If your taxes are being audited, you will receive a notice from the tax authority notifying you of the audit. The notice will typically include information about the specific items being examined and the documentation or information required to support those items.

In the United States, if you are being audited by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), you will receive one of three types of notices:

Correspondence audit:

This type of state tax audit is conducted through the mail and typically involves a request for additional documentation or information to support specific items on your tax return.

Office audit:

This type of audit requires you to appear in person at an IRS office and bring documentation and information related to specific items on your tax return.

Field audit:

This type of audit is conducted in person at your home, place of business, or accountant’s office and may involve a more comprehensive examination of your tax return.

How does your office gets involved in it

An office audit is a type of tax audit where you are required to appear in person at an IRS office and bring documentation and information related to specific items on your tax return. During an office audit, an IRS auditor will review your records and ask you questions about the items being examined.

Here is what you can expect during an office audit:

Notification:

You will receive a notice from the IRS informing you of the audit and requesting that you appear at a specific IRS office on a particular date and time.

Preparation:

Before the audit, gather all relevant records and documents related to the items being examined, such as income, expenses, and deductions. Organize your records and be prepared to provide clear and concise explanation for any discrepancies or inconsistencies.

Meeting with the auditor:

During the audit, you will meet with an IRS auditor who will review your records and ask you questions about the items being examined. The auditor may ask for additional documentation or information to support your tax return.

Resolution:

If the auditor finds discrepancies or issues during the audit, they may propose changes to your tax return or additional taxes, penalties, or interest. If you disagree with the auditor’s findings, you can dispute them through the IRS Appeals process.