I have a problem with our tax accountant. This is a person, who the owner has used for many years and I have had a problem with him for many years. Ever since I took over doing the books, there has always been a communication problem between us. I would think differently about myself if I had communication problems with everyone but I don’t think I do. If I don’t think I understand something at work, I ask. I am not afraid of asking.
The accountant files all the tax returns and reviews our books. I have never filed any tax returns. I have, however, made deposits for the taxes to be paid. I got a notice from the IRS stating the quarterly tax form wasn’t sent in. When I sent it to our accountant I was told “Haven’t you been doing that?” “Did I forget to tell you to do that?” Well, since I HAVE NEVER FILED TAX FROMS TO THE IRS before WHY would you think I would start? I would HAVE done it if I knew I needed to. Guess what, there is a 10% penalty per day. Nothing has been filed since January 2006. Take thousands of dollars a month times 10%.
I just don’t know what the heck to do now. I just know this is going to be my entire fault some how. I just know it will be. Just wait…I will tell you about it.
3 comments:
When you have to talk to the IRS about a problem, tell them the mistake, plead ignorance as it was not your fault and kindly ask for a reduced penalty. They are known to like niceness, and honesty and can arbitrarily (it seems) grant lenience. If your particular IRS person doesn't grant a lenience of penalty, keep talking to others at the IRS till someone does.
Nice! I guess I'll just fall in the toilet then.
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