JOURNAL ARTICLE

IRS USES HISTORY IN ITS ADVERTISING.

  • Published In: Accounting Historians Notebook, 2023, v. 46, n. 1. P. 20 1 of 2

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses how the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) used its own history in a recruiting advertisement. It highlights how the IRS was able to apprehend the notorious Al Capone through tax evasion charges. The advertisement emphasizes that the Criminal Investigation Division of the IRS continues to work in apprehending criminals who violate federal tax laws, investigating activities such as money laundering and drug trafficking. It states that individuals with accounting and business-related experience or a bachelor's degree in accounting and related subjects may qualify for a career as an IRS Special Agent. The article concludes by encouraging interested individuals to contact their local IRS office for more information. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Accounting Historians Notebook. 2023/04, Vol. 46, Issue 1, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1075-1416
  • Accession Number:178608835
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