Accounting for Cryptocurrency

There are several unique accounting issues associated with cryptocurrency. In the Accounting for Cryptocurrency course, we provide background information about the nature of cryptocurrency, blockchains, cryptocurrency wallets, pool mining, and cloud mining, and then delve into the related accounting issues. We address the classification of cryptocurrency, as well as cost basis tracking, accounting for cryptocurrency mining, and much more. This is the go-to guide for those who have questions about how to account for cryptocurrency.
Format

PDF Course

Level

Overview

Duration

1 Hour

Related Courses
Virtual Currency Taxation

Course Information

Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: AC1151

Learning Objectives
  • Identify the characteristics of a cryptocurrency.
  • Specify the characteristics of a cryptocurrency wallet.
  • Recall how the proof of work method functions.
  • Specify the expenses incurred by a cryptocurrency miner.
  • Recall how cryptocurrency assets are classified for accounting purposes.

Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Accounting
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: November 2024
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