Jonas Lau
About Jonas Lau
Jonas Lau is the Director of International Tax at Brookfield Asset Management, with over a decade of experience in international corporate tax and a strong background in mathematics and accounting.
Current Role at Brookfield Asset Management
Jonas Lau currently serves as the Director of International Tax at Brookfield Asset Management. He transitioned to this role in April 2021. In his current position, he focuses on international tax planning and compliance, leveraging his extensive experience in the field. His role involves ensuring that the company's global operations are tax-efficient and comply with international tax regulations.
Previous Experience at KPMG
Jonas Lau has an extensive background with KPMG, where he worked in various roles within the International Corporate Tax division. He served as a Senior Manager from 2017 to 2021 for four years. Prior to that, he was a Manager from 2015 to 2017 and a Tax Specialist from 2013 to 2015. He started his career at KPMG as a Staff Accountant in 2012, working in this role for seven months before progressing through other positions. During his nearly decade-long tenure at KPMG, he developed deep expertise in international corporate tax.
Educational Background
Jonas Lau holds a Bachelor of Mathematics (BMath) in Mathematics/Chartered Accountancy from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Accounting from the same university. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both mathematics and accounting, which he applies in his professional roles.
Early Career at McCarney Greenwood LLP
Jonas Lau began his professional journey as a Staff Accountant at McCarney Greenwood LLP, where he worked from 2010 to 2011 for one year. This early experience in public accounting helped him build the essential skills and knowledge that he would later apply in his roles at KPMG and Brookfield Asset Management.
Expertise in International Corporate Tax
With over a decade of experience in international corporate tax, Jonas Lau possesses a deep understanding of tax regulations and their implications for multinational corporations. He has been involved in international tax planning and compliance, helping organizations navigate complex tax environments. His expertise in this field enables him to develop strategies that optimize tax efficiency and maintain compliance with global tax laws.