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Reasonable Compensation Study NJ | For S-Corp Owners

  • Writer: Gregory Monaco, CPA
    Gregory Monaco, CPA
  • Dec 14, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Dec 27, 2025

Reasonable Compensation Study NJ — The S-Corp Must-Have

If you’re an S-Corp owner paying yourself, the IRS expects you to take a reasonable salary before distributions. A reasonable compensation study NJ helps prove your pay is compliant — and defensible.


Why It Matters

Underpaying salary = audit risk. Overpaying = unnecessary payroll taxes.

A documented study finds the right balance.


What’s in a Compensation Study

  • Role & duties analysis

  • Industry & regional pay data

  • Time allocation (admin vs. production)

  • Salary justification letter for audit defense


Frequency

Update your study every 2–3 years or whenever your duties or revenue change.


CPA Tip:

A solid reasonable compensation study NJ reduces audit exposure and keeps your tax savings intact.


Need a Custom S-Corp Compensation Study?

Gregory Monaco, CPA LLC in Livingston, NJ performs compensation studies using real data and IRS-safe methods.

We’ll document everything so you stay compliant and confident.


Gregory Monaco, CPA | Livingston NJ (serving NJ + virtual nationwide)



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