ATM Machine Purchase and Depreciation
Capitalizing an ATM machine and recording monthly depreciation.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATM Equipment (Fixed Asset) | Asset (+) | 35,000.00 | - |
| Cash / Accounts Payable (ATM Vendor) | Asset/Liability (−) | - | 35,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
ATMs are capitalized as fixed assets. Depreciation typically runs over 5-7 years using the straight-line method. ATM costs include the machine hardware, installation, network connectivity, and vault/cash handling infrastructure. Some banks use ATM-as-a-Service (managed service) which is expensed, not capitalized.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
ATMs are capitalized in SAP AM or Oracle Fixed Assets. An asset tag is assigned for physical tracking. The ATM must be included in the bank's physical security plan and CBJ branch/ATM network reporting. Monthly depreciation runs automatically. ATMs under managed service contracts (OpEx model) are assessed under IFRS 16 for right-of-use asset recognition.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors perform physical verification of ATM assets against the asset register. Decommissioned ATMs that are not written off from the asset register are a finding. The bank's ATM uptime (availability rate) is a service quality KPI that auditors may review as part of IT controls testing.
📄 Required Documentation
ATM purchase invoice, serial number and location record, CBJ ATM network registration, depreciation schedule, and physical verification sign-off.
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