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Form 1120S - Preparation and Analysis

Overview

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Form 1120S, the tax return form used by S corporations. Students will learn the intricacies of preparing and analyzing this form, including how to determine the taxable income of the S corporation, how to properly report and allocate income, deductions, and credits, and how to calculate the shareholder's basis in the S corporation.

**Please Note:  If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com.

Prerequisites

This course is designed for individuals who have a basic understanding of cybersecurity and the importance of protecting sensitive data. No prior experience with the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist is necessary.

Objectives

  • Discuss Form 1120S and the skills necessary to prepare the form for S corporations
  • Prepare for 1120S

 

Highlights

  • Understanding the definition and requirements of an S corporation, the benefits and limitations of choosing this entity type, and the eligibility requirements for shareholders
  • Income and Deductions: Understanding the different types of income and deductions that an S corporation can have, including ordinary income, capital gains and losses, depreciation, and expenses.
  • Shareholder Basis: Understanding the shareholder’s basis in the S corporation, how to calculate it, and the impact of distributions on the basis.
  • Reporting Requirements: Understanding the different reporting requirements for Form 1120S, including Schedule K-1, Schedule L, Schedule M-2, and Schedule M-3
  • Tax Planning: Understanding the tax planning strategies available to S Corporations and their shareholders, including tax deferral, income shifting, and tax-free reorganizations

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Materials are generally available 3 days in advance of an event. Once you have downloaded the manual, we are unable to cancel your registration.

Event Code:

5871975

2 CPE Credits
Tax: 2 Credits

Registration

Member Price:
$79
Non-member Price:
$109

Registration is open through 05/31.

Saturday, May 31st

10:00am to 11:49am

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Instructor

Arthur Werner