Taxation of Construction Contractors ( TCC)

Grand Forks Hilton Garden Inn
8 CPE Hours
$250 Member (AICPA member $220)
$300 Nonmember (AICPA member $270)
Add $25 after 8/3/2010

Instructor: Thomas Sheets

This course explores tax issues facing the construction industry and the intricacies of contractor tax law and regulations. Tax topics covered include: an overview of tax accounting for the contractor including SFAS No. 109, Deferred Income Taxes, taxation of small and large contractors, alternative minimum tax considerations for contractors, the look-back method and tax planning for the contractor.  An appendix is also included covering construction contract accounting.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Handle income tax issues for the contractor including SFAS No. 109, Deferred Income Taxes
  • Distinguish between taxation issues of small and large contractors
  • Identify and apply key tax laws and regulations to the construction industry
  • Apply the alternative minimum tax and look-back method to the contractor
  • Capitalize on tax planning opportunities for the contractor

Highlights:

  • Nature of the construction industry
  • Foundation of tax accounting for the contractor
  • SFAS No, 109, Deferred Income Taxes
  • Tax laws and regulations applicable to contractors
  • Taxation of small and large contractors
  • Alternative minimum tax considerations for the contractor
  • Look-back issues for construction contractors, including available exceptions
  • Tax planning opportunities and approaches for the contractor

Designed For: Tax Practitioners and professionals in the construction industry
Level: Intermediate
Developer: AICPA
Prerequisite: Experience in providing services for construction contractors