IRS says change will save time and simplify tax payments
(UCBJ) – The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has expanded its Tax Pro Account service, allowing authorized tax professionals to make payments on behalf of business clients, according to a release by the IRS. Previously, tax professionals could view business clients’ balances and payment activity but could not make payments on their behalf.
“Expanding online services that enable tax professionals to do more for their clients advances the goal of making the IRS a digital-first agency,” said IRS Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Bisignano. “For taxpayers who rely on tax professionals, this change will save time and make it easier for them to meet their tax obligations.”
Authorized tax professionals can now make the following payments for business clients:
- Full or partial balance
- Amended return
- Proposed tax assessment
- Federal tax deposit
Tax professionals must have the appropriate client authorization to use the service.
Launched in 2021, Tax Pro Account also allows professionals to manage client authorizations, view tax information and payment activity and establish payment plans for individual taxpayers.
For more information, visit the IRS Tax Pro Account website.
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