McManus Tax and Bookkeeping simplifies complex finances for your business. With decades of experience, we handle bookkeeping, financial statements, and tax prep for your growthBuilding Trust Through Diligence, Detail, and Dedication.
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From basic bookkeeping to advanced tax strategies, McManus Tax offers a full suite of services.
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What is an EA?
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner with technical expertise in taxation, empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. EAs can represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at all administrative levels, including audits, collections, and appeals.
EAs must adhere to the Department of Treasury’s Circular 230 regulations, governing their practice before the IRS. Additionally, NAEA members follow a Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct.
What does the term “Enrolled Agent” mean?
“Enrolled”: Licensed to practice by the federal government.
“Agent”: Authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
Only Enrolled Agents, attorneys, and Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) can represent taxpayers before the IRS. The Enrolled Agent profession began in 1884 to regulate those representing citizens in dealings with the U.S. Treasury after issues with Civil War claims.
How does one become an Enrolled Agent?
To become an EA, one must either:
- Pass a comprehensive examination covering all aspects of the tax code.
- Have five years of experience working at the IRS in a role interpreting and applying the tax code.
All candidates undergo a rigorous background check by the IRS.
How can an Enrolled Agent help me?
Enrolled Agents can:
- Represent taxpayers audited by the IRS, leveraging their specialized tax knowledge.
- Advise and represent taxpayers.
Prepare tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, estates, trusts, and other entities with tax-reporting requirements.
Privilege and the Enrolled Agent
Enrolled Agents can:
The IRS Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 grants federally authorized practitioners limited client privilege. This privilege ensures confidentiality between the taxpayer and the EA in cases involving audits and collections, but not for tax return preparation or state tax matters. Some states have an accountant-client privilege.
What are the differences between Enrolled Agents and other tax professionals?
- Competence: EAs must demonstrate their tax expertise to the IRS.
- Specialization: All EAs specialize in taxation, unlike attorneys and CPAs who may not.
- Licensing: EAs are licensed by the federal government, while CPAs and attorneys are state-licensed.
Are Enrolled Agents required to take continuing professional education?
Yes, EAs must complete 72 hours of continuing professional education every three years, as required by the IRS. Members of the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) must complete 90 hours in the same period. With stringent requirements to become and remain an EA, there are approximately 46,000 practicing Enrolled Agents.
Client Experiences
Lauren V
I was so hesitant to hire a professional for fear that I would owe money to the IRS AND an accountant, but that wasn’t the case. The money she saved me more than paid for her services. I thought I owed the IRS almost $3,000. Jen was so easy to talk to and got me in the same day for a meeting. She calmed me down, went through all my documents and got ME a return. She gave me useful tips to help us for next year and explained everything to me in a way that made sense.
Katie L
I’ve used Turbotax for the past seven years. This year my tax situation was more complicated than years previous, but I still thought I could do it on my own. After spending hours on Turbotax, it calculated that I owed almost $700. I reached out to Jen at McManus tax and she was able to get me in that day. Within minutes, she told me I’d be getting a return of over $1100! McManus tax saved me from unnecessarily paying the IRS and put me in the green almost $2000.
Christine & James G
Jennifer has been doing my taxes for as long as I’ve been paying them; when I got married she took on our joint return as well. It amazes me each year when she gets us the best possible refund. With a baby on the way she’ll have even more to work with. She takes a personal interest in the needs and best interests of her clients. Her number one priority is that we come out on top when it comes to the IRS. The last thing anyone needs in a financial climate like this one is the IRS breathing down their neck.