Amsterdam Roundtable : Join PwC, dsm-firmenich, Meridian and your VAT peers to discuss your Digital Tax Transformation Strategy. THIS EVENT IS NOW FINISHED. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT OUR NEXT ROUNDTABLE

Meridian Tax Roundtable Amsterdam

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Join PwC, dsm-firmenich, Meridian and your VAT peers to discuss your Digital Tax Transformation Strategy

Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam 21 MARCH, 2024

Join PwC, dsm-firmenich, Meridian and your VAT Peers to discuss and gain insights into how the SAP technology and tax regulatory environments are changing rapidly. We will discuss topics such as S/4 HANA migration, SAP BTP Cloud platform, transition to e-invoicing, SII, and SAF-T reporting requirements.

From previous year’s events some of the most beneficial insights came from the exchanges between our previous speakers and attendees, that included: BASF, Electrolux, Jaguar Land Rover, Pladis Global, Nilfisk, Buehler, Smith & Nephew, UCB Biosciences, and many more..

Meridian tax & technology experts will demonstrate the importance of quality SAP tax data to enable the system to function efficiently and an overview of the current and future developments of e- invoicing (pre/post clearance models) together with real time reporting requirements.

We will be joined by Ron Sperling, Partner Indirect Tax Technology and Compliance at PwC who will discuss the importance of correct underlying data in SAP for VAT determination. Fabienne Bijsmans and Ferhan Ersen of dsm-firmenich, will present AP Automation – How dsm-firmenich are using Meridian for correct VAT determination in multiple SAP instances. Nazar Zaidi from Meridian will also outline how to build a business case for tax transformation.

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What are the current challenges facing SAP managers and tax departments? We welcome you as we set the scene to discuss this exciting and challenging topic. We will quickly introduce ourselves and outline what we would like to get out of the day.

Speakers:

    An overview of the current and future developments of the increased use of e- invoicing (pre/post clearance models) together with real time reporting requirements.

    How the acceleration of e invoicing/real time reporting in the various EU member states interacts with the VIDA proposals or doesn’t.

    The challenges facing the tax function in adapting to these changes and the increased importance of the role data integrity plays in all aspects of the VAT compliance processes starting from VAT determination right through to real time reporting/filing of the VAT returns.

    Speakers:

    PwC will discuss the importance of data quality, the limitations of SAP for tax determination and the use of a tax engine/add-on.

    Speakers:

    dsm-firmenich is a a purpose-led science-based global company specializing in solutions for human and animal health and nutrition. . dsm-firmenich will join us today to discuss AP Automation - How DSM are using Meridian for correct VAT determination in multiple SAP instances

    Speakers:

    Nazar Zaidi from Meridian discusses building the business case for your SAP tax transformation strategy.

    Speakers:

    Meridian product Directors Eoghan Rogers and Nazar Zaidi provide live demonstrations of how you can solve some of the most complex VAT determination scenarios you have to deal with everyday.

    Update on the latest functional releases from Meridian

    Speakers:

    We invite you to join us on a tour of the Allianz Arena. Get a background on the stadium and go behind the scenes.

    Ferhan Ersen
    Indirect Tax Specialist
    dsm-firmenich
    Experienced Senior Tax Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the biotechnology industry. Skilled in Value-Added Tax (VAT), Transfer Pricing and ERP and with a special interest in standardization and automation.
    Fabienne Bijsmans 
    Head of Indirect Tax
    dsm-firmenich
    Head of Indirect Tax at dsm-firmenich
    Ron Sperling
    Partner Indirect Tax Technology and Compliance
    PwC
    Ron Sperling joined PwC from the corporate world. Together with his department, he advises companies on how to convert tax issues into ICT systems. 
    Michelle Lang
    Director of VAT Consulting
    Meridian
    Michelle Lang is a Director of Consulting with Meridian Global Services and is based in our Dublin office. Michelle provides support and VAT advice on issues relating to Meridian clients operating in multiple EU jurisdictions.
    Eoghan Rogers
    Product Director BTP
    Meridian
    Eoghan is a European VAT expert with experience of working in Global client companies, and dealing with all areas of compliance, process, tax strategy, supply chain management and IT configuration.
    Nazar Zaidi
    Product Director
    Meridian
    Nazar is an experienced VAT professional with a strong focus on tax technology solutions. He has worked with global businesses to ensure that their VAT determination and reporting within SAP is compliant and automated.
    Derek O’Brien
    Chief Operations Officer
    Meridian
    As the Chief Operations Officer of Tax Technology at Meridian Global Services, Derek leads the development and execution of global business operations and partnerships strategy.

    The dress code for this event is casual. We want you to be relaxed and enjoy the day!

    Metro or train
    Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA
    TRAIN: The train is the quickest way to get to Bijlmer ArenA from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport taking only 13-14 minutes. Intercity trains run up to 4x hourly with final destination Nijmegen or Venlo.

    METRO: There is a direct metro service (line 54) from Amsterdam Central metro station to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA. The metro runs more frequently than the train and the trip also takes 16 minutes. 

    Car and Parking

    Amsterdam Bijlmer-ArenA by Car
    Amsterdam Bijlmer-ArenA is easily reached by road being close to the A2 and A9 motorways.

    There is a Park and Ride (P+R) car park at ArenA with spaces for 500 cars. The address is Burg. Stramanweg 130, 1101 EP Amsterdam. 

    Unfortunately there is no stadium tour for thr Amsterdam event

    Yes indeed. Let us know if you have an specific dietary requirements and we will be sure to meet them.

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