Review Queue

Review Queue for
Tax Return Teams

Route every return through a structured review process. Track pending, in-review, and approved stages with full audit trails, preparer assignments, and reviewer notes.

Review QueuePENDINGThompson 1040Preparer: J. MartinezWaitingDavis LLC 1120SPreparer: A. ChenWaitingIN REVIEWGarcia 1040-SRReviewer: K. PatelReviewingPark Trust 1041Reviewer: S. WilliamsNeeds ChangesAPPROVEDJohnson 1040Approved: Feb 14Lee Corp 1120Approved: Feb 13

CAPABILITIES

Every return reviewed, every step tracked

From preparation to approval, the Review Queue keeps your team organized and your returns error-free.

Multi-Stage Workflow

Every return follows a clear path from preparation to approval with built-in checkpoints.

  • Pending → In Review → Approved kanban board
  • Drag-and-drop movement between columns
  • "Needs Changes" rejection loop with specific notes
  • Priority flagging and deadline tracking

Preparer & Reviewer Assignment

Distribute workload and route completed work to the right reviewer automatically.

  • Role-based assignment for preparers, reviewers, and partners
  • Workload balancing with live queue counts
  • Auto-routing rules for complex returns
  • Each team member sees only their relevant queue

Notes & Approval Chain

Every action is logged. Reviewer notes, status changes, and approvals create an audit-ready trail.

  • Threaded review comments on specific line items
  • Multi-level sign-off with partner approval thresholds
  • Timestamped log of every action for IRS inquiries
  • Inline notes on specific schedules and forms

Real-Time Dashboard

See every return's status at a glance. Filter by preparer, reviewer, return type, or stage.

  • Live counts: pending, in-review, needs changes, approved
  • Filter by preparer, reviewer, or return type
  • AI-powered error detection flags issues automatically
  • Configurable rules prevent unapproved submissions

USE CASES

Built for your workflow

Whether you're a solo CPA managing seasonal staff or a 50-person firm, the Review Queue adapts to your practice.

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Multi-Preparer Firms

Route returns from any preparer to the right reviewer. Track who prepared what and who signed off.

Quality Assurance

Catch errors before filing. Built-in checklists ensure every return meets your firm's standards.

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IRS Audit Preparation

Full audit trail with timestamped notes and approvals. Pull documentation instantly for any inquiry.

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Training & Mentoring

Junior staff learn from reviewer feedback. Review notes become a teaching tool for your firm.

Seasonal Staff Management

Onboard temporary preparers during tax season. All their work flows through your review process.

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Compliance Oversight

Ensure every return is reviewed before filing. Configurable rules prevent unapproved submissions.

COMPARISON

Why Taxation.ai Review Queue?

Feature
Taxation.ai
Email / Paper
Legacy Software
Multi-stage workflow
Partial
Real-time status tracking
Partial
Inline reviewer notes
Automatic audit trail
Workload balancing
AI-powered error detection

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