Becker Partners with Tax Rep Network to Launch Tax Representation Training for Accounting Professionals
Becker Partners with Tax Rep Network to Launch Tax Representation Training
In a significant move to enhance the skills of tax practitioners, Becker, a leading provider of accounting exam prep and professional education, has announced a new partnership with Tax Rep Network, a premier education and training resource for tax and accounting professionals. This collaboration aims to equip tax practitioners and firms with the necessary tools and knowledge to represent taxpayers before the IRS through a series of webcasts and on-demand continuing professional education (CPE) courses.
Angie Brown, vice president of product development at Becker, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "Becker is thrilled to announce this partnership with Tax Rep Network as part of our commitment to meeting the educational needs of tax practitioners across the accounting profession.” She further highlighted the importance of making tax resolution training accessible to CPAs and enrolled agents, thereby enabling them to better serve clients in need of IRS representation.
The urgency for such training is underscored by recent research indicating that over 15 million taxpayers currently owe back balances to the IRS, with a significant portion facing immediate levy threats. This situation is exacerbated by the IRS’s ramped-up enforcement efforts, making the need for skilled tax representation more critical than ever.
Eric Green, founder of Tax Rep Network and partner at the Connecticut-based law firm Green and Sklarz, LLC, emphasized the timeliness of this initiative. “With today’s increased IRS enforcement, there is no better time for tax practitioners to learn about the IRS enforcement process and how to identify opportunities to help clients resolve tax issues,” said Green. He views the partnership with Becker as an exciting opportunity to extend their expertise in tax representation services to a broader audience, thereby helping accounting firms grow their revenue while supporting their clients.
The training program will cover a range of topics crucial for effective tax representation, including IRS Enforcement of Individuals, Examinations of Cash-Intensive Businesses, the IRS Collection Process, and the Inside Secrets to Tax-Liens. New webcasts will be added monthly, ensuring that practitioners have access to the latest information and strategies.
Corporate CPE clients of Becker will benefit from access to these tax resolution webcasts and on-demand courses at no additional charge. Additionally, they can opt for the Tax Rep Network Gold Membership and arrange customized training events for their staff, further enhancing their capabilities in tax representation.
The webcasts and on-demand courses are set to launch in Becker’s Prime subscription this August, with a new subscription option for enrolled agents rolling out in September. For those interested in advancing their skills in tax representation or equipping their staff with these crucial capabilities, more information and registration options are available at https://www.becker.com/cpe/catalog.
This partnership between Becker and Tax Rep Network represents a significant step forward in empowering tax practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of IRS representation, ultimately benefiting millions of taxpayers in need of expert assistance.