S-Corp Election and Reasonable Wage Planning

Many business owners can reduce their self-employment tax burden by electing to have their LLC taxed as an S-Corp. This strategy involves paying yourself a “reasonable wage” as a W-2 employee, while the remaining profits are taken as distributions, which are not subject to self-employment taxes.
Why Choose Professional Accounting Support?
J Joy CPA PLLC provides the guidance needed to:
- Evaluate your eligibility for S-Corp status to determine if it aligns with your specific business goals
- Assist with the S-Corp election filing process to ensure all IRS requirements are met
- Determine a defensible “reasonable wage” that aligns with industry standards to minimize IRS audit risk
- Manage formal payroll setup and tax withholding to ensure you remain in full compliance with employment tax regulations
Accounting Solutions
J Joy CPA PLLC offers a range of services to help small businesses operate efficiently:
- New business advisory and incorporation
- Fractional CFO services
- Financial statement preparation
- Cash flow management
- Budgeting and forecasting