Marketplace Platforms

How to Record Accrued Marketplace Commissions

Recognizing commission revenue for completed transactions that have not yet been settled by the payment processor.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Accrued Revenue - Unsettled CommissionsDebit2,500.00-
Commission RevenueCredit-2,500.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Ensures revenue is recognized in the period the service (facilitation) was performed, regardless of the cash settlement timing from gateways.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Month-end reversal entry or automated accrual based on transaction timestamps.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Large month-over-month fluctuations in accrued revenue vs. settled cash.

📄 Required Documentation

Gateway 'Pending' transaction reports and reconciliation workpapers.

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