{"id":1025,"date":"2015-10-16T17:52:44","date_gmt":"2015-10-16T22:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taxprocenter.proconnect.intuit.com\/?p=1025"},"modified":"2019-06-07T10:21:42","modified_gmt":"2019-06-07T15:21:42","slug":"how-to-manage-workflow-for-complex-tax-returns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/accountants.intuit.com\/taxprocenter\/practice-management\/how-to-manage-workflow-for-complex-tax-returns\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Manage Workflow for Complex Tax Returns"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex tax returns present a unique set of challenges for tax professionals \u2013 there are more moving parts, more hands involved and more time devoted to the effort. However, these more involved tax returns also present an opportunity to provide extra value to your clients and generate revenue for your office. The more effectively and efficiently you can handle these higher-end tax returns, the more likely you\u2019ll get it done right and generate additional referral business for your firm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex tax returns typically involve some of the following situations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business and flow-through activities from Schedule K-1s<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-state and non-resident scenarios<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing the children\u2019s returns and figuring out the \u201cKiddie Tax\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Net operating loss, passive loss and other types of carryovers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternative minimum tax<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Net investment income tax<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filing of election statements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These more complicated tax returns also present opportunities for your firm to provide year-round services. For example, the tax return may need to be extended and filed over the summer, or into the fall, because you didn\u2019t receive all the necessary information on time. You also may have to address changes in circumstances throughout the year by running projections and by providing tax-planning service to get the quarterly estimates correct.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips you can use to better manage workflow for complex tax returns:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stage 1: Data Collection<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no secret that data collection is one of the most important \u2013 and time intensive \u2013 pieces of the puzzle. You\u2019ll want to send out a paper, or electronic client organizer, in an effort to start collecting source documents (W-2s, 1099s, etc.), a list of deductible expenses and a questionnaire to address any changes in circumstances. Once the organizer is filled out and returned, you should also schedule an appointment, either face to face or over the phone. This interaction with your client will not only increase the odds that you don\u2019t miss anything, but also give you an opportunity to build a stronger relationship with your client.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Someone in your firm would be tasked with creating an electronic or paper file for the client. Copies of the source documents and back-up information are made to support your work papers. You\u2019ll also receive QuickBooks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> files, or Excel spreadsheets, for business and rental income and expense information. Review last year\u2019s return and run a two-year comparison to help you identify any potential missing information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking advantage of an electronic portal, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/proconnect.intuit.com\/client-connection-suite#link\" data-wa-link=\"body_ccs-link\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intuit Link<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can be a lifesaver if you have a high volume of complex tax returns. It will simplify client collaboration and expedite data collection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stage 2: Return Preparation and Review<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, the tax return should be prepared by an accountant, or knowledgeable staff member, by entering information from the work papers and source documents into the tax software. Certain issues may have to be researched along the way, and you may have to contact the client for any missing information and questions that arise. Audit checkmarks are used to sign off on the various forms and schedules marked as complete and what remains as work-in-progress. The preparer should also clear any diagnostics identified by the software. Having a more experienced accountant look at the return serves as a good review mechanism, as errors may be uncovered and issues may be spotted, such as properly classifying family loans versus gifts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stage 3: Return Completion and Filing<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the return is completed, you\u2019ll need to assemble copies for the government, the client and your office. Securely send a PDF version of the watermarked tax return, estimate vouchers, filing instructions and bill to the client for review. Request a manual or electronic signature on Form 8879, and once returned, e-file the tax return.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stage 4: Administration<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should track the various stages of the client engagement with your tax software, practice management software or on a spreadsheet, so that your office always knows where the return is in the process (interview, preparation, etc.). Time or tax form charges are calculated and a bill is prepared for your client. Once a check is received, it gets deposited into your bank account. The bill should get copied and given to the bookkeeper to record in the files.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each office will ultimately set up a system that works well for their practice. However, the various steps outlined above should be covered in an effort to produce an accurate return, a delighted client and an efficient tax practice. 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