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All-round VAT support by experienced VAT consultants

VATsquare is an independent boutique firm offering VAT advice, VAT compliance and digital support on VAT related processes (SAP, e-invoicing, automation of documents, VAT tools…). We focus exclusively on VAT which guarantees high quality and experience at competitive fees.

Our team of around 30 professionals consists of almost all ex-Big 4 and law firm experienced and dedicated consultants with a minimum of 5-years’ experience in VAT. This ambitious team guarantees a fast and hands-on approach, based on committed collaboration.

We are based in Belgium and work with carefully selected partners for VAT and GST in almost all countries around the globe.

This allows us to offer worldwide support via a highly appreciated “single point of contact” approach with the best of market specialists in different countries.

Our “added value”

Our team consists of experienced and dedicated VAT consultants with a minimum of 5 years experience who are fluent in English, Dutch and French.
Our approach is hands on. We know the buzz words, but explain the issues in understandable language.
Our experienced consultants can put their finger on the problems, and formulate practical solutions.
Our unique link with our affiliate “Customs Square” makes that we can provide integrated customs advice, which has proven to be a real differentiator in the market.
We work with experienced and knowledgeable VAT and GST advisors around the globe. Our independent status allows us to select the best in their field to support us and our clients.
We are not a ”figures factory” but interpret the figures that are reported in the VAT returns. We perform reconciliations, and ask questions in case flows are not consistent with the supply-chain structure.
We have a dedicated team with a technology background to stay on top of the evolutions in the digital economy such as real time reporting, e-invoicing and SAP.

Expertise
and Practical Support

Our VAT experts have been the go-to resource for numerous (internal and external) accountants, advisors, businesses, non-profit and public institutions for years.

Our Services

Belgian VAT advice
VAT and Sales Tax advice for almost any other country (via a selected network of VAT and GST advisors worldwide)
VAT registrations and VAT compliance in Belgium
VAT registrations and VAT compliance in other countries (via a selected network of VAT and GST advisors worldwide)
SAP VAT set-up, migration and review
Assistance with e-invoicing, digital reporting,.. (a.o. software selection, project management for implementation,..)
Drafting of VAT decision tables in Excel or in the form of a web-based automated tool (to assist AP and finance departments)
In-house VAT trainings and workshops (online or on-site)
VAT reviews/data-analytics to identify potential risks and opportunities
Assistance with VAT audits and preparation of objections or requests for reduction/waiver of fines
Regularizations of the past
Application for rulings
…

In-house Workshops & Training (online or on-site)

At VATsquare, we are renowned for our warm service and pragmatic approach. If your job involves dealing with VAT, and you would like to deepen your understanding, our seminars and workshops will undoubtedly provide the practical insights you need. Many of our colleagues are also instructors at schools, universities, and other educational institutions.

Explore our training sessions

What clients
think about us

Peter Roggeman

CEO Eurikas

We are a small company but we operate international so we were searching a VAT advisor with international experience against an honest price. We found that with Vatsquare. Vatsquare supports our organization with multiple VAT obligations in several countries and operates in close cooperation with our external accountant. It feels like having our own in-house VAT expert. Vatsquare explains complex VAT rules in understandable language. Follow up is excellent and always friendly.
Michel Van Den Meersschaut

Bestuurder GM Construct

The complex rules regarding the new VAT measure “Demolition and Reconstruction” forced us to call on the services of Vatsquare. Their professional and crystal-clear advice and accurate follow-up undeniably added value to our customer-oriented services (a win-win relationship, so to speak). Even the organization of effective webinars for the end customer was particularly appreciated! An ideal partner in many facets that is worth recommending!
Filip Houttekiet

International Tax Director Greenyard

As market leader in fresh, frozen and prepared fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers, we must often deal with complex international VAT issues. Vatsquare is the perfect partner for us to support and guide us in a professional manner. They have an extensive international network and think with us to find practical and correct solutions for democratic prices. We greatly appreciate their ability to translate complex VAT issues into understandable language and their hands-on approach.
Heidi Janssens

Financieel directeur Desco

Desco is a Belgian family owned company with a turnover of EUR 280 million. VAT questions come up regularly and deserve the necessary attention. We rely on Vatsquare for this purpose. Complex issues such as the start-up of a VAT unit, restructuring, intra-Community supplies, etc. are explained in a clear and professional manner. Our cooperation is very professional and pleasant for a number of years now.
Bertrand Mekeirel

CEO BHM Steel

Since we needed VAT expertise related to international trade our accountant introduced Vatsquare. With Vatsquare we found in-depth VAT expertise, professionalism and efficiency. Also a personal approach is guaranteed. We are convinced that companies need experts in several domains. Especially, for the complex VAT legislation this is absolutely an added value.
Nick Cornille

COO Europe Fully

We rely on Vatsquare for the complex rules regarding foreign VAT registrations and VAT compliance. Vatsquare closely follows up all requirements and deadlines and communicates directly with our external accountant. In the near future, big changes are ahead regarding EU VAT registration and compliance obligations. We trust on the expertise en knowledge of Vatsquare to guide us in this respect. This allows us to focus on our core business. Vatsquare is a partner you can trust and a reliable partner for all your VAT obligations across the EU.