To affix one's signature to: signed the letter. 2. To write (one's signature): signed her name to the contract. 3. To approve or ratify (a document) by affixing a signature, seal, or other mark: sign a bill into law.o affix one's signature to: signed the letter. 2. To write (one's signature): signed her name to the contract. 3. To approve or ratify (a document) by affixing a signature, seal, or other mark: sign a bill into law.
S corporation. An S corporation, for United States federal income tax purposes, is a closely held corporation (or, in some cases, a limited liability company or a partnership) that makes a valid election to be taxed under Subchapter S of Chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code. In general, S corporations do not pay any federal income taxes.
Subchapter S Election. An S corporation is a tax treatment status that a corporation elects by filing a formal request with the IRS. A corporation must file Form 2553, Election by a Small Business Corporation, with the IRS to obtain S corporation status. A corporation's president must sign and date the form.Alternatively, another authorized signer including a vice president, treasurer, controller or any other corporate officer may sign and date.lthough an S corporation can choose not to use the title âpresident,â it must have at least one person who occupies that role. The president has clear authority to sign documents and commit the company to contracts and financial obligations. Many corporations use the term CEO instead of president.