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Advantages of VAT registration

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Advantages of VAT registration

Most small business find themselves wondering if registering for VAT is of any significance to their enterprises. VAT registration is important for businesses for many reasons. Registering for Value Added Tax (VAT) offers several advantages for businesses, regardless of their size or industry.

 Here are some key benefits!

  • Reclaiming VAT on Purchases

VAT-registered businesses can reclaim VAT paid on business-related purchases, effectively reducing operational costs. This is particularly beneficial for companies with significant expenses, as it improves cash flow and profitability.

  • Enhanced Business Credibility

Being VAT-registered can enhance a business’s credibility, making it appear more established and professional. This perception can attract larger clients and open doors to new business opportunities.

  • Competitive Advantage

VAT registration can make a business more competitive, especially when dealing with other VAT-registered companies. Clients may prefer working with VAT-registered businesses to reclaim VAT on their purchases, making a VAT registered company more attractive.

  • Improved Financial Management

The process of VAT registration requires maintaining detailed records of sales and purchases, which can lead to better financial management and more accurate accounting practices.

  • Access to New Markets

In some regions, being VAT-registered is a prerequisite for entering certain markets or bidding on specific contracts. Registration can thus open new avenues for business expansion.

  • Legal Compliance

For businesses exceeding the VAT threshold, registration is mandatory. Complying with VAT regulations helps avoid potential penalties and ensures adherence to tax laws. A compliant business has a potential to expand making it a strategic move for business growth and sustainability.

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PUBLIC NOTICE: SUBMISSION OF THE JANUARY 2025 PAYE RETURN THROUGH THE EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT MODULE

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The Zimbabwe Tax Authority has issued a public notice to advise all taxpayers and the public that the Employee Management Module has been introduced and will come into effect on the January 2025 PAYE Return. The new module gives a platform for registration of employees, declaration of earnings of the employees and auto filling of the PAYE Return.

Please take note of the following :
a) The Employee Management Module provides for registration of an entity’s employees and declaring their Earnings for automatic computation of tax by the system.
b) Each registered employee will be allocated a TIN and those already registered will retain their previously allocated TINs.
c) When registering an employee, one must declare marital status, whether blind or not, physical disabilities of the employee and their children and date of birth of the employee in order for the system to automatically grant applicable tax credits accruing to the employee.
d) Employers must register their employees individually under this module or register all their employees by use of an Employee Upload Function in this module.
e) Earnings can be captured per individual employee or employers can use the Employee Earnings Upload Function to enter all their employees’ earnings.
f) After generating earnings for all employees, PAYE and AIDS Levy due will autofill on the PAYE return under the Tax Returns Management module.
g) Other tax credits such as Medical Aid Contributions and Medical Expenses Credits will be captured by the employer when the employer declares the employee’s earnings.

Public Notice of 05 2025, issued on 03 February 2025


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Consequences of missing tax deadlines

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DID YOU KNOW?

Missing tax deadlines can lead to several consequences, including:

 

  • Penalties

 Late Payment Penalty: Failure to pay taxes by the deadline, may lead to additional penalties on the unpaid amount.

  • Increased Scrutiny

 Missing deadlines can raise red flags, potentially leading to more audits or scrutiny from tax authorities.

  • Impact on future filings

Consistently missing deadlines may affect one’s eligibility for certain tax benefits or credits in the future.

  • Legal consequences

   – In severe cases, failing to file taxes can lead to criminal charges, especially if the Tax Authority believes there is intent to evade taxes.

  • Stress and administrative burden

 Dealing with penalties, fines, and the need to catch up on paperwork can create significant stress and administrative work.

  • Difficulty obtaining loans or mortgages

   Lenders may look at your tax filing history. Missing deadlines might impact your creditworthiness or ability to secure loans.

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Post budget seminar 2025

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The risks of not reviewing a tax situation regularly

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At any given time, organisations are looking for ways to minimise their taxes to meet their financial goals. If a company does not review a tax situation, it may end up overpaying or underpaying taxes throughout the year, leading to cash flow issues or penalties.  Overpaying taxes may strain the organisation’s coffers, which could affect financial flexibility whilst underpaying may lead to interest charges.

Regular reviews can help identify inconsistencies or potential red flags that might trigger an audit. Therefore, failure to track deductions, income, and credits accurately could increase audit risks and errors in tax filings may go unnoticed. These mistakes can include incorrect income reporting, an overlook in deductions, or missed deadlines. Furthermore, tax laws and regulations change regularly, and failing to review tax situation can leave a business unprepared for these changes.

Finally, it is important to note that lack of regular tax reviews means a company may miss out on advanced tax-planning opportunities, such as tax-loss harvesting, tax-efficient investing, or the timing of income and deductions.

Companies need to understand that regularly reviewing a tax situation is essential to managing finances, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and minimizing the risk of overpaying or facing penalties. A tax health check at least annually, or even quarterly for businesses, can help prevent these risks and ensure the organisation is on the right track.

A tax health check will help review your tax situation to ensure compliance and optimise strategies, let your personalised tax services provider be your partner!

Do not wait until its too late, remember early is on time!

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Implication of artificial intelligence on the tax industry

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Implication of artificial intelligence on the taxation landscape

The advent of artificial intelligence has made dramatical changes in the economic, technological, legal and regulatory arena. Organisational functions have incorporated AI tools in their operations to increase efficiency. The compliance and finance sectors have not been spared in these recent developments. The new and emerging technologies can be credited with reducing the administrative burden on tax authorities, improve compliance monitoring, enhanced risk assessment and improved on accuracy among other benefits. This article will shed light on how AI has impacted on the tax industry.

The administrative burden has greatly been reduced through the automation and streamlining of the tax collection process potentially increasing compliance rates. It is no longer a tedious and boring process on the part of the Tax Authorities with the digitisation and adoption of artificial intelligence tools. Information is now readily available for them and interactive platforms through virtual assistants and chat bots enable them to seek information as and when they require.

 AI can help tax authorities detect errors or discrepancies more effectively, reducing the likelihood of tax evasion or fraud. AI has proven to be highly effective in detecting errors in tax returns through automated data validation procedures and scalability. AI algorithms can also analyse vast amounts of data to identify patterns and anomalies that may indicate errors. In addition, machine learning models are also incorporated to analyse mistakes, miscalculations or incorrect deductions improving on the overall efficiency of the tax system

AI can be used to monitor compliance with tax laws and regulations in real-time, enabling tax authorities to quickly identify and address any potential issues. AI can play a significant role in monitoring compliance across various sectors by automating processes, analysing data, and providing insights that enhance adherence to regulations. In data analysis and reporting AI can analyse large volumes of data quickly and accurately, identifying patterns and anomalies that may indicate compliance issues. Machine learning algorithms can continuously learn from data, improving their detection capabilities over time.

On the other hand, the use of AI has raised prominence in privacy concerns. Tax authorities collect and analyse personal data to effectively enforce tax laws. Filing of taxes involves sharing confidential information by companies and it is important for tax authorities to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect taxpayer privacy.

Artificial intelligence will continue to impact the future of business operations. The tax industry will be altered in revolutionising ways. As a business it is important to take advantage of the technological advantage and leverage operations to improve efficiency.

Make a date with us on our next article on Tax Insights, we are your reliable tax partner and our goal is to inform, educate and empower our existing and potential clients.

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How a garnishee order affects your company

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Garnishee orders do not only affect an organisation financially but also result in operational challenges. They can also cause adverse effects on a company’s day-to-day operations, especially if the company is dealing with multiple garnishments. In case of employee’s wages being garnished, the company may need to set aside time and resources to process the garnishment, impacting HR and payroll functions, a process which may distract management from their core business activities. Furthermore, when the company is directed to release funds from its bank accounts or other financial assets, it may find it difficult to access the funds needed for operational purposes, such as paying suppliers or contractors.

Garnishee orders have a tremendous bearing on employee relationship and morale. It has been noted that employee motivation remains one of the certain ways of boosting productivity. Garnishee orders can complicate a situation as inaccessibility of funds may result in the organisation failing to pay its employees’ wages on time thus straining the relationship. In addition, when the company’s assets are attached for failing to meet their regulatory obligations, the negativity has a rippling effect. While the image of the organisation will be tainted in the public sphere, the employee’s morale will be diminished.

Another issue created when the company’s assets are attached is an administration problem. The company is responsible for ensuring that the process is handled correctly, this includes monitoring the garnishment. The company must track and manage garnishments over time, ensuring that the correct amount is withheld and paid to the creditor. The company must be aware of and comply with the jurisdiction’s laws regarding garnishment and the administration department is responsible for ensuring that the company remains within the legal and regulatory confines.

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How a garnishee order can affect your company

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There has been a growing consciousness in compliance management around the globe due to the realisation of the impactful nature it has on the overall performance of an organisation. One of the main reasons why companies should ensure that their compliance obligations are fulfilled is the need to avoid worst consequential scenarios such as penalties and legal actions from being instituted against them. The Tax Administrators can take legal routes to recover revenue from non-compliant companies, one such pathway is a garnishee order. This write up seek to understand the meaning of garnishee orders and how they impact an organisation.

What are garnishee orders?

A garnishee order is an instruction to your bank by the Tax Administrators to transfer any funds directly from your account to the Tax Authority to settle the tax debt. This means that if you have outstanding taxes the Tax administrators can bypass you and retrieve the funds straight from your bank. This is used as the last resort in revenue collection, it can create operational, financial, and legal challenges for the company. A garnishee order affects the company financially, operationally and legally.

When a company is ordered to garnish the wages of one of its employees or to freeze a bank account in which it holds the debtor’s funds, it may face several financial consequences which include cash flow and liquidity issues. A company with limited cash flow, being required to withhold or release funds to satisfy a garnishee order can affect its immediate liquidity. For example, if the garnishee order targets bank accounts, the company may need to freeze a portion of the debtor’s funds, which can disrupt the company’s ability to access or use that money for its own operational needs.

The financial negative implications can be because of legal liabilities for non-compliance which have devastating effects on the organisation’s cost management system. Failure to comply with a garnishee order can expose the company to legal risks. If the company does not withhold or transfer the specified funds in accordance with the order, it may face consequences such as contempt of court. The company could be held in contempt of court and face penalties, including fines or other sanctions.  In some cases, if the company fails to comply, it may become liable for the full debt if the debtor’s funds cannot be recovered through the garnishee process.

To be continued…………………………………………..

There are several ways that a company can be adversely affected by garnishee orders, join us in our next article as we share more on the topic.

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The role of Tax Advisors

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Tax advisors, also referred as tax consultants or tax professionals, play a significant role in helping individuals and businesses navigate the intricacies of tax laws and regulations. They play an expert role in the compliance field as it is with other professionals in different spheres of influence. Their main responsibility is to ensure that clients comply with tax laws while minimising their tax liabilities.

Tax Planning

Tax advisors help clients create effective tax strategies to minimise tax liabilities for current and future years. This involves examining financial situations, identifying deductions and credits, and advising on investment strategies. Tax advisors often assist with estate planning, helping clients structure their estates to minimise estate taxes and ensuring that their wishes are carried out efficiently upon their passing.

Compliance

 They assist clients in preparing and filing tax returns accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with the country’s tax laws. This includes providing guidance on reporting income, deductions, and credits.  Tax advisors also represent clients in case of audits and provide necessary documentation and expertise to resolve issues effectively.

Risk Management

Tax advisors assess risks associated with tax issues, helping clients avoid penalties and interest due to non-compliance. They identify potential red flags in tax reporting and recommend corrective measures through conducting tax health checks.  They stay updated on current tax laws, regulations, and changes to tax policies to ensure that they provide accurate advice and strategies to their clients. In this regard tax professionals never stop learning as they must keep abreast with changes in the environment to be effective.

Education and Training

Tax consultants organise educative workshops, seminars, or one-on-one sessions to clients about tax-related topics, ensuring that clients understand their obligations and opportunities. They also offer guidance on operational decisions, financial structuring, and compliance to improve overall financial health and tax efficiency.

Tax advisors are crucial in navigating the intricate tax landscape and helping clients make informed financial decisions while adhering to all regulatory requirements. Their expertise can significantly impact a client’s financial well-being and ensure that they capitalize on all available tax benefits.

Our advisory services provide guidance and support in maximising revenue through implementation of effective tax strategies and risk management.

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Tax compliance in the digital age

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Tax compliance in the digital era

Tax compliance in the digital age refers to how individuals and businesses adhere to tax regulations and obligations in a landscape increasingly influenced by digital technology. There are positive and negative changes that come with operating in the digital context. These include tools such as the digital platforms and e-commerce, automated tax reporting, data analytics and remote work and telecommuting.

Digital Platforms and E-commerce

Digital platforms can provide taxpayers with easier access to tax information, forms, and filing systems, improving compliance rates. Many tax authorities offer online portals for filing, payment, and communication, making it more convenient for businesses and individuals to meet their obligations. On the other hand, the rise of e-commerce and digital services has created complications in tax compliance on value-added tax (VAT). Different jurisdictions have varying rules about taxing digital goods and services. Many jurisdictions have enacted laws requiring online marketplaces to collect and remit sales tax on behalf of third-party sellers, making compliance easier for some businesses but complicating it for others.

Automated Tax Reporting:

Tax compliance software and accounting tools have become essential for automating calculations, record-keeping, and reporting, reducing human error and saving time. Digital invoicing systems streamline the process of issuing invoices and collecting payments, and some countries now require e-invoicing to enhance compliance and reduce tax evasion.

Data Analytics and AI:

 Data analytics can help tax authorities identify non-compliance and ensure fair collection. Companies can also leverage analytics to optimize their tax strategies. AI and Machine Learning technologies can help in detecting patterns of non-compliance and automate processes associated with tax preparation and reporting.

Remote Work and Telecommuting:

State and Local Tax Implications: The increase in remote work raises questions about nexus and the tax obligations that arise from employees working from different locations. Compliance Challenges for Employers: Businesses must navigate varying tax laws based on the employees’ location, which can complicate payroll and corporate tax compliance.

Tax compliance in the digital age presents both challenges and opportunities. Businesses must invest in technology and training to stay compliant while navigating a complex and evolving landscape. Collaboration between businesses, tax authorities, and technology providers is essential to create a transparent, efficient, and fair tax compliance ecosystem.

The tax system is ever evolving, We are committed to providing our clients with valuable information and insights on the subject of compliance.

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