"I'm concerned that they are telling the IRS that the return was for contributions made in 2022 when in fact it reflects the contributions I made for my 2021 taxes. "
Some brokers do it that way even though it contradicts IRS Pub 590A..
See for example TD Ameritrade "removal of excess" form.
You might as well go with the flow and report the positive earnings allocable to your excess on the tax year consistent with your 1099-R.
If you have negative earnings there is nothing to report. taxable.
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