★ TAX PRO OPERATIONS · SCHEDULE C RECONSTRUCTION

Turn Shoebox Clients Into Audit-Ready Schedule C Files.

A done-for-you workflow, reconstruction methodology, and 6-part video masterclass for tax preparers who want to protect their EFIN, defend expenses under IRC §162, and charge premium fees.

Instant Digital Access · 5-Seat Staff License · 2 Months VIP Included
THE REALITY

The #1 Audit Trigger in the Tax Office

Sole proprietors make up the bulk of tax office revenue — and 90% of preparer penalty risk.

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Missing & Cash Records

Clients walk in with zero bookkeeping, mixed personal accounts, and missing receipts. You're left guessing or taking their word without an enforceable paper trail.

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IRC §6695(g) & §6694 Penalties

IRS preparer penalties apply when Schedule C income or expenses can't be corroborated. Fines start at $600+ per failure and put your EFIN at risk.

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Undercharging & Free Work

Tax pros spend hours reconstructing messy client records and don't charge for it — losing thousands in billable revenue every filing season.

THE FRAMEWORK

The 5-Step Schedule C Reconstruction Method

Never prepare an uncorroborated Schedule C again. Follow our standardized 5-step process from intake to audit defense.

  • Step 1: Discovery & Scope Agreement — Define what client records exist vs. what must be reconstructed before touching the return.
  • Step 2: Bank & Cash Flow Reconstruction — Reconcile bank deposits, 1099-K forms, merchant processors, and cash receipts.
  • Step 3: IRC §162 Ordinary & Necessary Test — Apply statutory substantiation standards and the Cohan rule boundaries.
  • Step 4: Business vs. Personal Allocation — Document vehicle mileage logs, home office square footage, and cell phone usage.
  • Step 5: Audit-Ready Workpaper Assembly — Package everything into a permanent, defensible workpaper binder with preparer signature notes.

Inside the Reconstruction Toolkit

The exact forms, spreadsheets, and client agreements you need to run this system in your office:

INTAKE
Client Intake Questionnaire

Standardized sheets to capture every revenue stream & expense category accurately.

CALCULATORS
Reconstruction Worksheets

Excel templates for vehicle mileage, home office, COGS, and bank deposit reconciliation.

SCRIPTS
Fee & Boundary Scripts

Word-for-word scripts to explain reconstruction fees ($500–$2,500+) and set firm client boundaries.

DEFENSE
Audit Workpaper Binder

The exact file layout revenue agents expect to see during an examination or IDR response.

VIDEO TRAINING

Mastering Schedule C Reconstruction

Watch the full training walkthrough below. Learn the legal standards, reconstruction techniques, and workflow steps.

TRAINING CURRICULUM

6-Part Masterclass in Atlas Academy

Self-paced video modules designed to train you and up to 4 additional staff members in your office.

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Phase 1 — Discovery, Engagement & Legal Standards

01
IRC §162 & The Cohan Rule
Understand the statutory requirements for business expenses and the legal limits of estimation under established tax law.
02
Engagement Letters & Pricing Strategy
How to position and price reconstruction as a separate high-ticket professional service ($500–$2,500+).
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Phase 2 — Reconstruction Methodologies

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Bank Deposit & Cash Flow Analysis
Reconstruct gross receipts from bank statements, 1099-K, CashApp/Venmo, and cash intake logs methodically.
04
Vehicle, Travel & Home Office Allocations
Build audit-proof mileage logs, actual vs standard method comparisons, and compliant home office calculations.
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Phase 3 — Documentation, Workpapers & Defense

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Building the Audit-Ready Workpaper File
Standardized binder layout, cross-indexing, corroborating evidence files, and preparer due-diligence notes.
06
Defending the Return Before the IRS
How to respond to IRS information document requests (IDRs), notice letters, and revenue agent inquiries calmly.

Who This Is For

  • Tax preparers handling 1099, gig economy, and sole proprietor clients
  • Enrolled Agents & CPAs wanting standardized, repeatable office workflows
  • Multi-preparer offices needing staff due diligence training and compliance controls
  • Practitioners looking to add high-fee reconstruction services ($500–$2,500+)

Who This Is NOT For

  • Preparers who only handle simple W-2 wage earner returns
  • Firms that do not want to enforce documentation standards on client files
  • Anyone looking for shortcuts or workarounds to bypass IRS compliance rules
Mastering Schedule C Reconstruction Course
CREDENTIALED TRAINING

Earn Your Certificate of Completion

Complete all 6 modules and pass the final knowledge check in Atlas Academy to generate a verified, credentialed Certificate of Completion for your office compliance file and professional portfolio.

5-Seat Staff Training License Included · Train your entire office · Lifetime access to materials
INVESTMENT

Choose Your Access Level

Select the option that fits your practice. All plans include immediate digital access.

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TOOLKIT ONLY

Schedule C Toolkit

$299.99 one-time
The complete digital reconstruction system, worksheets, and intake forms.
  • Complete Reconstruction Worksheets (Excel)
  • Client Intake & Questionnaire Forms (PDF)
  • Fee Schedule & Pricing Blueprint
  • Audit-Ready Workpaper Binder Template
  • 2 Months Free VIP Community Access
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VIDEO TRAINING

Video Masterclass

$299.99 one-time
6-part video training course with 5 staff training licenses.
  • Full 6-Part Video Masterclass (Atlas Academy)
  • 5-Seat Staff Training License
  • Case Studies & Real-World Walkthroughs
  • Certificate of Completion for All Seats
  • Lifetime Course Access
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the reconstruction system and training.

What is Schedule C Reconstruction?

It is the systematic process of corroborating, categorizing, and substantiating income and expenses for sole proprietors who have incomplete, shoebox, or disorganized financial records before filing.

How do the 5 staff training licenses work?

When you purchase the Course or Bundle, you get access to the management dashboard in Atlas Academy where you can invite up to 4 additional employees to complete the training and earn their own certificates.

Are the spreadsheets and worksheets editable?

Yes. All templates are provided in fully customizable Excel spreadsheets and fillable PDF forms so you can adapt them to your office workflow.

How do I charge clients for reconstruction?

The toolkit includes our exact Fee Schedule & Engagement Letter templates, teaching you how to quote reconstruction as a separate service ($500 to $2,500+) before tax preparation begins.

What is the 2 Months Free VIP Community access?

You receive 60 days of complimentary access to Tax Compliance Pro VIP — featuring live weekly office hours, our private tax pros network, and the Atlas AI assistant.

Ready to Master Schedule C Reconstruction?

Protect your EFIN, standardize your office workflow, and turn messy client books into profitable, audit-proof files.