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Using artificial intelligence to simplify VAT reclaim

11 May 2021 / Rachel van der Merwe
Issue: 4791 / Categories: Comment & Analysis
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Key points

  • Approximately 54% of businesses are not claiming back VAT to which they are entitled.
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning can help simplify the VAT reclaim system.
  • Covid-related tax relief led to changing VAT rates that are more complex.
  • Manual expense and invoice management can lead to human error.
  • Digital platforms reduce the risk of non-compliance and help calculate reclaimable VAT.
  • From 1 April 2021 British companies claiming VAT in EU countries will have to apply the standard procedures for each of the countries they want to reclaim VAT from.

The start of a new financial year is an important time for finance departments in the UK. It is a time to look at the current health of a business and how it matches against forecasted revenue. This step is more important than ever this year as businesses start to prepare for a post-Covid era.

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