International Indirect Tax and SAP VAT Expertise
Richard Cornelisse is the founder and CEO of KGT Global Applications and a former EY Indirect Tax Partner with more than 30 years of international experience in indirect tax, SAP VAT, tax technology, and tax governance. He holds a Master's degree in Tax Law from Leiden University and has built his career at the intersection of tax, business processes, and enterprise technology.
A Pioneer in Indirect Tax and ERP Integration
Early in his career at Andersen, Richard established one of the first specialized business units within a Big Four firm dedicated to integrating indirect tax expertise with ERP systems and SAP. Throughout his career, he has advised multinational companies on complex VAT and GST challenges, helping them transform tax from a reactive compliance function into a strategic business capability.
Tax Control Frameworks and SAP Tax Determination
Richard is widely recognized for his expertise in SAP tax determination, VAT control frameworks, tax operating models, tax function effectiveness, and risk management. His practical approach combines deep technical tax knowledge with hands-on SAP configuration expertise, enabling organizations to implement sustainable tax processes that are both compliant and operationally efficient.
Preparing SAP Environments for Digital Tax Requirements
As indirect tax regulations continue to evolve through mandatory e-invoicing, continuous transaction controls, digital reporting, and increasing automation, Richard helps businesses future-proof their SAP environments. His work focuses on improving VAT determination logic, strengthening internal controls, reducing compliance risks, and embedding tax governance directly into business processes.
Closing the Gap Between Advisory and Technology
Big Four firms operate under strict audit independence rules that generally limit their ability to develop operational software solutions that affect financial reporting. Recognizing this market gap, Richard founded KGT Global Applications to provide a unique combination of strategic VAT advisory services, SAP implementation expertise, and proprietary software development.
End-to-End SAP VAT Solutions
Today, KGT delivers end-to-end SAP VAT solutions, including VAT advisory services, optimization of SAP tax determination, SAP configuration, tax data analytics, and the development of innovative SAP add-ons that extend SAP's standard functionality. This integrated approach enables organizations to move beyond traditional consulting and implement practical, technology-driven solutions that deliver measurable business value.
Thought Leadership in Global Indirect Tax Management
Richard is also the founder and principal author of Global Indirect Tax Management, where he publishes in-depth articles, best practices, and practical guidance on VAT, GST, SAP, tax control frameworks, digital reporting, e-invoicing, and tax technology. His publications are read by tax leaders, SAP professionals, finance executives, and multinational organizations seeking practical insights into the rapidly changing world of indirect taxation.
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