Banking

Auto Loan Disbursement (Retail Vehicles)

Disbursing a 3-year auto loan directly to a car dealer on behalf of a retail customer.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Auto Loans ReceivableAsset (+)20,000.00-
Cash / Dealer Settlement AccountAsset (−)-19,600.00
Deferred Auto Loan Origination FeeContra-Asset (+)-400.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Auto loans are typically disbursed directly to the dealer (not the customer). The vehicle registration certificate must show the bank's lien. EIR method applies to origination fees. Auto loans are usually for shorter terms (3-5 years) compared to home mortgages.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

In Oracle FLEXCUBE CL, auto loans use a specific product type with collateral category 'vehicle'. The vehicle registration and lien details are captured in the collateral module. CBJ requires auto loans to be disbursed to the dealer, not credited to the customer's account.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Auditors verify that the vehicle registration in the Traffic Department shows the bank's lien (rahn) before or simultaneously with disbursement. Loans disbursed before the lien is registered are under-collateralized. Insurance policy assignment to the bank must also be in place.

📄 Required Documentation

Vehicle purchase invoice, Traffic Department registration showing bank lien, insurance policy assignment, credit approval, dealer payment confirmation, and customer loan agreement.

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