KSi Malta
- Founded
- 1979-01-01 in Msida, Malta
- Headquarters
- Msida, Malta
- info@ksimalta.com
- Phone
- +356 212 261 76
KSi Malta was a long-established professional services firm based in Msida, Malta, providing audit, accounting, tax, legal advisory, and corporate services to a diverse clientele. Founded around 1979 by Joseph Gauci, the firm grew over four decades into one of Malta's leading independent practices, serving over 300 international clients alongside a strong local base. A member of the Morison Global network, KSi Malta leveraged cross-border expertise to attract clients from the MENA region, South America, and North Africa. In August 2024, KSi Malta merged with CSA Group to form CLA Malta, now part of the worldwide CLA Global network with 220 offices and 14,500 professionals. The combined entity employs 140 staff and continues the legacy of integrity and client retention that defined its predecessor.
Detailed Review
History and Founding
KSi Malta was founded in the late 1970s by Joseph Gauci as a small financial and legal advisory practice. Under his leadership, the firm steadily expanded its service portfolio, developing deep expertise in auditing, accounting, corporate tax, immigration programmes, and legal structuring. By 2019, KSi Malta had invested millions in new office space on Valley Road in Msida, signalling its ambition to scale and modernise.
Business Model and Services
The firm offered a comprehensive suite of professional services, including audit and assurance, corporate and personal tax advisory, legal advice (covering corporate law, contracts, and immigration), and outsourced accounting and payroll. KSi Malta was particularly active in international business development, led by Dr Dennis Mark Gauci, who had managed the international client portfolio since 2008. The firm catered to industries such as fintech, telecommunications, energy, education, and manufacturing, often working with fast-growing, cross-border companies.
Market Position and Growth
KSi Malta built a strong reputation for cross-border expertise, attracting more than 300 international clients to Malta in the decade leading up to 2023. The firm maintained a balanced portfolio of 50% foreign and 50% local clients and demonstrated remarkable client retention even during economic headwinds in the early 2020s. Membership in the Morison Global network allowed client referrals across 74 countries.
Merger and Legacy
In August 2024, KSi Malta merged with CSA Group, another top Maltese firm, to form CLA Malta. This merger brought together 140 team members and combined capabilities in audit, advisory, tax, and outsourcing. CLA Malta became part of CLA Global, a network co-founded by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (USA) and Evelyn Partners (UK) in 2022. While the KSi Malta name has been phased out, its culture of trustworthiness, loyalty, and integrity, instilled by founder Joseph Gauci, continues through CLA Malta's operations.
Key Products
Audit & Assurance
Statutory audits, financial statement reviews, and compliance audits for local and international clients.
Tax Advisory
Corporate tax planning, personal tax, VAT, and cross-border tax structuring.
Legal Services
Corporate law, contract drafting, immigration and residency programmes, and regulatory advice.
Corporate Services
Company formation, secretarial services, and fiduciary administration.
Outsourcing
Accounting, payroll, and back-office support for international businesses operating in Malta.
Immigration Programmes
Guidance on Malta's residency and citizenship by investment programmes, including the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) and the Malta Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services.
Key Persons
- Joseph Gauci
Founder & Managing Partner
- Dr Dennis Mark Gauci
Partner (responsible for international clients since 2008)