Strict guidelines determine who qualifies for 1099 contractor status. If an IRS or EDD audit determines a company should have treated a contractor as a W-2 employee the penalties can be devastating. In addition to paying the employer’s share of FICA taxes, a company that unintentionally misclassifies workers must pay back taxes, income tax withholdings and damages.

Albany is dedicated to protecting companies from the expensive penalties and fines that result when workers are reclassified. Our 1099 Contractor Compliance Program includes:

• A detailed status review of a company's temporary workforce.

• A compliant solution to paying contractors with recommendations on the
  classification eligibility of each consultant.

• Training for department managers and consultants on compliance issues.

• A solution for converting ineligible 1099 contractors to W-2 compliant status via our
  payrolling program that reduces costs and limits liability in the event of   reclassification.