Filip Borsik, General Manager of IB Interbilanz Consulting: Continuity, expertise and the ability to respond quickly make a real difference

The trust shown to us by large domestic and international companies in periods of regulatory changes and market uncertainty was especially significant. That`s when continuity, expertise and the ability to react quickly and offer practical solutions proved to make a real difference. It was precisely this phase that positioned us as a reliable partner to whom clients turn not only when everything is stable, but also when important business decisions need to be made.

Such a way of doing business and communication has made us one of the significant players in the market of consulting services, as evidenced by our continuous growth every year.

First of all, international clients recognized our reliability, stability and complete compliance with regulations from both the home countries and the EU regulations that apply in the RS, and as the primary thing - clarity in communication. It is extremely important for them to have a reliable partner in Serbia who understands the local legal framework, but at the same time operates according to the standards they are used to in their home markets - precisely, transparently and without "surprises".

Over the years, we have shaped our expertise in exactly that direction - by continuously following domestic and international standards, investing in team education and developing internal practice that combines local knowledge with international experience. This is precisely why our portfolio consists of 99% of foreign clients, because trust is not only built through numbers, but also through the way of cooperation, clearly set expectations and long-term stability of relations.

- With our partners, we are present in seven countries of Central and Southeastern Europe, with a turnover of 25 million USD and over 350 employees, which makes us a reliable and stable company that knows international laws and regulations and applies them in business, together with the Laws of the RS.

Among the services we provide, we would highlight:

With the intensification of investments, acquisitions and restructuring in the region, there is a growing need for quality financial analysis, valuations and support during the M&A process. Investors are looking for speed, precision and a partner who understands local markets in the context of international standards — which is the area where we`re experiencing the most dynamic growth.

Changing regulation, BEPS standards and complex cross-border structures are creating an increasing demand for specialized tax expertise. Companies expect stability, timely monitoring of changes and a strategic approach to risk management.

More and more companies are deciding to outsource key administrative processes to external professionals. Their focus is on efficiency, digitization and continuity — which positions us as a long-term partner in their operational functioning.

As businesses grow, so does the need for sophisticated planning, profitability analysis, KPI structures and management reporting. This is particularly pronounced in large groups, but increasingly also in strong local medium-sized enterprises.

Among the most dynamic industries today, I would single out:

- As a company with majority foreign capital, whose clients are also from that domain, the importance of membership in chambers is great, above all, such as AHK, SPK Adventage Austria and the like. We are also members of various associations of Managers of Serbia, CFO, OIE, which further gives us a deeper insight into the issues that our clients face in their daily business.

Membership in the Association of Renewable Energy Sources (OIE) is especially dear to me and I am very proud that we are members of such an exceptional and respectable association of companies, as well as the people who lead that association. We have excellent cooperation and work together to improve knowledge and information about what renewable sources mean and what their contribution is, because you will agree, we are witnessing numerous problems in the energy sector, and one of the solutions is the continuous improvement and strengthening of awareness, construction and expansion of the capacity of renewable energy sources.

- In recent years, sustainability has become one of the most important strategic requirements for companies operating in the EU, as well as for all companies in Serbia that cooperate with European partners. CSRD and ESRS standards practically introduce a new dimension of corporate reporting and governance.

From the perspective of the CEO of a consulting company, a sector that is very intensive and demanding in terms of working hours, constant changes in regulations, and all with the aim of providing quality and timely services, challenges arise every day.

Quality management of those challenges is what makes a good leader stand out, and that is through compliance with "3 key principles":

From the current perspective, after 8 years, I can say that we have succeeded and are on the right path of development, that the shareholders are satisfied with the release and that today the team of 40 people functions excellently and delivers results.

On the other hand, what moves me the most today outside of the business environment are simple things - time spent with family and friends and that gives me balance and clarity, and restores focus, which is crucial in a job that is fast, analytical and full of responsibility. This personal balance enables me to be better and more present professionally.