Overview

Participants delved into important updates and insights, such as the requirements for IT3 submissions, multi-factor authentication issues with SARS, and the implications of auto-registration by SARS. Real-life income tax queries were discussed, including complications with company year-ends, foreign tax obligations, and residency rules.

The session also covered VAT documentation, zero-rated items, and the process for claiming interest on late VAT refunds. Additionally, attendees explored PAYE issues, particularly for personal service providers, and the requirements for UIF and SDL registrations.

Administrative queries included the process for IT88 withholdings, the submission of supporting documents, and handling delays in SARS appointments. The webinar also addressed the transfer of tax profiles between accountants and the registration process for representatives.

Webinar Content

In the May TaxCafé, we discussed the following:

• Import VAT - When and how it could be claimed
• Prescription and getting assessments changed
• Incorrect statements of account
• Turnover tax and CC's - how to do the tax returns
• Provisional Tax Concerns - Resident employees with non-resident employers
• VAT on intercompany recharges
• Quick Note on IT3(t)
• Quick reminder of tax consequences post emigration
• Provisional tax and basic amount
• SDL, UIF, and PAYE for sole proprietors

Competencies Developed in this Webinar

After attending this discussion forum webinar, participants were:

• Informed about the best solutions to resolve current taxpayer issues.
• Competent to efficiently and proactively resolve current issues experienced in their practice.
• Able to guide their staff to effectively assist/support clients with their systemic tax issues.
• Informed about available resources to resolve taxpayer issues.
• Guided on where to find guides and FAQs on SARS-related concerns.

Presenter

Carmen Westermeyer

BCom(Honours Accounting) [UND] CA(SA)

Carmen Westermeyer graduated in 2001 from the University of Natal, Durban (now UKZN), with a BCom Honours degree in Accounting and completed her articles with PwC, where she remained until 2006. She has been a member of SAICA since then.

In 2008, she started her academic career at UKZN, where she performed a number of functions, taking on the role of Academic Leader for Taxation. On leaving academia in 2013, Carmen has been providing training and consulting services to the profession. She has presented on behalf of various professional bodies, such as SAICA, FASSET, CSSA as well as providing in-house training to numerous accounting firms. The topics covered include all aspects of income tax, VAT, estate duty as well as the health levy (sugar tax). In addition, she regularly consults on tax matters as well as assisting with SARS disputes.

She is also the Chair of the SAICA Eastern Region Tax Committee, a member of the SAICA National Tax Operations Committee and is an Accounting Member of the Tax Court.

CPD

Attending this webinar and the successful completion of the online assessment will secure a certificate of completion for 2 hours of Tax CPD.

Event Investment

Free for Tax Technicians, Tax Practitioner, Tax Accountant CPD subscribers and Practice Packages. Not a CPD subscriber yet? Click here to register now.

• Regular price:  R460.00
• Special rate for SAIT members:  R368.00
• Group booking discounts available when you register for a group.

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