02 — Capability · BC-240.60
Tax Audit & Controversy
Respond to tax authority inquiries and audits with the facts and the argument, and resolve disputes at the lowest level and cost that protects the enterprise's position.
- Tax Dispute Resolution
- Audit Defense
In scope
- Audit response and information requests
- Appeals and settlement negotiation
- Tax authority relationship
Out of scope
- Litigation once a dispute reaches the courts (see BC-150)
Decomposes into · 3
- BC-240.60.10Audit ResponseManage information requests from tax authorities with a single point of contact, controlled disclosure and a record of everything provided.
- BC-240.60.20Dispute Resolution & AppealsContest assessments the enterprise disagrees with through administrative appeal, mediation or settlement, weighing cost against the amount at stake.
- BC-240.60.30Tax Authority RelationsMaintain a cooperative, transparent relationship with the authorities in major jurisdictions, including participation in cooperative compliance programs where offered.