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FEDERALLY LICENSED. TAXPAYER FOCUSED
A Higher Standard of
Tax Representation.
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally licensed tax practitioner
authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
The EA credential is the highest credential awarded by the
IRS and demonstrates expertise in federal taxation and
taxpayer representation.
What Can an Enrolled Agent Do for You?
Represent You
Before the IRS
Communicate with the IRS
on your behalf and handle
your tax matters from start
to resolution.
Prepare Accurate
Tax Returns
Ensure your Federal tax
returns are prepared
accurately and in full
compliance with tax laws.
Resolve IRS
Issues
Help with audits, notices,
penalties, and other IRS
correspondence or
questions.
Negotiate Payment
Solutions
Assist with payment plans,
installment agreements,
and Offers in Compromise
when eligible.
Protect Your
Taxpayer Rights
Work to protect your rights
as a taxpayer and ensure
fair treatment under
the tax system.
Continuously
Educated
EA's complete 72 hours of
continuing education
every 3 years to keep their
knowledge current.
More Than Tax Preparation
While every EA's background is unique, many Enrolled Agents provide services such as:
Bookkeeping
Maintain accurate financial records for better business decisions.
Tax Compliance
File returns and reports accurately and on time.
IRS Notices
Respond to IRS letters and resolve issues before they escalate.
Payroll & Sales Tax
Assist with payroll reporting and sales tax filings.
Tax Planning & Advisory
Develop strategies to reduce tax liability and support growth.
Representation You Can Trust
Professional guidance focused on protecting your interests.
The Origin of the EA Credential
The enrolled agent role has a long history of serving taxpayers.
Post-Civil War Roots
Congress Acts — 1884
A Legacy of Trust
The enrolled agent role traces back to the need for trusted federally authorized representatives after the Civil War.
Congress established standards for representatives practicing before the Treasury in 1884, laying the foundation for the enrolled agent profession.
Today, EAs continue to represent taxpayers before the IRS with nationwide practice rights and unlimited representation authority.
Congress established practice standards in 1884
Highest credential awarded by the IRS
Unlimited representation rights before the IRS
Recognized nationwide