We're pleased to share a new episode of In the Vault with KPMG, hosted by Liz L'Hommedieu, Principal in the KPMG Banking and Capital Markets Tax practice. This episode features two professionals from the KPMG Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution practice, Justin Donatello, Principal, and Doug O'Donnell, Senior Director and the former acting commissioner of the IRS. The discussion takes stock of the IRS midway through 2026, exploring the leadership, budget, and staffing changes of the past 18 months and what these shifts mean for taxpayers, examinations, and dispute resolution.
Key topics include:
- Leadership and structural changes at the IRS
- How budget cuts and personnel losses affect exams
- Navigating less experienced exam teams
- Technology and AI at the IRS
- The rise of alternative dispute resolution
- Practical steps to prepare and protect your positions
If your team is managing examinations, controversy, or IRS engagement, this episode offers a timely, practical view of where the agency stands today and what to expect next.
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