Fixed-Term Deposit Placed by Customer
A customer transfers funds from their current account into a new 3-month fixed deposit.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Demand Deposits (Current Account) | Liability (−) | 50,000.00 | - |
| Customer Fixed Deposits (Term Deposit) | Liability (+) | - | 50,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
A term deposit is reclassified from a demand deposit to a time deposit. For the bank, both are liabilities but with different maturity profiles affecting liquidity reporting. The term deposit typically carries a higher interest rate.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
In SAP FSCM/Bank Analyzer, TD placement generates a product object record with maturity date, interest rate, and rollover instructions. In Oracle FLEXCUBE TD module, transaction code 'TDOP' opens the deposit. Ensure the deposit is reflected in ALM (Asset-Liability Management) reports with correct maturity bucket.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors verify that the interest rate applied matches the rate approved by the ALCO (Asset-Liability Committee) for that tenor and amount tier. Early-break penalties must be documented in the product terms. CBJ liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) calculations depend on correct classification of demand vs. term deposits.
📄 Required Documentation
Signed term deposit application, deposit advice/confirmation letter, board-approved rate schedule, rollover instruction form, and the originating current account debit confirmation.
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