Tax Audit

/ˈtæks ˈɔːdɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An official examination of an individual's or organization's financial records to verify accuracy and compliance with tax laws.
    The company underwent a tax audit to ensure all deductions were properly claimed.

Forms

  • tax audit
  • tax audits

Commentary

The term specifically denotes a procedural review by tax authorities, distinct from broader financial audits; drafting clarity is important to avoid conflating these concepts.

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