General Guides
The Leading Business Service Provider in China & APAC
We’re your on-the-ground partner in China and across all of APAC. MSA’s local finance and HR experts help you set up, grow, and manage your China operations.
Trusted by 1500+ Companies
Meet Your China Expert
Where Local Expertise
Meets Proven Experience
Trust a true specialist in China. Our on-the-ground experts provide tailored, market-specific guidance, seamless workforce management, and full compliance support—ensuring your business operates smoothly and in line with China’s regulations and international standards.
Expanding into China requires a true local expert.
Whether you’re entering the Chinese market or pursuing strategic growth, our deep expertise and on-the-ground experience help you avoid pitfalls and achieve success faster.
13 + Years Experience
Leverage 13+ years of expertise in China for tailored insights and strategic guidance.
56 + Experts in China
Collaborate with our China-based experts for expert advice and in-person consultations.
100 Cities covered in China
With expertise in local regulations and support in 100+ cities, we ensure seamless business operations across China.
OUR SERVICES
Expert Services for Your Operations in China.
Incorporation
- Registration support in all cities and provinces
- Selection of Chinese name
- Business license within 2 weeks
- Preparation and advisory on required documents
- Support with registered capital
- Advisory on registered personnel
Accounting
- Free setup of accounting processes for a new company/WFOE
- Free takeover of accounting from an existing provider
- Accounting and financial reporting through licensed MSA accounting software OR
- Accounting through your existing accounting environment
- Maintaining bookkeeping records in full local and global compliance
Taxation
- Advice on permanent establishment, DTAs, transfer pricing and optimal tax structures in China
- VAT support, including Monthly and quarterly VAT filings
- Reporting for transfer pricing purposes
Payroll
- Full payroll outsourcing service
- Individual income tax withholding
- Social security deductions
- Gross- to Net salary calculations
- Annual base adjustments
EOR
- Hire employees in China without a legal entity
- MSA takes care of contracts, payroll, taxes, and benefits
- Full Tax and Employment Compliance
- Cost-efficient hiring for smaller companies
- Enable fast employee onboarding within days
Profit Distribution
- 100% success rate in halving tax payable (within legal framework)
- Determining optimal profit distribution
- Minimization of tax burden
- Full support with all required documentation
- Calculation and filing of applicable taxes
Company Liquidation
- Application for termination with the State Administration of Market Regulation
- Arranging liquidation committee
- Drafting of liquidation documents
- Arranging for notification of termination in newspaper or AMR system
OUR MISSION
Help you Start, Manage, and Grow your Business in China
For over a decade, our mission has been to assist foreign enterprises across China, Hong Kong, and the APAC region by providing comprehensive administrative and financial solutions.
Our ASIA Coverage
With MSA, the leader in China and APAC, you gain unparalleled expertise and coverage in the region.
Our Guides
TESTIMONIALS
How Our Clients Go Farther With Us
Cibes Lift Group AB
Manuel Neuhofer,
Director of Finance and Administration for ASIA & MENA CIBES Lift Group
Royal Brinkman
Vincent Van Der Wilk,
Area Manager Asia & Africa at Royal Brinkman
Genuine German
Damian Maib,
Founder
Hybrid Software
Joachim Van Hemelen,
Chief Financial Officer
Feinmetall
Patrik Dinser,
Commercial Director
Badgequo Ltd.
Matt Goldstein,
Finance Director
Lotus Bakeries NV
LOTUS BAKERIES CHINA,
