Paweł Cabaj
Head of Business Development
Entrepreneurs conducting business activity in Poland and EU countries must deal with complex tax regulations on a daily basis. Tax advisory services in the area of VAT are the ideal solution for entities that are required to settle the tax on goods and services in Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia and Hungary. KR Group support allows entrepreneurs to focus on business development, while VAT obligations remain in the hands of experts.
Tax advisory in the area of VAT – for whom?
The tax advisory service is aimed at all business entities that value ongoing support for their business from experienced specialists, tax advisors, legal advisors and attorneys. We provide support both to foreign companies with a registered office in the European Union and to companies from outside the Community.
Cooperation with KR Group means the certainty of professional support in the area of tax advisory, which integrates with the company’s other services, ensuring tax security and enabling the achievement of business goals.
Tax advisory in the area of VAT at KR Group
KR Group is distinguished above all by an individual, partnership approach to each client and a multi-faceted analysis of the business situation. Our tax advisors focus on understanding the specifics of the company, its strategic goals and operational challenges. We have extensive experience in supporting clients from sectors including: retail, automotive, real estate and others. Our support allows entrepreneurs to focus on business development, while VAT obligations remain in the hands of experts.
Thanks to close cooperation with the accounting team and HR and payroll team we provide a consistent and comprehensive approach to financial management, which allows for better cost control, process improvement and faster response to changing tax regulations in Poland and in the European Union.
Tax advisory in the area of VAT – KR Group offer
- Ongoing tax advisory in the area of the tax on goods and services.
- Analysis of the company structure in the context of VAT obligations.
- Identification and determination of tax obligations in Poland and in Central and Eastern European countries, including the Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia and Hungary.
- Analysis of the applicable VAT rates for goods sold and services provided.
- Preparation of applications for individual rulings and binding rate information (WIS).
- Analysis of tax risks related to the company’s operations, in particular in the context of the fixed establishment for
- VAT purposes and the permanent establishment for CIT purposes.
- Development and implementation of tax procedures, including the due diligence procedure for VAT deduction.
- Preparation of procedures for settling corrective invoices in accordance with SLIM VAT regulations.
- Analysis and identification of the correct method for settling triangular transactions and chain transactions for VAT purposes.
- Advisory on the correct structuring of international transactions before their execution.
- Assessment of the tax consequences of transactions carried out between entities from different tax jurisdictions.
- Support in the area of VAT refunds, preparation of refund applications, support in the process of pursuing VAT refunds before tax authorities.
- Representation in contacts with tax administration in matters concerning VAT.
- Support during tax audits and VAT proceedings, including: analysis of VAT documentation and settlements before a tax audit, representation of the company during a tax audit or tax proceedings.
- Support in tax disputes concerning VAT settlements.
- Tax planning in the area of VAT, analysis of the tax consequences of planned transactions, recommendations on the optimal structure of VAT settlements.
- VAT advisory for e-commerce and international sales, analysis of VAT obligations in online sales in the EU.
- Identification of VAT registration obligations in other EU countries.
FAQ
VAT tax advisory – why choose KR Group?
Conducting business in Central and Eastern Europe is a particular challenge for foreign entrepreneurs unfamiliar with local law. By providing comprehensive services to several hundred clients per year, we face many complex cases, which is why we can say: “we have extensive experience in tax advisory in the area of the tax on goods and services”. We provide support both to foreign companies with a registered office in the European Union and to companies from outside the Community. Choosing professional tax advisory ensures appropriate tax cost planning, and also allows for proper protection against the tax authorities and potential tax disputes. The solutions we propose are tailored to the needs and specifics of the client’s industry.
What is VAT advisory and why is it important?
VAT advisory is professional support in the area of VAT settlements, which helps entrepreneurs conduct business in full compliance with tax law regulations. VAT advisory experts analyse domestic and international transactions, interpret changing regulations and minimise the risk of tax errors. Using VAT advisory allows companies to safely settle the tax on goods and services, optimise financial processes and focus on business development. Professional VAT support increases transaction certainty, facilitates financial planning and protects the company against administrative sanctions.
When is it worth using tax advisory in the area of VAT?
Tax advisory in the area of VAT at KR Group is particularly worth using when any doubts arise regarding the correct settlement of the tax on goods and services. Expert support is particularly helpful when carrying out more complex transactions, planning new investments or commencing cooperation with foreign counterparties. Professional VAT advisory at KR Group combined with comprehensive accounting services allows for full control over the company’s finances, improves the management of tax processes, reduces the risk of errors in settlements and also enables a better understanding of tax obligations. We also answer less complex/complicated ad-hoc questions in the form of a quick e-consultation.
Do KR Group experts support businesses during tax audits and VAT proceedings?
Yes, VAT experts at KR Group support businesses during tax audits and proceedings in the area of the tax on goods and services, providing full analysis of documentation and the correctness of settlements, supporting the preparation of explanations and representing the company before tax authorities.
Is VAT advisory needed for international transactions and trade in the European Union?
Yes, VAT advisory is key for international transactions and trade in the European Union. VAT regulations differ across member states and can generate tax risks. VAT specialists and tax advisors at KR Group help correctly settle cross-border transactions, identify registration obligations and apply the correct rates of the tax on goods and services.
What do VAT tax advisory services include?
VAT tax advisory services include the analysis of a company’s tax settlements, transactions, and tax obligations in Poland and selected Central and Eastern European countries. With KR Group’s support, clients reduce the risk of errors, improve the planning of their tax settlements, and gain greater certainty in their dealings with tax authorities. As a tax and accounting group, we provide not only VAT advisory services, but also VAT Compliance activities and support in the area of tax reliefs and incentives.
How does KR Group support companies in the area of VAT?
KR Group provides ongoing VAT advisory services, transaction analysis, and assessment of tax obligations in Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Hungary, as well as support in preparing applications for individual tax rulings or binding rate information. The team also supports clients with VAT refunds, tax audits, due diligence, and the implementation of tax procedures.
Is VAT advisory needed only for large companies?
No. VAT advisory services can be used both by large companies and by smaller entities that want to reduce the risk of errors in their tax settlements. VAT is a tax in which details matter — the type of transaction, documentation, place of supply, status of the counterparty, and scope of services provided. Even a single incorrectly settled transaction may lead to a dispute with the tax authorities.
