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An IRS or state tax audit is one of the most stressful events a taxpayer can face — and the outcome depends almost entirely on how it is managed. Manay CPA’s Tax Audit Services provide experienced CPA representation from the first notice through final resolution.
- IRS and State Audit Representation in All 50 States
- Correspondence and Examination Audit Management
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Defending You Against the IRS
For us, audit representation is not about confrontation — it is about ensuring that every IRS or state examiner’s question is answered accurately, every supporting document is presented correctly, and every position taken on your return is defended professionally throughout the process.
Protecting Your Rights with the IRS
IRS audits take several forms. A correspondence audit — the most common type — is conducted entirely by mail and typically involves a request for documentation supporting a specific item on your return. An office audit requires you or your representative to meet with an IRS examiner at a local IRS office. A field audit — the most comprehensive type — involves an IRS agent visiting your business to examine your records in detail. Each type requires a different strategy and a different level of engagement from your representative.
Manay CPA manages every type of audit from the moment the notice arrives. We review the original return, identify the items under examination, gather the required documentation, prepare the response, and communicate directly with the IRS or state examiner on your behalf — so you never have to speak with a tax authority without a licensed CPA by your side.
We also conduct pre-audit preparation for clients whose returns have been selected — reviewing all positions taken, identifying any areas of vulnerability, and assembling the documentation needed to substantiate every item under review before the examination begins.
The Risk of Unrepresented Audits
Taxpayers who respond to IRS audits without professional representation consistently produce worse outcomes than those with qualified CPAs managing the process. The IRS examiner’s job is to identify and assess additional tax — and a taxpayer without representation often volunteers information that expands the scope of the examination, fails to assert rights they are legally entitled to, misunderstands the documentation standards required to substantiate a deduction, or accepts an incorrect assessment because they do not know how to dispute it. Manay CPA ensures that every interaction with the IRS or state authority is managed by someone whose job is to protect your interests — not to educate you about the process as the examination unfolds around you.
Experienced CPA Representation at Every Audit Stage
From the first IRS notice to final resolution — whether through an agreed assessment, an appeals proceeding, or a no-change determination — Manay CPA manages every stage of the audit process with the professional expertise that produces the best available outcome for every client.
Our team understands every type of audit, every level of appeal, and every procedural right available to taxpayers under the Internal Revenue Code and applicable state law — and we apply that knowledge to every engagement.
We maintain organized, audit-ready records for every client we serve — so when an examination is initiated, the documentation needed to respond is already assembled rather than scrambled together under deadline pressure.
File Your Return the Right Way
The U.S. tax code is far more complex than a basic W-2 and standard deduction. Self-employment, rentals, capital gains, and foreign assets each carry unique reporting rules. A single oversight or misclassified item costs you real money—either in overpaid tax or in penalties assessed later.
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Understanding the Type of Audit You Received Is the Critical First Step
Not every IRS notice is an audit — and not every audit is the same kind of examination requiring the same response.
A correspondence audit requests specific documentation by mail. An office audit requires a meeting with an examiner. A field audit involves a comprehensive examination of your records at your place of business. Understanding which type of examination you are facing, what triggered it, and what the IRS is actually looking for is the essential first step that shapes every subsequent decision in the representation strategy.
Documentation Standards Determine Whether Every Position Is Sustained
The IRS does not simply accept your word for a deduction — it requires documentation that meets specific standards for each type of expense claimed.
Business expense deductions require receipts, bank records, and purpose documentation. Vehicle expenses require mileage logs. Charitable contributions require written acknowledgment above specific thresholds. Manay CPA reviews the documentation standards for every item under examination and assembles the evidence needed to meet the IRS’s burden of proof requirements for each position taken on your return.
Appeals Are Available When an IRS Assessment Is Disputed After Examination
If the IRS proposes an assessment that you disagree with, you have the right to appeal that determination to the IRS Independent Office of Appeals before any tax is assessed.
The appeals process is independent of the examination function and resolves the majority of disputed cases without litigation. Manay CPA prepares and presents your appeal, articulates every factual and legal argument in your favor, and negotiates with the appeals officer to achieve the best available outcome before any deficiency is formally assessed against you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after receiving an IRS audit notice?
Read the notice carefully to identify the type of examination, the specific items under review, and the response deadline. Do not contact the IRS directly before speaking with a CPA. Do not gather or submit any documents until a qualified representative has reviewed the notice and advised on the appropriate response. Contact Manay CPA immediately — early engagement gives us the most time to prepare the strongest possible response before the deadline the IRS has imposed.
What types of returns and issues does Manay CPA handle in audit representation?
We handle audit representation for all individual and business return types — including income tax examinations covering business expenses, home office deductions, rental activities, self-employment income, charitable contributions, and capital transactions; payroll tax examinations; sales tax audits; estate and gift tax examinations; and employment tax classification audits. We represent clients at the examination level, the IRS Appeals level, and in correspondence with state tax authorities.
Can Manay CPA represent me if another preparer filed my return?
Yes. You are not required to work with the original preparer during an audit. Manay CPA reviews the original return, identifies the positions taken, assesses their defensibility, and represents you through the examination regardless of who prepared the return. When the original preparer is unavailable or the return contains positions that were incorrectly taken, early engagement of new representation is particularly important to manage the examination effectively.
What happens if the IRS proposes additional tax after the audit?
If the IRS proposes additional tax after an examination, you have the right to agree with the assessment, request reconsideration with additional documentation, or appeal the determination to the IRS Independent Office of Appeals. Manay CPA evaluates every proposed assessment, identifies every factual and legal argument available in your favor, and advises on whether appeal or payment is the more advantageous path based on the specific facts, the strength of the available arguments, and the cost of continued proceedings.
How long does an IRS audit typically take to resolve?
Correspondence audits are typically resolved within three to six months of the initial notice, depending on the complexity of the issues and the time required to assemble documentation. Office and field audits take longer — typically six to eighteen months from initial contact to final determination, with additional time required if the case proceeds to the appeals level. Manay CPA keeps you informed of the timeline at every stage and manages all deadlines so no response is ever late.
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