Wrong ssn

[kirstenmonigol]

I filed 2023 taxes with my ssn it was accepted but still not processed. I got 2 letters saying they were auditing me didn’t say why. Got my W2 for 2024 see my ssn is wrong. Same employer as last year so they correct it and give me a W2c for last year. I’m guessing this is why I haven’t got taxes. Do I need to amend my last years return for this or since the employer filed a corrected one will it work it’s self out? 

[MindyB]

You do not have to amend since you do not have anything to change (assuming you listed the correct SSN), but this is likely why you are being audited. I recommend sending a letter to the IRS explaining the issue, and including  a copy of the return as filed with the corrected W2C. Send the letter certified mail to the agent listed on the letter of intent to audit and also to the IRS office where you mail your return. Since you may have e-filed, go here to find the address, based on where you live: Where to file addresses for taxpayers. ‌Always keep a copy of what you send to the IRS for your records.

[kirstenmonigol]

Thank you! This was very helpful!