What is an IRS Enrolled Agent

What Is an Enrolled Agent (EA)?

An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally licensed tax professional authorized by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Enrolled Agents specialize in taxation, tax compliance, tax preparation, and resolving IRS matters for individuals and businesses.

Unlike many tax preparers, Enrolled Agents have unlimited representation rights before the IRS, allowing them to assist clients with audits, collections, payment plans, notices, and other tax-related issues. EAs are required to pass comprehensive examinations covering federal tax law and complete continuing education each year to maintain their license and stay current with tax law changes.