Danielle Sherwin

Partner - Sydney

Danielle Sherwin is a Partner in the Tax Services division in Sydney.

As an international tax adviser, Danielle has an extensive understanding of global tax laws.

Danielle is a highly skilled expert in tax management, with a focus on international tax and transfer pricing. Her wealth of experience spans over a decade, during which she has assisted a diverse range of clients, from large multinationals to SME taxpayers venturing overseas for the first time. Danielle empowers her clients to make well-informed decisions on corporate structure, operational transaction flows, transfer pricing, and tax disclosures. Danielle is committed to keeping her clients consistently ahead of compliance requirements, providing invaluable insights to any organisation operating internationally.

Danielle is more than a tax consultant.

In the world of tax, she stands out for her personal touch. Danielle provides practical solutions to technical problems and adopts a holistic approach to tax matters. She firmly believes that a transfer pricing issue cannot be viewed in isolation, but should also consider the related implications for aspects such as fund repatriation, withholding tax, CFC calculations, and associated hybrid mismatch issues. Danielle emphasises the importance of considering things from a holistic perspective when providing advice to clients.

With her logical and analytical mindset and high standards for her work, Danielle's clients benefit from her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach. She embraces challenges and is driven to deliver results. Given the intricate and ever-changing nature of tax laws, Danielle ensures she stays ahead by proactively researching technical legislation to stay updated on tax law changes, guaranteeing accurate and relevant advice for her clients.

Danielle is skilled at simplifying complex issues to educate and empower her business clients. She is dedicated to helping her clients understand legislative changes and their tax obligations. Additionally, she plays a key role in training staff and fostering a culture of knowledge and growth at RSM.

Danielle’s approach to tax is refreshingly enthusiastic—she says:

"I love a challenge and learning new things, which makes delving into new tax legislation enjoyable for me."

She believes curiosity is a great skill for people to have, to ensure they have all the correct facts at their disposal before they can make a decision. This approach benefits her clients, as Danielle offers both the detailed technical knowledge required to solve the problem and the practical decision-making side needed from a commercial perspective.

This passion for knowledge translates into tangible benefits for her clients. Danielle diligently safeguards her clients' interests while managing their international tax risks.

Expert tax adviser in Sydney

Before starting her post-university graduate role at RSM, Danielle gained valuable experience at a local accounting firm, particularly in preparing tax returns. Her decision to pursue a graduate position in Tax was driven by this hands-on experience. Fortunately, the complex technical challenges in the field of tax require ongoing learning and professional growth, aligning with Danielle's passion for development. Her commitment to expanding her expertise in International Tax and Transfer Pricing has further enriched her professional journey at RSM.

Outside of work, Danielle enjoys outdoor sports like netball and touch football. She also likes going on long bushwalks to explore nature. She also loves making (and drinking) cocktails and has even created an (amateur) cocktail book.

Solutions Danielle provides

Danielle thrives on continuous growth and development in all areas of tax, both technically and professionally. She helps businesses create clear and focused tax and transfer policies that align with their commercial goals. Her expertise includes:

Provides specialist support to meet SGE obligations in Australia.
Ensures adherence to CBC reporting requirements.
Manages global transfer pricing projects throughout the RSM network, benefiting internationally operating structured entities.
Performs benchmarking analyses for diverse transaction types
Offers expert assistance in preparing and reviewing the International Dealings Schedule.
Provides international tax planning opportunities to clients.
Implements necessary transfer pricing adjustments in corporate income tax returns.
Offers protection against ATO audits concerning transfer pricing and the Multinational Anti-Avoidance Law.
Delivers practical and cost-effective advice for transfer pricing compliance.
Provides collaborative assistance in developing transparent and business-oriented tax and transfer pricing policies.
Assists in developing and deploying tax governance frameworks
Provides tax due diligence to help buyers understand and quantify their International tax risks.