An investigation uncovered a tax intermediary who constructed a ‘shortcut’ scheme designed to help clients evade taxes while simultaneously exploiting loopholes for personal gain. The intermediary, associated with Yigang City Li Da Accounting Service Co., Ltd., facilitated the creation of false invoices and undocumented transactions to reduce taxable amounts for its clients. However, the same practices that enabled client tax avoidance also exposed the intermediary to administrative liability, culminating in substantial fines and a public censure. This outcome demonstrates that facilitating tax evasion does not shield the intermediary from consequence; rather, it places them directly under regulatory scrutiny. The crackdown emphasizes the dual risk faced by intermediaries who engage in illicit facilitation and the broader intent to eradicate systemic tax evasion. By penalizing the intermediary, the authorities reinforce the principle that participation in illegal tax schemes carries severe penalties, regardless of whether the ultimate beneficiary is the client or the facilitator.