General Consumption Tax -Jamaica
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Crowe Horwath Jamaica In the course of assisting businesses in dealing with the Tax Administration of Jamaica (TAJ) and addressing their GCT concerns, we have come across errors which expose them to penalties as well as opportunities for GCT savings. We believe that effective management of GCT is crucial to business success. The key considerations include: n Minimising your risk of errors and reducing the level of invasiveness of TAJ audits by ensuring that your GCT processes and procedures are operating effectively n Reporting your GCT returns timely and accurately n Identifying appropriate training for personnel handling GCT issues n Structuring supplies, purchases, invoicing and payments to optimize cash flow n Assessing the GCT implications of all transactions at an early stage and ensuring contracts include terms from a GCT perspective n Identifying and assessing the GCT impact of any planned or recent changes to your organisation’s business activities We offer assistance to businesses in dealing with the above considerations throughout their business lifecycle as outlined below. For Newly Set Up Businesses GCT Compliance We would be able to assist you in reviewing your GCT registration requirements, including the preparation and submission of GCT forms. Services include applications for GCT registrations, pre-registration input tax claims, GCT group or divisional registrations, as well as filing of GCT returns on an on-going basis. Transaction Advisory GCT is a transaction based tax. It is imperative to get the GCT treatment right at the start. We have extensive experience in rendering GCT advice on a wide range of issues and drafting requests to TAJ, including GCT issues in relation to: n International services n Inter-company transactions n Imports and exports n E-commerce n Transfer of business as a going concern n Real estate transactions n Company restructuring n Closure of business Major Exporter Scheme (MES)/Import GCT Deferment Scheme (IGDS) Essentially, the above schemes assist businesses to suspend GCT that would otherwise be payable on the importation of goods into Jamaica, thereby providing a cash flow advantage to your business. We will assess your eligibility for the MES, IGDS and other schemes applicable to you, and to assist in applying for the relevant schemes. General Consumption Tax (GCT) Timely solutions that create lasting value.
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Crowe Horwath Jamaica
In the course of assisting businesses in dealing with the Tax Administration of Jamaica (TAJ) and addressing their GCT concerns, we have come across errors which expose them to penalties as well as opportunities for GCT savings.
We believe that effective management of GCT is crucial to business success. The key considerations include:
n Minimising your risk of errors and reducing the level of invasiveness of TAJ audits by ensuring that your GCT processes and procedures are operating effectively
n Reporting your GCT returns timely and accuratelyn Identifying appropriate training for
personnel handling GCT issuesn Structuring supplies, purchases, invoicing and payments to optimize
cash flown Assessing the GCT implications of
all transactions at an early stage and ensuring contracts include terms from a GCT perspective
n Identifying and assessing the GCT impact of any planned or recent changes to your organisation’s business activities
We offer assistance to businesses in dealing with the above considerations throughout their business lifecycle as outlined below.
For Newly Set Up Businesses
GCT ComplianceWe would be able to assist you in reviewing your GCT registration requirements, including the preparation and submission of GCT forms. Services include applications for GCT registrations, pre-registration input tax claims, GCT group or divisional registrations, as well as filing of GCT returns on an on-going basis.
Transaction AdvisoryGCT is a transaction based tax. It is imperative to get the GCT treatment right at the start. We have extensive experience in rendering GCT advice on a wide range of issues and drafting requests to TAJ, including GCT issues in relation to:n International servicesn Inter-company transactionsn Imports and exports n E-commercen Transfer of business as a going concernn Real estate transactionsn Company restructuringn Closure of business
Major Exporter Scheme (MES)/Import GCT Deferment Scheme (IGDS)Essentially, the above schemes assist businesses to suspend GCT that would otherwise be payable on the importation of goods into Jamaica, thereby providing a cash flow advantage to your business. We will assess your eligibility for the MES, IGDS and other schemes applicable to you, and to assist in applying for the relevant schemes.
General Consumption Tax (GCT)Timely solutions that create lasting value.
Crowe Horwath Jamaica
Contact InformationUnit 34, Winchester Business Centre 15 Hope Road, Kingston 10Jamaicatel 1876-9084007fax 1876-7540380
Dawkins BrownManaging [email protected]
For general enquiries, email us: [email protected]:www.crowehorwath.com.jm
www.crowehorwath.com.jm Crowe Horwath Jamaica is a member of Crowe Horwath International, a Swiss verein (Crowe Horwath). Each member firm of Crowe Horwath is a separate and independent legal entity. Crowe Horwath Jamaica and its affiliates are not responsible or liable for any acts or omissions of Crowe Horwath or any other member of Crowe Horwath and specifically disclaim any and all responsibility or liability for acts or omissions of Crowe Horwath or any other Crowe Horwath member. © 2016 Crowe Horwath Jamaica
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For Existing GCT-registered Businesses
GCT AuditsIf you have received a query letter/call from TAJ, we will work with you to understand the issues and advise on the appropriate action steps based on our experience in handling similar issues, e.g. drafting suitable replies and assisting you in meetings and negotiations with TAJ.
GCT Health ChecksFor businesses that are GCT registered for more than a year, our GCT health check is a voluntary GCT review using the TAJ Assisted Self-Help Kit (ASK) methodology. It is an effective and efficient tool providing a holistic view of your accounting system used for GCT reporting, GCT knowledge of the staff charged with GCT compliance, document retention policies and procedures to identify your GCT risks and opportunities. GCT health checks may be completed within 2 to 3 months.
Tax Compliance Assurance Programme
Customised GCT TrainingsEvery industry is unique, with different activities and GCT issues. Our customised GCT Trainings speed up the learning curve by explaining GCT concepts, common issues and errors, giving you a firm foundation to handle the GCT matters unique to your business.
Renewal of Various GCT Special SchemeThe application for renewal of GST special schemes such as MES, IGDS and ACAP require the involvement of an experience tax professional . We will be able to offer our assistance in your application for renewal of the GCT special scheme.
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