Reanda Bernardi and BCA Successfully Hold Tax Seminar “The Dual Edge of Tax: Managing Risks and Capturing Savings”

Jakarta, 20 November 2025 — Reanda Bernardi, in collaboration with PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA), successfully hosted the seminar “The Dual Edge of Tax: Managing Risks and Capturing Savings” on Thursday, 20 November 2025, at Menara BCA, Grand Indonesia, Jakarta. This event marked the second collaboration between Reanda Bernardi and BCA, attracting dozens of leading Chinese companies operating in Indonesia. Participants included corporate executives, finance managers, and key decision-makers involved in tax strategies and business management.

The event opened with remarks from Michelle Bernardi, CEO of Reanda Bernardi, and Frengky Chandra Kusuma, Director of BCA, who expressed their appreciation for the strong participation from Chinese companies and emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration between businesses and financial institutions.

Following the opening session, the seminar continued with presentations from the speakers: Vera Butarbutar and Ria Astri, Tax Partners at Reanda Bernardi; as well as Billy Jonathan, Assistant Vice President of BCA, and Gabriella Levina, Business Relationship BCA. The series of presentations was arranged sequentially beginning with tax risks, progressing to tax incentives, and concluding with financial ecosystem solutions to support corporate operations.

Topic 1: Tax Risk Management, Achieving the Taxpayer’s Objectives while Managing Government’s Expectations.

The first session was delivered by Ria Astri under the topic “Tax Risk Management: Achieving the Taxpayer’s Objectives while Managing Government’s Expectations.” Ria explained how Indonesia’s tax landscape continues to evolve, highlighting increased audit focus on areas such as related-party transactions, cost structures, and cross-border arrangements. In this environment, companies are encouraged to adopt a comprehensive approach to risk management identifying high-risk areas, preparing strong documentation, and strengthening tax governance as the foundation of compliance.

Ria emphasized that tax risk management is not merely a defensive measure to avoid penalties, but a long-term strategy that ensures companies can meet government expectations while still achieving their business objectives.

To transition toward the next theme, Ria concluded by noting that effective risk management opens the door for companies to maximize available tax incentives.

Topic 2: Tax Saving Opportunities for Foreign Investors

In the second session, Vera Butarbutar presented “Tax Saving Opportunities,” offering a comprehensive overview of the various incentives available to both foreign investors and domestic companies. Vera highlighted that the Indonesian government provides a wide range of facilities, including income tax reductions, import-related incentives, and location-based benefits.

Her presentation covered the general landscape of corporate income tax incentives such as tax holidays, tax allowances, investment allowances, and super tax deductions for vocational programs and R&D activities. She also outlined key import incentives, including exemptions or reductions of import-related taxes for capital goods, raw materials, and specific productive goods. Additionally, Vera discussed location-based incentives such as Special Economic Zones (SEZ), Import Facility for Export Purposes (KITE), bonded zones, Free Trade Zones, Integrated Economic Development Zones (KAPET), and emerging opportunities in Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara.

Through this session, participants gained insight that tax optimization goes beyond merely utilizing facilities it requires integrated planning aligned with corporate structures and operational needs.

After understanding both tax risks and incentive opportunities, the seminar moved to its final topic on strengthening financial ecosystems to support business growth.

Topic 3: BCA Beyond Banking — Strengthening the Corporate Financial Ecosystem

To conclude the presentation sessions, BCA representatives Billy Jonathan and Gabriella Levina delivered the topic “Mastering Your Financial Ecosystem.” This session provided a broader perspective on the importance of building a solid financial ecosystem to support corporate development.

BCA introduced a variety of services designed to support business activities from corporate transaction support to banking solutions tailored to simplify operations and enhance financial efficiency. The presentation helped participants understand how the right financial strategies can complement tax management and overall business operations.

Through this seminar, Reanda Bernardi and BCA successfully delivered comprehensive insights to dozens of Chinese companies in Indonesia on tax risks, incentive opportunities, and integrated financial solutions. The event not only strengthened engagement with the business community but also equipped companies with guidance to design more effective, compliant, and sustainable tax and financial strategies amid evolving regulatory dynamics.