Byron Johnson

Background

About Byron Johnson

As a Tax Examination Specialist at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), I have over 13 years of experience in conducting examinations and investigations of complex tax returns and arrangements. I hold a Master's Degree in Taxation from California State University, Northridge, and a BA in Business Economics and Accounting from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I am also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the California Board of Accountancy. In my current role, I complete examinations of complex tax returns and arrangements such as Microcaptive, GILTI, and multi-tiered structures. I conduct independent examinations and related investigations of income tax returns that cover a diversified spectrum of taxpayers, including corporations, partnerships, foreign entities, individuals, and fiduciaries. I also conduct package audits to determine that other required returns such as information, excise, or employment tax returns are properly reported. I use my professional knowledge and skill in accounting and auditing techniques and practices to examine various tax returns, determine the correct tax liability, identify situations with potential for understated taxes, and recognize potential fraud. I interact with taxpayers and their representatives from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, providing examination findings, interpretations of tax laws and regulations, and other necessary information to ensure future compliance.