Managing Tax Audits & Investigations 2012

course highlights

• Examining the crucial initial steps of the audit

• Establishing an effective case through litigation

• Handling foreign-based requests for information

• Determining when a tax audit turns into an investigation - and its implications

who should attend

Vice Presidents and Directors of: Corporate Tax, International Tax, Tax Planning, Finance, Accounting; Corporate Tax Counsel; Chief Financial Offi cers; Treasurers; Controllers;Tax Lawyers and Tax Accountants who want to expand their knowledge in this area

PANEL DISCUSSION: THE TAX DIRECTOR’S ROLE IN MANAGING A TAX AUDIT

Tax audits are a time-consuming and expensive proposition for the taxpayer involved. If not handled properly, an audit can result in a needless waste of time and effort in addition to the tax, interest and penalties that may become payable. Conducting a good audit can make the difference between the success or failure of the tax director function. This session will review the tax director’s role in managing a tax audit.

· Types of tax audits and audit preparation

· Managing the audit and managing conflict

· Using outside advisors

· Real-time audits

· Advance pricing agreements