This 1 day course is a comprehensive interactive training course designed for people who are responsible for any aspect of a company’s VAT obligations. It is ideal for those who have never undergone a structured VAT training course, or for those who wish to undergo a comprehensive VAT refresher course. The course will dispel many of the common myths and misunderstandings which arise in relation to the Irish VAT System. This course is designed to cover the most important principles of the operation of the Irish VAT System and it is suitable for staff of all levels, who wish to gain a thorough understanding of these essential principles. The course includes a comprehensive question and answer session and practical exercises for participants. Delegates are entitled to a follow up telephone support for a period of 30 days and they will each receive comprehensive course notes which will serve as an invaluable reference document..

Who should attend this course?

• Finance managers, accountants, accounts staff and staff members with responsibility for the financial and leglisative obligations of their organisation.
• Anyone who wishes to be pro-active in their approach to legislative and financial compliance and anyone who wishes to undergo a refresher course in the operation of the Irish VAT System. IPASS is the leading provider of VAT training courses in Ireland.

Topics Covered on the Day:

• Introduction to the recent VAT Changes
• VAT on Hire Purchase and Leasing
• Amount on which VAT is chargeable
• VAT on Construction Services and the reverse charge
• VAT on services from abroad – the new rules from January 2010
• VAT chargeable on goods and services supplied to foreign customers
• When is VAT chargeable in respect of services received from abroad?
• When is foreign VAT correctly chargeable?
• When does the Irish customer have to self account for Irish VAT?
• When does the foreign supplier have to register for and charge Irish VAT?
• What are the customer’s obligations when the supplier does not apply VAT correctly?
• How to determine the correct rate of VAT?
• The new rules for reclaiming foreign VAT
• New VIES reporting requirements for Irish VAT registered companies

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• An opportunity to put your questions to a taxation consultant who specialises in this area
• Small groups to allow time for individual attention and queries
• A detailed handout is supplied to each delegate - an invaluable reference document
• Book now as places are strictly limited
• This course will pay for itself many times over
• 30 day free telephone helpline service following date of course

CPD/CPE Hours

Attendance at this seminar may qualify for 7 CPD/CPE hours for members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in ireland, the Irish Taxation Institute, the Law Society and the Institute of Accounting Technicians in ireland and other professional bodies.

Timetable

Courses run from 10.00am - 4.30pm - tea/coffee on arrival. mid-morning & mid-afternoon and lunch will be provided

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Course Fees:

(Additional 10% discount applies for IPASS Members)