Taxposium Speaker | Jim Buttonow

Bio

Buttonow is a prominent figure in resolving IRS tax issues, with a distinguished career spanning IRS enforcement and private practice. With over 19 years of experience at the IRS and subsequent ventures in tax and accounting software development, Buttonow’s consultancy specializes in tax controversy and administration. He has led successful software development projects for tax professionals and collaborated with major providers like H&R Block and Jackson Hewitt. His advocacy extends to IRS operational improvements, evidenced by his leadership roles in advisory committees and prolific contributions to industry literature.

Sessions

10 Essential Tax Problem Solving Tips

Each year, over 20 million taxpayers have a tax problem or issue with the IRS, and 70 million or more taxpayers must interact with the IRS outside of filing a tax return. But when an IRS tax problem or notice arises, most clients expect their tax professional to intervene and get the best outcome for them.

1 CPE for AFSP, EA, CPA, CRTP

Intermediate level

Applying the Essentials of IRS Representation in Complex Cases

Using real-world case studies, participants will examine how key representation concepts hold up when facts are incomplete, issues overlap and multiple resolution paths present competing risks.

1 CPE for AFSP, EA, CPA, CRTP

Advanced level

Advanced IRS Office and Field Audit Representation

We’ll expand our knowledge and representation skills in the four-step office audit process and the four-stage field audit process by exploring the steps taken during these examinations.

2 CPE for AFSP, EA, CPA, CRTP

Advanced level

Mastering Tax Representation Challenges

Topics include relief for a client with multiple years of penalties, bringing a multi-year nonfiler back into compliance while addressing a balance due, evaluating options for a taxpayer with significant debt and limited ability to pay, and navigating an S corporation field audits.