Tim Sandow

Executive summary

Tim is a Partner in the Corporate & International Tax team, based in our Adelaide office.

As a tax professional with more than 30 years’ experience at global accounting firms, Tim has developed strong tax technical knowledge and ability, and prides himself on building long-term, trusted client relationships. He is known for his ability to translate complex tax matters into practical, easy‑to‑understand advice, ensuring clients feel supported and confident in navigating their tax challenges.

Tim has provided tax advice to a variety of private and public companies, in a range of industries, particularly in relation to mergers and acquisitions, international tax, tax governance, liaising with the ATO, tax consolidations and tax effect accounting. He has built strong networks in the tax community, including with the ATO, State Revenue Office and fellow tax lawyers and accountants.

Tim joined BDO in 2020, and his previous experience includes working as a Special Adviser in the Tax & Private Clients team at a global accounting firm, working as a private consultant and he was also a Tax Partner at a global accounting firm.

Expertise

• Advising private and public companies on corporate and international tax matters, including structuring and ongoing tax obligations across domestic and cross‑border operations
• Providing tax advisory support on mergers and acquisitions, with a focus on helping businesses manage tax risk and navigate transaction‑related issues
• Supporting organisations with tax governance and compliance frameworks, helping them manage their tax responsibilities in a structured and practical way
• Advising employers on employment tax issues, including managing tax considerations associated with workforce arrangements and remuneration structures.

Experience

Tim has worked closely with clients across a range of industries providing tailored tax advice that reflects the commercial realities of each sector. These sectors include:

• Natural resources and energy
• Food and agribusiness
• Defence
• Retail.

Qualifications and affiliations

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws
• Graduate, Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

Affiliations

• Registered Tax Agent
• Fellow Chartered Accountant, CA ANZ
• Chartered Tax Adviser, The Tax Institute of Australia
• Member, Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Professional engagements and activities

• National President, The Tax Institute of Australia
• National Board Member, The Tax Institute of Australia.