Aashna Mulgaonkar serves as the Managing Partner of GDT Auditing & Accounting L.L.C and TransPrice GDT Tax Advisors LLC in the United Arab Emirates

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A well-reputed
Tax Consultant

Aashna Mulgaonkar serves as the Managing Partner of GDT Auditing & Accounting L.L.C and TransPrice GDT Tax Advisors LLC in the United Arab Emirates. A qualified Chartered Accountant, Aashna has cultivated a deep understanding of UAE Corporate Taxes, VAT, cross-border transactions, and financial advisory, distinguishing her as a leading expert in the Middle East’s rapidly evolving tax environment.

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My Skill

Showcasing Aashna’s
Extensive Expertise in 2024–25

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Corporate Tax Advisory & Structuring

As Managing Partner at TransPrice GDT, Aashna has led large-scale advisory projects to align clients’ operations with newly introduced UAE Corporate Tax laws. Her approach often combines economic substance reviews, Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) assessments, and benchmarking analyses to ensure that businesses optimize their tax positions while meeting the highest standards of regulatory compliance.

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End-to-End Transfer Pricing Compliance

With UAE’s adoption of OECD-aligned Transfer Pricing regulations, Aashna routinely oversees Local File preparation, Benchmarking and Master File coordination, ensuring that intercompany transactions adhere to the arm’s length principle. She frequently advises on profit allocation methods, documentation of intangible assets, and cross-border financing—pre-empting potential disputes before they arise.

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VAT & Indirect Tax Strategy

Aashna’s command of UAE VAT regulations allows her to provide holistic guidance on supply chain structuring, input tax recoveries, and transaction-level planning. She helps both Free Zone and Mainland entities apply best practices in VAT recordkeeping, compliance software integration, and end-to-end indirect tax oversight.

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Audit & Assurance Services

Under Aashna’s leadership GDT’s audit and assurance services have grown in scope, encompassing internal audits, statutory audits, and transactional diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Her team emphasizes alignment with international accounting standards (like IFRS) while providing transparent, timely financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

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Business Setup & Regulatory Support

From company incorporation to ongoing compliance, Aashna and her team handle licensing, entity structuring, and liaison with relevant UAE authorities. Clients benefit from detailed guidance on legal forms (e.g., Free Zone companies vs. offshore setups), ensuring smooth entry into the UAE market and a sound legal foundation for sustainable growth.

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AML & Risk Advisory

Recognizing the UAE’s focus on anti–money laundering (AML) regulations, Aashna assists clients in developing robust risk assessment frameworks, compliance manuals, and in-house training programs. By maintaining proactive controls against illicit financial activities, her clients significantly reduce reputational and regulatory risks.

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