About the TIGTA: Who Watches the IRS?

About the TIGTA: Who Watches the IRS?

CPE Credit:
2

Overview

Description:
This course will provide an overview of the work and impact of the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) on the US tax system, regulatory ethics, and accounting profession. TIGTA is an independent organization that provides oversight of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and conducts audits, investigations, and inspections and evaluations to promote integrity, economy, and efficiency in the administration of the nation’s tax system. The course will explore the role of TIGTA in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the IRS, identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws, and upholding ethical standards in the accounting profession. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Field of Study:
Regulatory Ethics (2 CPE)

Instructor

Instructor:
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

Additional Details

Who should attend:
This course is intended for professionals in the accounting and finance fields, as well as individuals interested in learning more about the role of TIGTA in the US tax system.
Program Level:
Overview
Program Content:

Major topics covered in this course include:

  • The role of TIGTA in the US tax system
  • Auditing, investigating, and inspecting and evaluating IRS programs and operations
  • Identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws
  • Promoting integrity, economy, and efficiency in the tax system
  • Responding to requests from Congress and other external stakeholders
  • Upholding ethical standards in the accounting profession
  • Building trust and confidence in the tax system
Learning Objectives:

After attending this presentation, you will be able to…

  • Recognize the role and responsibilities of TIGTA in the US tax system
  • Identify the ways in which TIGTA conducts audits, investigations, and inspections and evaluations to promote integrity, economy, and efficiency in the tax system
  • Identify the impact of TIGTA’s work on the tax system and accounting profession
  • Analyze the importance of trust and confidence in the tax system
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of TIGTA’s efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the IRS
  • Analyze the role of TIGTA in identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws
Prerequisites:
None. It is recommended that students have a basic understanding of the US tax system and accounting principles before taking this course. Some familiarity with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and its functions may also be helpful, but is not required.
Advanced Preparation:
None
Developed By:
Garrett Wasny
Format:
Group-Internet-Based
Course Code:
GWTIGTA2

Registration:

$89.00

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About the TIGTA: Who Watches the IRS?

Course Code:
GWTIGTA2
Program Level:
Overview
Description:
This course will provide an overview of the work and impact of the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) on the US tax system, regulatory ethics, and accounting profession. TIGTA is an independent organization that provides oversight of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and conducts audits, investigations, and inspections and evaluations to promote integrity, economy, and efficiency in the administration of the nation’s tax system. The course will explore the role of TIGTA in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the IRS, identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws, and upholding ethical standards in the accounting profession. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Program Content:

Major topics covered in this course include:

  • The role of TIGTA in the US tax system
  • Auditing, investigating, and inspecting and evaluating IRS programs and operations
  • Identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws
  • Promoting integrity, economy, and efficiency in the tax system
  • Responding to requests from Congress and other external stakeholders
  • Upholding ethical standards in the accounting profession
  • Building trust and confidence in the tax system
Learning Objectives:

After attending this presentation, you will be able to…

  • Recognize the role and responsibilities of TIGTA in the US tax system
  • Identify the ways in which TIGTA conducts audits, investigations, and inspections and evaluations to promote integrity, economy, and efficiency in the tax system
  • Identify the impact of TIGTA’s work on the tax system and accounting profession
  • Analyze the importance of trust and confidence in the tax system
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of TIGTA’s efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the IRS
  • Analyze the role of TIGTA in identifying opportunities to improve the administration of tax laws
Who should attend:
This course is intended for professionals in the accounting and finance fields, as well as individuals interested in learning more about the role of TIGTA in the US tax system.
Developed By:
Garrett Wasny
Instructor:
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP
CPE Credit:
2
Field of Study:
Regulatory Ethics (2 CPE)
Prerequisites:
None. It is recommended that students have a basic understanding of the US tax system and accounting principles before taking this course. Some familiarity with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and its functions may also be helpful, but is not required.
Advanced Preparation:
None
Format:
Group-Internet-Based

Registration:

$89.00

Attendee Information

Please select one of the following options to register for this webinar:

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Register By Phone: Call 877.370.2220 and press “1” for the webinar hotline to register

Price

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$89.00

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  • 6/24/2025 @ 4:00 PM
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  • 7/30/2025 @ 12:00 PM
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