Confidently Closing the Year:
A Step-by-Step Guide to ACA Reporting Success:
Kelli Smith, Director of ACA Compliance, will provide the tools, timelines, and practical insights you need to avoid common mistakes, reduce risk, and ensure a successful year-end close—whether you manage ACA compliance in-house or support multiple clients.
📅 February 12, 2026 – 11AM (CT)
Key Takeaways
Participants will learn how to:
✅ Review and validate year-end ACA data for accuracy
✅ Understand the final steps for e-filing Forms 1094-C and 1095-C
✅ Identify and correct common reporting errors before submission
✅ Manage communication with clients, employees, or vendors during the final stretch
✅ Prepare for potential IRS notices and ensure long-term compliance readiness

What We’ll Cover
- Final Data Review: Ensuring every employee and coverage code is accurate
- Common Mistakes to Avoid: Top errors that lead to rejected filings or penalties
- Form Submission Tips: Navigating deadlines, extensions, and e-filing best practices
- Post-Filing Steps: What to do after submission and how to handle IRS follow-ups
- Confidence Checklist: A clear roadmap to a successful ACA filing season
Join us to strengthen your process, avoid common mistakes, and ensure a smooth and compliant close to the reporting season. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare your organization—or your clients—for a confident and compliant ACA year-end close.