Finance

This guide explains the regulatory framework of the Declaration of Trade in Goods (DEB), now split between the statistical survey (EMEBI) and the summary tax statement. It details the thresholds for mandatory entry and exit, the monthly schedule, and the procedures for electronic transmission via the customs portal in DTI and DTI+ (XML) formats.

This article analyzes the organizational structure of the modern company, from C-suite executives to line managers, highlighting the pivotal role of the project manager. Faced with the complexity of transformations and the challenges of agility, it emphasizes the importance of clearly defined responsibilities to effectively navigate between governance, technical requirements, and the human factor.

This guide details the legal obligations of the 2026 reform in France, from issuing to receiving invoices. It analyzes the criteria for choosing a Partner Electronic Invoicing Platform (PDP) and presents solutions compatible with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to automate your processes, ensure your tax compliance, and successfully complete your digital transformation.

Discover the mechanisms of the bill of exchange: from its medieval origins to the current standard ISO 20022 This article details how discounting and collection work, compares practices in the UK and Italy, and specifies the accounting entries. A technical overview is provided regarding the transition from EBICS to structured XML for the 2026 deadline. A comprehensive guide for financial and IT professionals.

A shareholder's current account is a loan granted to the company, stabilizing cash flow through a blocking clause (quasi-equity). In a group (holding company), a cash pooling agreement allows for tax optimization of interest payments between subsidiaries (France, UK, Italy). Its management requires rigorous accounting practices (French GAAP, FRS 102, OIC) to avoid any risk of reclassification as misuse of company assets.

Mastering the cut-off is crucial for a true and fair view of the balance sheet. This mechanism separates actual performance from cash flow by allocating each expense and revenue to its corresponding accounting period. In France, the UK, and Italy, managing accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, and VAT adjustments secures the result. For consultants, it's a guarantee of rigor, ensuring reliable financial analysis free from tax risks.

Inventory valuation is a trade-off between balance sheet image and cash health. Choosing a method (FIFO, Average, Standard) directly impacts taxes and cash flow. Business Central automates these flows, but the strategy is human: should you appear wealthy or preserve cash to reinvest? The key lies in finding the right balance between theoretical profit and real liquidity.