Matt Watts
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Matt Watts

Partner

Areas of expertise

Matt specialises in advising businesses on all business tax matters, specifically on international tax planning, tax matters arising from transactions (acquisitions and disposals), and R&D tax credits

Experience

Matt is a Chartered Accountant who has worked for over 10 years in the Big Four. He joined S&W in 2008, and now specialises in advising corporate clients on a variety of business tax matters. Matt particularly focuses on clients in the technology, manufacturing and media sectors, and all of his clients have an international aspect to their business

Notable client work & achievements

Matt has supported many of his clients on successful transactions, both buy and sell side, including IPOs.  Matt has also advised on many international projects which have enabled his clients to grow their businesses internationally. 

Professional qualifications & memberships

  • Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
Economic Stress Signals

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From pressure to preparedness: The economic stress signals UK businesses cannot ignore

When economic uncertainty becomes the norm, stress rarely announces itself with a single dramatic event. More often, it arrives gradually through rising costs, delayed decisions, funding constraints and an erosion of confidence.

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Why private equity investors should treat international tax as an operational diligence issue

When it comes to international tax in private equity transactions, the focus is typically on identifying risks. But is tax diligence concentrated on historical exposures still fit for purpose?

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