Real support through every step of an IRS audit.
Our Audit Defense service gives you professional support from the moment you receive an IRS notice. We help you understand what the IRS is asking for, prepare the right documentation, and respond the right way.
Clear guidance, organized documentation, and professional support to help you respond correctly and protect your interests throughout the audit process.
Review of your IRS audit notice and scopeExplanation of what the IRS is requesting and whyClear plan for how to respondHelp gathering and organizing required recordsDrafting and reviewing written responses to the IRSEnsuring submissions are accurate and completeProfessional guidance to ensure fair treatmentHelp avoiding unnecessary exposure or over-disclosureSupport focused on the best possible outcome
Review of your IRS audit notice and scopeExplanation of what the IRS is requesting and whyClear plan for how to respond
An IRS audit is not the time to wing it. With expert guidance, you can respond correctly, protect your rights, and reduce stress.
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1-800Accountant has serviced over 100,000 businesses in the last decade. We'll keep your books in order and maximize your tax savings. Get the suite of tax services your business needs at a price that works for you. *Billed annually
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Audit defense provides professional guidance when the IRS questions your tax return. While we do not represent clients in person, we help you understand the audit, prepare accurate documentation, and respond correctly. Many clients also choose to stay audit-ready year-round by pairing audit defense with services like quarterly estimated taxes and small business tax preparation, so their records are accurate and organized before an audit ever happens.
We do not provide in-person IRS representation. However, our audit defense process helps guide your responses, documentation, and written communication, which often leads to favorable outcomes. Keeping your books and tax filings accurate through our accounting services helps reduce risk and makes audits easier to manage.
Many small business owners choose audit defense as a preventative measure. When combined with services like bookkeeping, tax advisory, and tax preparation, audit defense helps ensure your financial records are accurate, up to date, and ready if the IRS ever reviews your return.
Do not ignore it. Whether this is your first notice or not, speaking with a tax professional before responding is important. With our audit defense service, we review the notice, create an action plan, help prepare documentation, and guide how and when to respond so you can move forward with confidence.
Not all IRS notices are audits. Many notices are automatically generated and request clarification or corrections. An audit is more detailed and involves reviewing specific parts of your return and supporting records. Audit defense helps you understand which situation you are facing and how to respond appropriately without over-sharing or missing deadlines.
Audit defense is included in many plans. Your dedicated accountant or team can confirm whether it is part of your current subscription and help you add it if needed. Throughout the year, your accountant works to keep your filings accurate and audit-ready.
The best approach is to work with experienced tax professionals and respond promptly and accurately. Ignoring notices or responding incorrectly can lead to penalties, interest, or assessments based on incomplete information. Professional guidance helps ensure the IRS has the full picture of your business.
We start by clearly explaining what the IRS is reviewing and why. Then we help you gather and organize documentation, guide written responses, and assist with IRS correspondence when needed. Our goal is to protect your rights and help you reach the most reasonable outcome possible.
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