IRS Internet Resources for Accountants

IRS Internet Resources for Accountants
$39.00 each

  • Credits: 2
  • Format: OnDemand Webinar
  • Field of Study: Information Technology
  • Author: Garrett Wasny

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Advanced Preparation:None
Experience Level:Basic
Program Prerequisites:Participants should have a basic understanding of Internet technology, online navigation, and digital productivity services
Course ID:EWTFM-U-02222-23-O | 6233-CE-0938 | GW-235.23-OD
Global CPE Publish Date:July 2023
COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course provides a concise overview of the Internet services offered by the Internal Revenue Service or IRS, the tax agency of the United States federal government. Discover scores of little-known but highly valuable IRS resources including electronic wizards, mobile apps, online payment systems, calculators and estimators, tax calendars, advocacy services, whistle-blower awards, social media, privacy guides, job opportunities, e-books, newsletters, and much more. You'll walk away with a whole new appreciation for the IRS and a huge treasure trove of digital tools that can sharpen and accelerate your tax workflow.

Topics Covered:
  • IRS history and quick facts
  • IRS.gov user interface tour
  • Under-the-radar IRS content
  • Forms and publications
  • Electronic filing
  • Online tools
  • Payment systems
  • Refund tracking
  • Tax settlement programs
  • Online estimators and calculator
  • Low-income and elderly assistance
    services

  • Identity protection and tax fraud
    alerts

  • Professional development and
    Accreditation

  • Tax statistics

Learning Objectives:

After reading the course material, you will be able to:

  • When viewing the IRS website, practitioners will be able to identify at
    least 12
    sections of the IRS online platform and what
    information and guidance are provided in each.

  • When examining
    IRS forms
    , practitioners will be able to list at least 3categories
    of IRS publications and documents.

  • When navigating
    the IRS website
    ,
    practitioners will be able to point out at
    least 5
    online calculators that provide answers to tax
    questions
    .
  • When searching
    the IRS website
    ,
    practitioners will be able to utilizeat least
    12
    tax centers that aggregate tax information on
    specific industries and professions.

  • When looking for IRS guidance, practitioners will be able to useat least 5multi-media portals that provide information in video,
    audio, and webinar formats.

Who Should Attend:

Practitioners who want to increase their
awareness of IRS online services and how these tools can be used to gain a competitive advantage in providing tax services.

  • All Certified Public Accountants (CPAs)
  • Enrolled Agents (EAs)
  • Other Tax Return Preparer (OTRP)

Qualifies and Approved with all State Boards of Accountancy and the following sponsorships:
NASBA