This webcast provides you with an overview of the factors to consider when determining the proper accounting method. You will work through detailed examples involving both court rulings and client examples for specific industries.
Then, the webcast discusses accounting periods and considerations for changes in the accounting period of an entity. Lastly, you will be provided with a case study and example tax forms to highlight how to identify which IRS Revenue Procedures are applicable to a given client situation, as well as how and when to prepare the Form 3115.
Learning Objectives
Recognize when the use of the cash method is appropriate
Understand and apply the basic rules for a change in accounting method
Choose a proper accounting period under the federal tax rules
Identify which IRS Revenue Procedure(s) provides the guidance for a given scenario for a taxpayer to change their accounting method with the IRS
Prepare the Federal Form 3115 – Application for Change in Accounting Method and understand how and when this form should be filed by the taxpayer