This user guide describes the functions and processes in the GlobalTaxCenter (GTC). GTC is the most extensive part of the AMANA tax portal, which also includes a tax accounting module / E-Bilanz (SmartTaxBalance; STB) and a VAT module (VAT@GTC). These modules are connected to the GTC via direct interfaces. Their functionality is documented separately and not included in this manual.
The GTC is a standardized web application that is primarily used for calculation of deferred and current taxes. In order to work with the GTC the user simply needs a web browser (e.g. Microsoft Internet Explorer).
The structure of this manual is based on the menu navigation in the GTC that usually consists of the following main dialogues:
Master Data (chapter 5)
Company (chapter 6)
(Sub-)Group (chapter 7)
Reports (chapter 8)
Here is a short summary of the invividual chapters of this manual:
Chapter 3 offers a general function overview of individual GTC modules and their objectives based on tax accounting requirements.
Chapter 4 explains cross-programme functions that can be found in numerous GTC dialogues (e.g. generate Excel view). You will also find general information on the programme use here.
Chapter 5 describes how to create and manage your master data. Some technical instructions on how to configure individual parameters are listed in this chapter.
Chapter 6 contains the description of process steps for an individual company in the GTC. This chapter focuses on calculation of deferred and current taxes and electronic submission of tax returns.
Chapter 7 explains the main dialogue (Sub-) Group that contains a group overview and organisation functions. For example, it includes the summary of deferred taxes and tax rate reconciliations that can be used for explanatory notes to consolidated financial statement.
Chapter 8 describes evaluation options in the main dialogue Reports. Various configuration options are explained in this chapter.
Chapter 9 contains the FAQs.
The functions described in this manual are based on the standard GTC configuration. Some functions and dialogues have been developed by AMANA according to customers' specifications. Therefore, some screenshots and descriptions in this manual can differ from your GTC version.
Technical requirements that result from the complexity of accounting standards and tax laws are not included into this manual. If you have any technical questions, either company-specific or initiated by the legislator, our expert contact persons in AMANA will be pleased to help you.
We would be very grateful for your hints and suggestions for the further improvement of this manual. Please send your ideas to (info@amana-consulting.de|mailto:info@amana-consulting.de) with the subject 'GTC Manual'.