IRS examination support
IRS Audit Representation
Received an IRS examination notice? Calculus can review the notice, records, tax periods, and requested information and explain whether professional representation is appropriate.
Received an IRS audit notice?
You received an IRS examination or audit notice
The IRS requested records or explanations
An audit has already started
You disagree with a proposed adjustment
What Calculus can do
Review the examination notice, tax periods, and requested records
Organize information and identify questions for the examination
Communicate with the IRS under valid authorization when appropriate
Explain correspondence, proposed adjustments, and next-step decisions
What happens next
Review
We review the notice, account facts, records, and relevant periods.
Explain
We identify questions, deadlines, and the professional options that may apply.
Define scope
We explain next steps and define the scope and fee before substantive work begins.
Timing matters
Audit notices and correspondence often include response dates. Bring the complete notice and any records request promptly so the scope and timing can be evaluated.
What to have ready
Bring the examination notice, tax returns, schedules, IRS correspondence, requested records, and details about any meeting or response date.
Frequently asked questions
Can a CPA represent me in an IRS audit?
A CPA may represent a taxpayer before the IRS within the applicable authorization and engagement scope.
Can an Enrolled Agent represent me?
An Enrolled Agent may represent taxpayers before the IRS within the applicable authorization and engagement scope.
Do I have to attend the IRS meeting myself?
Not always, but the answer depends on the examination, facts, and IRS request. A taxpayer may still need to provide information or participate.
What if I disagree with the audit result?
The available next step depends on the notice and examination stage. Calculus can review the correspondence and explain possible options.
How are audit-representation fees determined?
Fees depend on the tax periods, records, examination scope, correspondence, meetings, and professional work required.
Discuss your situation with Calculus
Start with a consultation so we can understand the facts and explain the appropriate next step.