In this episode of Tap into Tax, Julie Allen and Margie Dhunjishah interview David Swenson, a partner in PwC’s National Tax Services and former global Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution Leader about the controversy environment, focusing on current audit activity, the tactics and approaches taken by tax authorities during audits, and the key drivers for increased audit activity. The trio also discuss steps companies can take to avoid potential controversy, the dispute resolution mechanisms available, as well as how governments reach agreement in an environment of increased pressure to offset deficits resulting from the pandemic. 

Speakers:

• Julie Allen,  National Tax Services Market leader, PwC US
• Margie Dhunjishah, Tax Reporting & Strategy leader, PwC US 
• David Swenson, Global Network Leader, Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution, PwC US