Market Entry

Market Entry Solutions

Want to do business with China

Company Registration

We expertly handle the legal details

Company Type

WFOE

Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise

Joint Venture

Joint Venture in China

Representative Office

Set up a Representative Office in China

Branch Office

How to Setup a Branch Office in China

Corporate Lifecycle

Restructuring

Restructure your China entity

Company Liquidation

Wind down a China entity properly

Profit Repatriation

Move profits out of China legally

Trademarks

Protect your brand in China

Accounting & Tax

Accounting

Accounting Services in China

Tax Filing

China Tax System & Filing System

China Audit & Assurance

MS Advisory's assurance service delivers

Statutory Audit

MS Advisory's assurance service delivers

China Consolidation

The applicable accounting rules in China

Payroll

Payroll Outsourcing

With our streamlined service

Hire Employees

Recruitment Agency

Recruitment Agency in China

Employer of Record

Hire your team in China with our China EOR

Mobility Services

Work Visas

China Work Visa Application

Advisory

Tax Advisory

Optimize your China tax strategy

Transfer Pricing

Stay compliant on intercompany pricing

Corporate Finance

Funding, M&A and capital structure

Specialized

Due Diligence

Review before you commit

CFO Services

Outsourced senior finance leadership

About Guides

Why MSA Asia

Explore why MSA Asia matters

Meet our Experts

Learn about our team of experts

Case Studies

Explore our case studies

GGI Alliance

Learn about our global alliance network

Join our Team

Discover opportunities to grow with us

Contact Us

Get in touch with us

Reviews

Learn what our clients say about us

Our Offices

Explore where we operate

Resources & Tools Guides

Insights

Discover expert perspectives

Tax Calculator

Learn how to estimate your taxes

Videos Guides

Explore our step-by-step video guides

China Corporate Tax Calculator

Calculate your business tax in China

China Tax Calculator

Estimate your taxes in seconds

China Entity Advisor

Get guidance on China entity setup

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★★★★★ G2 Top-Rated

China Business Services: Company Setup, Accounting, Tax, Payroll & HR for Foreign Companies

From company setup and accounting to tax, payroll, HR, and ERP — MSA Asia delivers end-to-end business services for foreign enterprises operating in China, Hong Kong, and across Asia. Our bilingual teams in Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong have supported 1,500+ international companies since 2012, handling every administrative, compliance, and finance task so your leadership can focus on growth.

Not sure which entity fits your business?

30-min call with our China team. We'll map your business model to a WFOE, JV, RO or EOR and tell you the right city.

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02 — Stay compliant

Accounting, tax & advisory

Books, tax filings, statutory audit, transfer pricing, due diligence — everything that keeps your finance function compliant and your group reporting clean.

Accounting

Accounting in China

Bookkeeping, monthly closing, intercompany reconciliations under Chinese GAAP plus IFRS bridge.

Open service
Tax

China Tax System

CIT, VAT, IIT, withholding — the full tax stack for foreign-invested companies in 2026.

Open service
Audit

Statutory Audit

Mandatory annual audit by a licensed Chinese CPA firm — scope, deadlines, and common findings.

Open service
Tax

Annual CIT Filing

Corporate income tax reconciliation due 31 May. Adjustments, disallowed expenses, related-party.

Open service
Accounting

Group Consolidation

Convert Chinese GAAP books into IFRS / US GAAP for HQ reporting and group consolidation.

Open service
Compliance

Annual Publication Report

SAMR annual report — required disclosure of capital, equity, related parties and financials.

Open service
Advisory

Tax Advisory

Structuring advice across CIT, VAT, IIT and withholding — including HNTE and tax-treaty positions.

Open service
Advisory

Transfer Pricing

Local file, master file, country-by-country, benchmarks. Defend related-party flows under STA scrutiny.

Open service
Advisory

Due Diligence

Financial, tax and legal DD on Chinese targets — pre-acquisition, joint venture, or supplier vetting.

Open service
Advisory

Company Review

Health-check on your existing Chinese entity — accounting, tax, HR, compliance, governance.

Open service
Advisory

Corporate Social Credit System

How CSCS scores work, what triggers downgrades, and how to remediate before tendering.

Open service
Advisory

Corporate Finance

Cross-border financing, capital injections, intercompany loans, FX and SAFE registration.

Open service

Need a fixed-fee quote for your accounting + tax?

Send us your scope and we'll come back with a fixed monthly fee, your annual deliverables, and a free first review.

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Already running a team in China?

We can take over payroll, HR compliance, tax filing and annual audit so your finance team can focus on the numbers, not the filings.

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CLIENT RESULTS

Trusted by Finance Leaders Across Industries

All Reviews (32) Incorporation (11) EOR & HR (5) Tax & Accounting (10) Advisory (6)
5/5
EOR & HR

Can Highly Recommend MSA!

MSA has been outstanding in providing comprehensive EOR services. Their team is incredibly knowledgeable about local employment laws and regulations, ensuring full compliance at all times.

RH
Rick H.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Positive Experiences with MSA Throughout Whole Process

MSA was great to work with during the process of setting up our representative office in Shanghai. They were always responsive, clearly explained all required steps, and kept us on schedule.

JD
Jim D.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Excellent Service for Company Incorporation and Compliance

We needed to set up a WFOE in China quickly to meet an important client deadline. MSA handled the entire process from start to finish, including registration, bank account setup, and initial compliance.

LN
Lisa N.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Help with Tax Matters in Malaysia

MSA's tax advisory team helped us navigate a complex cross-border tax situation between China and Malaysia. Their advice was practical and always tailored to our specific business structure.

VU
Katherine B.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Excellent Experience with MSA, 100% Recommended

From the very first consultation, MSA demonstrated deep expertise in Asia business services. They helped us restructure our regional operations for better tax efficiency.

VU
Jeanne Y.
Verified on G2
G2
4.5/5
Advisory

Global Standards, China Know-How

We were looking for a partner that understood both international standards and local Chinese business practices. MSA turned out to be exactly that kind of partner.

TG
Tom G.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
EOR & HR

Entering HK and China First via EOR Then Setting Up Our Subsidiary

MSA helped us enter the Chinese and Hong Kong markets quickly through their EOR service, while simultaneously handling the full subsidiary setup process.

SS
Sinan S.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
EOR & HR

Our Experience with EOR Services Switching to MSA

Switching our EOR services to MSA was one of the best decisions we made. The transition was seamless, and we saw immediate improvements in both service quality and cost efficiency.

VU
Dennis K.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

MSA Promised and Delivered Effortless Transition

When we decided to switch our accounting and compliance services to MSA, we were nervous about the transition. MSA made it completely stress-free with a clear migration plan.

VC
Victoria C.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
EOR & HR

We Did Payroll Optimization with MSA, Worked Like a Charm

Our payroll processes across multiple Asian entities were fragmented and inefficient. MSA consolidated everything into a streamlined system that reduced errors significantly.

CY
Chris Y.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Tax Declaration and Accounting Support, + IFRS Reporting

MSA handles all our tax declarations and accounting in China with exceptional accuracy. Their team also provides IFRS-compliant reporting which simplifies our global consolidation.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
EOR & HR

MSA Onboarded Our Team via PEO: Can Recommend Absolutely!

We needed to quickly onboard a team of 5 engineers in China without having a local entity. MSA's PEO solution was perfect — fully compliant and operational within 2 weeks.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Our Go-To Partner for Solving Tax and Cashflow Issues

MSA has been our go-to partner whenever we face tax or cashflow challenges in China. Their proactive approach means they often identify issues before they become problems.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
4.5/5
Advisory

Dedicated Service Solving Issues

What stands out about MSA is their dedicated approach to problem-solving. When we had a complex visa issue for one of our employees, they worked tirelessly until it was resolved.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Tax Optimisation in China

MSA's tax optimization strategies saved our company a significant amount in our China operations. Their team identified several tax incentives we were eligible for but hadn't been claiming.

WH
Wilson H.
Verified on G2
G2
4.5/5
Tax & Accounting

Cost Savings Through Accounting- and Tax Restructuring

We engaged MSA to review our accounting and tax structure in China. Their recommendations led to substantial cost savings while keeping us fully compliant with local regulations.

ES
Edouardo S.
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Nanjing Company Incorporation

Setting up our company in Nanjing was made straightforward by MSA. They handled all the local government interactions, documentation, and registration processes efficiently.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
4.5/5
Tax & Accounting

We Liquidated One of Our Subsidiaries in China with MSA

Liquidating a Chinese subsidiary is notoriously complex. MSA managed the entire process professionally, handling tax clearances, employee settlements, and deregistration.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Excellent Help with Setting Up WFOE in Shanghai

MSA provided excellent support throughout our WFOE setup in Shanghai. They were transparent about timelines, costs, and requirements from the very beginning.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Establishment of Our RO with Guidance of MSA

We wanted to explore the Chinese market but were not ready to set up a full company. MSA guided us in making the right choice based on our company's activities and goals.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

MSA Went Far and Beyond During Our WFOE Set-Up in China

Interest, response time, diverse cultural backgrounds, and assistance in different languages made our WFOE setup experience exceptional.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

MSA Set Up Our WFOE in Shanghai and Works from Our Accounting System

Clear advice and instructions during the setup. And the ability to work in our accounting environment, so we can easily consolidate the financials at headquarters level.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

MSA Helped Setting Up Our Subsidiary in China

We saw business opportunities in China and were debating whether to set up a company. Due to the excellent guidance of MSA we were able to successfully establish our subsidiary.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Tax & Accounting

Our Go-To for China Tax Issues and Support

Responsive and proactive team that listens to our issues and comes with practical and quick solutions.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Great Support Setting Up WFOE in Beijing

Ability to speak Dutch, clear and fast communication, and guidance and advice along the way made the process smooth.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Advisory

Great Backoffice Support

They require very little input from our side, but if we need some clarifications, they are quick to respond.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Advisory

Fast and Easy Entry to China

Communication was very fast and easy, services clearly communicated. MSA made our market entry straightforward.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Starting Our JV in China with the Support of MSA

Knowledge, responsiveness, and cultural understanding made MSA an invaluable partner for our joint venture setup.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Advisory

Great Partner to Complement Our Own Service Portfolio

They add value to our customers while respecting that we are the primary contact for them.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Incorporation

Great Assistance During Company Incorporation in China!

Professional expertise and English proficiency made the entire incorporation process smooth and efficient.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
5/5
Advisory

Great Support in China

They cover also smaller cities in China, providing excellent support regardless of location.

VU
Verified User
Verified on G2
G2
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