A detailed AS LEGATT update explaining the practical impact for businesses in Serbia, with preparation steps, controls and management recommendations. This guide explains how to organise responsibilities, documentation and internal controls so that compliance supports, rather than interrupts, day-to-day operations.
Choosing the taxation model
The choice between lump-sum taxation, self-taxation and personal salary should be based on activity, expected revenue, costs and growth plans.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
Registration and operational setup
Registration is only the beginning. Banking, invoicing, records and digital access must be organised before regular trading.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
Owner liability
A sole proprietor generally carries broader personal liability than an LLC, so contractual and financial discipline is especially important.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
Documentation and expenses
Business expenses must be supported by valid documentation and a clear business purpose.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
Growth and transition
When turnover, employees, partners or financing needs increase, a change of legal form may become appropriate.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
Annual review
Reassess the chosen model at least once a year and before major changes in revenue or activity.
A practical procedure should specify who prepares the data, who reviews it, who authorises the final action and where evidence is stored. Internal deadlines should be earlier than statutory deadlines, and exceptions should be documented rather than handled informally.
- Assign a responsible person and a backup.
- Use a short control checklist before submission or payment.
- Reconcile records with an independent source.
- Keep proof of approval, submission and payment.
How AS LEGATT can help
AS LEGATT helps clients connect accounting, tax, administration and internal processes into one transparent system. Support is adapted to the company’s size, activity and existing way of working—from a review of a specific issue to implementation of procedures and recurring controls.