Energy

From volatile commodity prices and regulatory changes to compliance issues related to business structures and joint venture agreements, those in the energy business have much to consider. And because there are many challenges unique to the oil and gas industries, you need advisors who comprehend the specific opportunities and dilemmas you face each day. BKD can help.

We monitor current proposed changes in federal and state laws and emerging trends within the industry to provide energy clients tax, audit and consulting services tailored to their specific needs. By having a clear understanding of your business, BKD can help with domestic and international tax requirements, including business structuring solutions and tax services to reduce or defer taxes and increase cash flow. We also can offer consulting solutions based on our thorough knowledge of the industry’s dynamic environment and the controls needed for companies to effectively manage their risks, while achieving their business objectives and sustaining a competitive advantage. As a member of Praxity, AISBL, a global alliance of firms, we provide energy professionals with local expertise in the countries where they operate.

With more than 200 clients in the energy field, you’ll gain the peace of mind that comes from advisors versed in the industry.

BKD works with exploration, service and pipeline companies, as well as crude and natural gas marketers and refineries. Our solutions for energy clients include:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Tax Planning and Compliance
• Federal and state income taxes
• Transfer pricing
• State and local sales and property taxes
• Federal, state and local incentives and special credit planning
• Research and development credit studies
• Cost segregation studies
• Risk Management Services
• Entity risk management
• Risk assessments
• Internal audit
• IT audit
• Sarbanes-Oxley
• Contract Audits
• Construction audits
• Service level agreement audits (for shared services)
• Vendor audits
BKD leverages their firm's internal resources well. Their breadth of knowledge and analytical and critical thinking skills allowed them to assist us in getting answers quickly to enable us to make decisions. They were fantastic to work with.
— Kris Gordon, Manager
Enbridge Energy Company, Inc.
• Forensic and Valuation Services
• Business valuation
• Strategic insolvency and bankruptcy services
• Fraud prevention and investigations
• Litigation support and computer forensics
• Technology Services
• Business requirements analysis
• Software implementation and support

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