However, the taxation of distributions is more complicated if the S corporation has C corporation accumulated earnings and profits (E&P). An S corporation does not generate E&P. However, it can possess E&P as a result of either converting from C corporation to S corporation or acquiring a C corporation.
The IRC §1368(e)(3) election allows for an S corporation with E&P to quickly distribute its entire E&P. The benefit of this election is that after E&P is eliminated, the S corporation can operate without having to consider its AAA when making distributions (unless it subsequently acquires E&P).
The other adjustments account tracks tax-exempt income and nondeductible expenses. Shareholders must track previously taxed undistributed income to determine taxability of future distributions.
The Accumulated Adjustments Account (AAA) tracks your S Corporation's gross income, expenses, and distributions. This account is found on Form 1120-S on Schedule M-2. The goal of the Accumulated Adjustment account is to determine if you took any taxable distributions during the year.
D. Interest and dividends. Choice "d" is correct. The accumulated adjustments account (AAA) is increased by separately stated and non-separately stated income and gains (except tax-exempt income and certain life insurance proceeds).
The Accumulated Adjustments Account (AAA) tracks your S Corporation's gross income, expenses, and distributions. This account is found on Form 1120-S on Schedule M-2. The goal of the Accumulated Adjustment account is to determine if you took any taxable distributions during the year.