Tax Audit

What is a Tax Audit?

A Tax Audit is an official examination conducted by the FTA to ensure that a business is accurately reporting and paying its tax obligations. The FTA reviews a company’s financial records, tax filings, and compliance procedures to confirm the accuracy of tax returns and detect any non-compliance.

FTA may audit:

  • VAT Returns

  • Excise Tax Returns

  • Corporate Tax Returns

Tax-related documentation and transactions

Purpose of Tax Audit

The primary purpose of a tax audit is to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations by verifying the accuracy and completeness of a taxpayer’s financial records and tax returns. Key aspects of a tax audit include:

  1. Compliance Verification: Ensures that the taxpayer has accurately reported their income, deductions, and other tax-related information in accordance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
  2. Accuracy of Tax Returns: Examines financial records and tax returns to confirm that the amounts reported are correct and that all tax liabilities are appropriately calculated and paid.
  3. Document Examination: Involves a thorough review of financial statements, invoices, receipts, bank statements, and other relevant documents to support the information reported on tax returns.
  4. Identification of Discrepancies: Detects any discrepancies, errors, or inconsistencies in the tax returns or financial records that may lead to adjustments or penalties.
  5. Risk Assessment: Evaluates potential areas of risk or non-compliance, which may require additional scrutiny or corrective action.

When Can a Tax Audit Happen?

The FTA can conduct a tax audit at any time within the last 5 years (and up to 15 years in case of tax evasion). The audit may be announced or unannounced and usually includes a thorough review of your:

  • VAT and Excise invoices
  • Input and output tax records
  • Customs documents
  • Financial statements
  • Contracts and agreements
  • Tax payment proofs
  • Accounting ledgers and reports

Stay One Step Ahead of the FTA

Whether you’ve received an audit notification or want to be audit-ready, Hisab Accountants & Tax Consultants provides end-to-end tax audit support that keeps your business compliant and stress-free

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