Includes ATO’s free decision tool
The difference between an independent contractor and an employee can sometimes be hard to distinguish.
The High Court has recently made it easier for employers to clarify this and understand what rights and obligations they have with their employees and contractors.
I have created this round up of resources so you can review your own employees and understand the difference.
There is also a free test included you can complete to figure out if your workers are contractors or employees.
PDF: Overview of independent Contractor’s vs Employees
This Employsure pdf gives guidance on difference between an employee and independent contractor
Download or view PDF file
Website: How to work out Employee vs Contractor
Follow this link for the ATO’s information on how to check if your work is an employee or contractor. You can also complete the test to figure out if your worker is an employee or contractor
Make sure to have a look at all the pages to get info on the differences, as well as your tax and super obligations
Website: Employee or Contactor?
This link is useful for workers who are unsure if they should be considered employees or independent contractors and the steps forward after figuring it out.
https://business.gov.au/people/contractors/employee-or-contractor
Video: Myths and facts about Employees vs Contractors
If you want a fast and easy overview of contractors vs employees, this 1 and a half minute video will give you a brief overview of the truths about workers and how they should be categorised.
https://www.ato.gov.au/Business/Employee-or-contractor/Myths-and-facts/
ATO’s Decision tool
Still unsure where you or your worker/s may fall?
Click here to start your assessment with ATO’s Decision tool
OR
If you need further assistance deciding whether your workers are employees or contractors, The tax professionals at Second Look Accounting and Taxation are always here for a chat!
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