Automated VAT reporting to ELSTER from Business Central

The challenge
Many companies with German subsidiaries use Microsoft Business Central as their ERP system. However, when VAT needs to be reported to the German tax authorities via ELSTER, a challenge often arises. Business Central has no standard integration with ELSTER, which means VAT data must first be extracted from the ERP system and then manually entered or uploaded into the ELSTER portal. This manual process can be both time-consuming and error-prone — especially when reporting is required on a monthly basis.

The solution
Matriks can help with the implementation and setup of a direct integration with ELSTER, enabling VAT reports to be submitted directly from Business Central to the German tax authorities. With this solution, the reporting process is digitized and automated, allowing companies to eliminate manual workflows and achieve a more efficient submission to ELSTER.

The result:

With Matriks' solution, companies achieve:

• Direct integration between Business Central and ELSTER
• Automatic submission of VAT reports
• Less manual work in the finance department
• Reduced risk of errors in reporting
• A faster and more efficient reporting process

The value for the business:
For companies with operations in Germany, the solution means more streamlined VAT reporting and a more efficient use of Business Central.

Instead of manual processes, the finance department can now handle reporting directly from the ERP system — securely, quickly, and digitally.