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Supplier sent fake invoice, got stuck in accounting, tax audit came

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ÜÜlkü Y***Member
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supplier sent a fake VAT invoice (didn't deliver the goods). I also recorded this in the accounting books. 6 months later, a tax audit came and found the fake invoice. I got a 50k fine.

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Doki · E-commerce infrastructure · 2025

Most Helpful#2

Invoice check: 1) verify supplier's tax ID (on GVK NURI site) 2) check invoice format, 3) match invoice with delivery note. If not delivered don't record the invoice.

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#3

Saved.

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#4

Looking at it as a process, the picture changes. If you get three different answers on a topic the question was asked wrong.

If you post the result here, it will help others too.

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#5

Let's separate the concepts they're getting mixed up. When making a decision first look at what data you have on hand.

Mistakes made on the fake invoice victim side are usually reversible but expensive. If you have questions, write them; I'll answer as best I can.

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#6

I'd appreciate it if you shared the outcome. When we decide without measuring, we always end up in the same place.

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The opposite happened to me that's why I'm writing. like if it's your first time start small; scaling comes later.

This is my opinion Im not claiming its absolute truth.

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#8

To get into the details: Just because everyone does it doesn't mean it's right.

That's all sorry if I went on too long.

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#9

timely topic but processes without records never improve because you don't know what to fix.

if you post the result here, it will help others too.

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#10

Let me speak from the other side; I'm on the supplier side. People defend habits, not processes. Resistance comes from there.

If you post the result here, it will help others too.

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#11

Thanks a lot, I'll try it today.

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#12

Let me share my experience. The longer you delay cutting the team, the more people it affects.

If you get three different answers on a topic, the question was asked wrong. If I were you, I'd go this route.

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#13

I feel the same way. tbh the answer varies greatly by industry; there is no one-size-fits-all rule.

I'm also curious if anyone does it differently.

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Doki · Mobile app · 2024

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My questions are cleared up, thanks. When making a decision, first look at what data you have on hand.

Just leaving this note, it might be useful.

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#15

I'm curious too.

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#16

Let me share my experience. When you try to change everything at once, nothing settles.

Proven by experience.

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#17

i've been dealing with this for a long time. i mean mistakes made on the fake invoice victim side are usually reversible but expensive.

just leaving this note it might be useful.

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#18

Let me summarize whats been said so far. honestly cutting your own salary is a temporary tactic; if it lasts more than six months something will break.

Just leaving this note, it might be useful.

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#19

I felt relieved reading this answer, so it's not just me. Don't hesitate to ask; those who don't ask always pay more.

That's all, sorry if I went on too long.

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#20

This approach has a cost, which isn't discussed. If it's your first time, start small; scaling comes later.

People defend habits, not processes. Resistance comes from there. If I were you, I'd go this route.

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