Services for tax professionals

Audit and tax examinations
What is the Statute of Limitations?            
Why was my return selected for an audit?
Why does the Revenue Division look at previous years?    
Will the audit results be turned over to the Internal Revenue Service?
Where in the tax law (City Ordinance) does it state I have to pay earnings tax?
Where in the tax law (City Ordinance) does it state I have to provide my records?
Speakers Bureau
What is the speakers bureau?
How do I reserve a speaker?
What topics are covered?

What is the Statute of Limitations?                  
Five years from the filing due date.

Why was my return selected for an audit?                 
Audits are randomly selected.  The Revenue Division accepts most City returns as filed.  Some returns, however, are examined or audited to determine if income, expenses and apportionments are reported accurately. 

Why does the Revenue Division look at previous years?             
When a taxpayer is selected for an audit, all accounts are examined to verify that a taxpayer is in compliance with respect to all tax liabilities within the City's statute of limitations.

Will the audit results be turned over to the Internal Revenue Service?             
When audits that involve earnings, the City does have a reciprocal agreement with the Internal Revenue Service and there is a significant chance that adjusted returns will be forwarded to the IRS.

Where in the tax law (City Ordinance) does it state I have to pay earnings tax?                     
Chapter 68, Section 68-382. Imposition of tax. You may review the City ordinance or call the City clerk's office at (816) 513-3360. 

Where in the tax law (City Ordinance) does it state I have to provide my records?
Chapter 68, Section 68-395. Duties and authority of director.  During the audit or examination process, many times taxpayers are asked to submit additional documentation to assist with the process.  This allows for a more expedited and efficient examination.

What is the speakers bureau?              
The purpose of the Revenue Division's Speakers Bureau is to provide clear and accurate information to taxpayers. The speakers are knowledgeable on a variety of tax issues. The division is one of the many ways that the department is reaching out to help you. This free public service is available to civic, educational, business, professional and social organizations in the Kansas City, Mo., area. We are committed to helping you succeed. Speakers from the Revenue Division are eager to meet with your organization to talk about taxes that affect you.

How do I reserve a speaker? 
Complete the online Speaker’s Bureau Request form. A representative from our office will contact you regarding specific arrangements. We appreciate receiving the Speech Request Form four weeks prior to the date of your meeting.

What topics are covered? 
Listed below are some of the topics that speakers are prepared to speak about.  If your group is interested in a special topic not included on the list, we will make every effort to provide you with a speaker on that subject.  Please write your topic of interest on the Speaker’s Bureau Request form.  

• Business License fees (includes Arena fees)
• Earnings tax (individual and employer's withholding)
• Convention and tourism tax
• Profits tax
• The Audit, assessment and appeal processes