--- title: Bahrain VAT Chart of Accounts: System Configuration Requirements url: https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-chart-of-accounts/system-configuration/ updated: 2026-10-09 publisher: BAHRAIN ERP (part of Shyphan AI Solutions Pvt Ltd) --- Compliance # Bahrain VAT Chart of Accounts: System Configuration Requirements The configuration areas involved in setting up VAT chart of accounts in an ERP system. Quick answer VAT Chart of Accounts requirements in Bahrain are set by the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). In an ERP, this affects: tax accounts, input and output tax control, expense mapping, opening balances. - Tax accounts are separate and restricted - Mapping is reviewed by your accountant - New accounts are approved This page is part of our Bahrain compliance series. Related topics: [VAT Registration](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-registration/), [VAT Invoice Fields](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-invoice-fields/). Apply them in [Zoho Books](https://www.erpbahrain.com/zoho/zoho-books/), [Odoo Accounting](https://www.erpbahrain.com/odoo/odoo-accounting/) or [ERPNext Accounting](https://www.erpbahrain.com/erpnext/erpnext-accounting/), and see [all compliance topics](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/). Configuration ## What to Configure Where each setting lives differs by platform, so we map it during the project. **Configuration areas** | Configuration area | Purpose | | Tax account setup | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Account restrictions | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Mapping tables | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Opening balance import | To be set per your confirmed requirements | Records ## Records Involved VAT Chart of Accounts affects how records are captured, approved and reported in your ERP. The rules come from the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR); this page only describes how a system can be set up to support them. - Tax accounts - Input and output tax control - Expense mapping - Opening balances Controls ## Controls and Evidence **Controls and evidence** | Control | Evidence to keep | | Tax accounts are separate and restricted | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | Mapping is reviewed by your accountant | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | New accounts are approved | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | Opening balances are reconciled | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | Setup ## How to Set Up VAT Chart of Accounts in an ERP **Setup steps** | Step | What to do | | 1. Confirm | Confirm the current requirement for VAT chart of accounts with the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) | | 2. Map records | Map tax accounts, input and output tax control, expense mapping to ERP fields | | 3. Configure | Set up tax account setup, account restrictions, mapping tables | | 4. Add controls | Enable the controls above, with approvals and logging | | 5. Test | Run the scenarios below with sample data and compare with expected results | | 6. Document | Record settings, owners and the review rhythm, then train users | Testing ## Test Scenarios Before Go-Live **Test scenarios** | Scenario to test | Expected result | | Try to break this control: tax accounts are separate and restricted | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: mapping is reviewed by your accountant | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: new accounts are approved | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: opening balances are reconciled | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Run the process end to end with sample data | Reports reconcile with the transactions entered | People ## Who Is Involved **Roles** | Role | Responsibility | | Finance or HR lead | Owns the process and reviews exceptions | | Accountant or adviser | Confirms the rule and signs off configuration | | System administrator | Maintains settings, roles and logs | | Internal or external auditor | Tests controls and evidence | FAQ ## Compliance Questions - Where do these requirements come from? From the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). We confirm the current requirement before configuring your system. - Who sets the rules for VAT chart of accounts? The rules come from the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). Always check current official sources. - What records are involved in VAT chart of accounts? Tax accounts, Input and output tax control, Expense mapping, Opening balances. - Can BAHRAIN ERP configure our system once rules are confirmed? Yes. We configure and test the system against the requirements your adviser confirms. - Which records does VAT chart of accounts involve in an ERP? Tax accounts; Input and output tax control; Expense mapping; Opening balances. - Which ERP controls support VAT chart of accounts? Tax accounts are separate and restricted; Mapping is reviewed by your accountant; New accounts are approved; Opening balances are reconciled. - Which ERP settings should be reviewed for VAT chart of accounts? Tax account setup; Account restrictions; Mapping tables; Opening balance import. Have More Questions? Book A Free Consultation [ Talk to Us ](https://www.erpbahrain.com/contact.html) Or, Email us at contact@erpbahrain.com ## Related Pages - [VAT Chart of Accounts guide](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-chart-of-accounts/) - [All compliance topics](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/) - [Bahrain VAT Chart of Accounts: ERP Control Checklist](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-chart-of-accounts/erp-controls/) - [Bahrain VAT Chart of Accounts: Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-chart-of-accounts/faq/)