WEBINAR – Crypto Accounting Simplified: Expert Insights for Accountants

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8th Dec 2023  |  2 min read

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Link to webinar:

https://wolterskluwer.cchlearning.com.au/learn/course/external/view/elearning/1969/CryptoAccountingSimplifiedExpertInsightsforAccountants

Mastering crypto accounting and transforming challenges into opportunities

This session will equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the dynamic field of crypto accounting. Led by Rafael Franco, a Chartered Accountant and Director of Tax On Chain, this session is designed to provide a deep understanding of cryptocurrency activities, tax implications, and key concerns for the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

In a financial landscape where cryptocurrencies are revolutionising traditional systems, accountants and financial professionals face new challenges and opportunities. This session sets the stage for a transformative learning experience that will empower you.

  • Gain In-Depth Knowledge: Understand the true nature of various crypto activities, including investment through both centralised and decentralised exchanges, staking, airdrops, participation in DAOs, and NFT-related activities.
  • Master Tax Implications: Explore the tax implications of NFT investments and other NFT-related endeavours. Learn to apply your knowledge to determine the correct tax treatment for staking and airdrop scenarios.
  • Hands-On Practical Examples: Witness live demonstrations of using essential software and tools required to effectively manage crypto clients’ tax affairs, providing you with practical skills to apply in your professional practice.
  • Navigate Business Transactions: Grasp when cryptocurrency dealings qualify as a business and how trading stock provisions apply. Gain insights into the GST implications of cryptocurrency in business transactions and the taxation aspects of accepting cryptocurrency as payment.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this session, participants can expect to:

  • Effectively explain the nature of various crypto activities, rooted in their understanding of the underlying protocols.
  • Analyse and comprehend the tax implications of cryptocurrency investments and activities, particularly those related to NFTs.
  • Apply their knowledge to determine the correct tax treatment for staking and airdrop scenarios.
  • Articulate the classification of cryptocurrency dealings as business-related and navigate the intricacies of trading stock provisions.
  • Discuss the GST implications of cryptocurrency transactions within a business context.
  • Understand the complexities of investing in cryptocurrency through a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund.
  • Acquire practical skills through live demonstrations of essential software and tools for managing crypto clients’ tax affairs.
  • Demonstrate a profound understanding of the taxation implications associated with accepting cryptocurrency as payment for goods and services.
  • Gain insights into the key areas of interest for the ATO in the cryptocurrency investment space.

Suited to:

Tax and accounting professionals

This E-Learning includes:

  • a recording of the webinar Event which can be viewed multiple times
  • a PDF of the presenter’s PowerPoint
  • a verbatim Transcript
  • any supporting documentation
  • a CPD Certificate after successful completion of the Knowledge Quiz

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