Accounting for the Gig Economy

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...

• Identify characteristics of the gig economy and its participants
• Distinguish unique circumstances encountered by gig economy participants
• Analyze implications of independent contractor considerations
• Identify recordkeeping, reporting and attestation issues for independent contractors
• Recognize unique regulatory compliance and external reporting considerations
• Identify best practices for CPAs who serve independent contractor clientele

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

• Characteristics unique to the gig economy
• Independent contractor and employee classification considerations
• Recordkeeping considerations for independent contractors
• Accounting and reporting issues for gig economy participants
• Audit and attestation for clients who participate in the gig economy
• Tax and regulatory considerations
• The CPA as a trusted advisor for independent contractors