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Extension authorization tracking

Use a preparer-approved extension request to create a documented client response and preparer-owned next step. The design keeps source references, uncertain matches, and approval decisions visible to the responsible accountant. It coordinates an administrative handoff with version checks and an exception queue. The workflow does not decide whether an extension is appropriate or sufficient.

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1. Define the starting point

Start with a preparer-approved extension request. A successful handoff produces a documented client response and preparer-owned next step. Define the accountable owner before connecting systems. The workflow does not decide whether an extension is appropriate or sufficient. A source event is a request to evaluate the current state; it is not permission to make an irreversible change.

Process owner and backup rolesWhat will count as complete?

Current handling time and exceptions

2. Walk through the process

1. Record the approved request

A preparer supplies the entity, period, required authorization, and response date.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 1 working notes

2. Prepare the communication

Use firm-approved wording and secure references with no invented tax advice.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 2 working notes

3. Verify the respondent

Record identity and authority under the engagement’s approved process.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 3 working notes

4. Route the response

A qualified staff member reviews approval, refusal, questions, or no response.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 4 working notes

5. Track the authorized outcome

Link the decision to the filing task and reconcile completion separately.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 5 working notes

3. Check the information

Use invented references in this worksheet. Keep real documents and personal records in an appropriate private system.

Reference field	Working record	Check
client_id	client_id	Resolve the stable source reference in the correct client, entity, and engagement.
extension_request_id	extension_request_id	Resolve the stable source reference in the correct client, entity, and engagement.
response_state	response_state	Resolve the stable source reference in the correct client, entity, and engagement.
preparer_owner	preparer_owner	Use the authorized owner or reviewed decision; unknown values stop the handoff.

Source of truth and access boundaries

4. Verify the process

Use synthetic examples. Mark a check only after recording what actually happened.

No response cannot count as consent.A response from an unauthorized contact enters review.A repeated source event creates only one current review task.A changed source version invalidates an earlier approval.A named person can resolve an unclear or incorrect result.Work stops when the task is complete, withdrawn, or outside the agreed scope.A duplicate or interrupted handoff can be recovered without repeating a consequential action.Expected result, observed result, and recovery notes

5. Decide the next step

Your smallest reversible pilotReview date and decision

Retain qualified professional review for legal, accounting, tax, medical, financial, or other consequential decisions. This workbook does not certify compliance or guarantee results.