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Prepare and submit an S Corporation Tax Return for 2013 with the required schedules, based on the facts provided for a company that elected S corporation status starting in 2012. The company was formed on January 1, 2012, with Drs. Bailey and Firth as founders. Dr. Bailey received stock worth $1,080,000; Dr. Firth received stock worth $2,520,000. The equity sheet at year-end shows common stock of $3,600,000 and retained earnings of $102,080. Dr. Bailey’s salary of $180,000 is reported as W-2 wages, with no employment taxes considered. The company has qualified production activities income of $1.92 million, and the W-2 wages attributable to U.S. production activities amount to $1.01 million. The company uses the small business simplification method for reporting activities, and book numbers are used for Schedule L and Schedule M-1. Use the forms available from IRS.gov and Adobe Reader to complete and save the PDF forms accurately.

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Introduction

The preparation of an S corporation tax return requires detailed understanding of the entity's financial activities, compliance with IRS regulations, and accurate reporting of income, deductions, and shareholder allocations. For the 2013 tax year, the company in question elected S corporation status effective from January 1, 2012, and million-dollar investments by the founders necessitate precise documentation in the relevant IRS forms. This paper provides a comprehensive guide to preparing the Form 1120S, including all necessary schedules, based on the facts provided, to ensure full compliance and accurate reporting.

Background and Entity Structure

The company was established as a corporation on January 1, 2012, with Drs. Bailey and Firth as initial shareholders. Dr. Bailey's stock was valued at $1,080,000, and Dr. Firth's at $2,520,000. The stock's value and the retained earnings at year's end—$102,080—are essential components for the Schedule L balance sheet. The election for S corporation status enables pass-through taxation, requiring particular attention to income allocations, wages, and qualified production activities income (QPAI).

Income and Wages

The company's reported QPAI of $1.92 million and W-2 wages of $1.01 million allocated to U.S. production activities significantly influence tax calculations. Dr. Bailey’s salary of $180,000, treated as W-2 wages, is crucial for determining the qualified wages that reduce QPAI, thereby affecting calculations for specific tax credits and deductions. As an S corporation, the income flows directly to shareholders and must be reported on Schedule K-1, reflecting each shareholder's share of income, wages, and credits.

Financial Information and Schedule Preparation

The company's equity structure, book numbers, and inventory methodology (using FIFO prices under lower of cost or market) guide the preparation of Schedule L and Schedule M-1. The use of book numbers aligns with the simplified reporting method, reducing complexity while maintaining compliance. The company's exemption from UNICAP rules simplifies inventory and cost of goods sold reporting, focusing only on beginning inventory, purchases, and ending inventory on Schedule A.

Tax Return Process and Key Considerations

Preparing the Form 1120S involves several key steps, including:

  • Completing Schedule B with relevant tax elections and shareholder information.
  • Filling out Schedule K with total income, deductions, and credits, incorporating QPAI and wages data.
  • Distributing income and deductions on Schedule K-1 for each shareholder according to ownership percentages—30% for Dr. Bailey and 70% for Dr. Firth.
  • Reporting retained earnings, stockholders' equity, and loan balances as per the balance sheet in Schedule L.

Accurate calculation of income and expenses, especially regarding qualified production income and wages, ensures the correctness of the tax return. Using IRS-provided PDF forms requires filling in all applicable sections and saving the document properly, employing Adobe Reader software.

Conclusion

Filing an S corporation tax return for 2013 requires meticulous attention to detail, precise schedule completion, and compliance with IRS reporting standards. By thoroughly understanding the company’s financials—stock issuance, wages, income, and inventory—the preparer can accurately complete Form 1120S, Schedule L, Schedule M-1, and Schedule K-1, ensuring proper reporting and avoiding penalties. Utilizing official IRS forms and reliable software tools streamlines the process, leading to a successful submission of the tax return.

References

  • Internal Revenue Service. (2015). Instructions for Form 1120S. IRS.gov. https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1120-s
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  • IRS. (2015). Schedule K-1 (Form 1120S). IRS.gov. https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-schedule-k-1-form-1120-s
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