diverse range of tax matters.

His experience spans over 20 years, including five years as the Japan Service Desk Leader at a global accounting firm. He prioritises client needs by focusing on their unique situation and tailoring his approach to find solutions.

Masao supports clients with personal and employment tax compliance services, particularly Japanese expatriate executives and their tax compliance requirements in Australia. He also helps Japanese executives seconded to Australia explore opportunities for managing broader company compliance requirements. 

Masao adds value by improving his clients’ processes to minimise potential tax risks and associated costs. He possesses a strong cross-cultural understanding across Japanese and Australian businesses.

He works across an array of industries for Japanese companies operating in Australia, including natural resources and energy, mining, financial services such as banking and insurance, technology, retail and consumer, manufacturing, automotive, food, industrial, and real estate and construction.

Expertise

• Personal income tax

• Fringe benefits tax

• Payroll tax

Experience

• Inbound Japanese companies (all listed companies at Tokyo Stock Exchange in Japan) - Expat income tax and employment tax compliance support

Qualifications and affiliations

• Graduate Diploma of Accounting
• Bachelor of Business (International Business)
• Certified Practising Accountant, CPA Australia