If you are concerned about your tax situation, finding a CPA would be a good idea to help you get on track.
A Certified Public Accountant or CPA, can legally represent and advise you as well as prepare income tax returns. Typically, accountants are known for their attention to detail; thus making them very useful in an audit situation. You may also want to contact a CPA if you are filing or re-filing any tax returns from previous years. Be sure to inquire as to how much experience the CPA you are interviewing has in dealing directly with the IRS.
CPA’s must pass the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination – and in most states, are only allowed to take the exam after completing their bachelor’s degree and an additional year of study. Before a CPA can begin practicing however, they must become certified and licensed by their individual state. Although not required, many CPAs have membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Inclusion in the AICPA requires CPAs to abide by codes of conduct and ethics as well as continue their professional education. The AICPA website provides a useful and reliable tool to allow you to search for a CPA near you.
CPA’s must pass the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination – and in most states, are only allowed to take the exam after completing their bachelor’s degree and an additional year of study. Before a CPA can begin practicing however, they must become certified and licensed by their individual state. Although not required, many CPAs have membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Inclusion in the AICPA requires CPAs to abide by codes of conduct and ethics as well as continue their professional education. The AICPA website provides a useful and reliable tool to allow you to search for a CPA near you.