This course will provide tax practitioners with specialized topical information designed to educate attendees as to defining the issues at hand and protective measures for public accounting firms and employers.

Topics Covered:

●Overview

●What is identity theft

●Identity theft perpetrators

●Creating a security plan for a tax and accounting practice

●Safeguarding taxpayer data

●What is an Identity Protection Number (IPIN)

●Awareness of common tax scams

●Avoiding IRS penalties and interest

●IRS Security Summit

●Reporting a tax scam or fraud

Learning Objectives:

●Provide a strong discussion of various specialized topical issues in an effort to reduce identity theft

●Suggest major considerations with respect to dealing with the topical issues

●Provide related tips for protecting our client, employers, and others