GTN Mobility Tax Blog

Compensation collection for international assignments comes with many moving parts, and payroll and mobility teams often run into the same core questions. From coordinating global data to navigating split payroll, per diems, and year-end reporting, each step has its own requirements and potential pitfalls.

When it comes to global payroll compliance, many organizations have a solid grasp on reporting for traditional expatriate assignments, covering items like tax reimbursements and Host country housing. But what about permanent transfers? Are third party relocation-related payments being reviewed for taxability in the destination country? And does switching payroll to the transfer location mean the Home country is fully off the hook for reporting obligations?

This year marks GTN’s 25th anniversary. Since our founding in 2000, we’ve seen the world of global mobility transform in ways few could have predicted. From the early days of spreadsheets and manual tracking to today’s digital platforms and strategic mobility programs, the pace of change has been extraordinary.

For us, our 25-year milestone is more than just a number – it’s an opportunity to reflect on the lessons we’ve learned while helping companies support their mobile employees across industries, countries, and business cycles. While every client program is unique, certain themes have stood out over the years.

Here are six of the most important lessons we’ve learned from 25 years of supporting mobile workforces.

This article was originally published in Training magazine.

Why does duty of care training need an update in the age of remote work?

Most business leaders realize remote and hybrid work have significantly transformed the way organizations operate. However, amid this shift, one critical aspect that often goes unnoticed is the need to address the duty of care training and safety measures concerning remote workers’ tax compliance obligations.

This article was originally published in Small Business Currents.

Startups and small businesses are more mobile than ever. According to a recent Gusto Company News study, 78% of startups that launched in the last three years are either remote or hybrid. What’s more, remote work is expected to pick up even more steam in 2024. According to Mercer, 59% of business leaders believe virtual assignments will increase in the next year.

This article was originally published in Corporate Compliance Insights. 

Return-to-office calls notwithstanding, many observers expect remote or hybrid work to continue to grow in popularity this year. GTN Director, Tracy Novotny, explores the tax and compliance implications corporate leaders need to know for 2024.