Held-to-Maturity Bond — EIR Amortization
Amortizing the discount/premium on an HTM (amortized cost) government bond using EIR method.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investment Securities (Amortized Cost) | Asset (+) | 2,500.00 | - |
| Interest Income (EIR on HTM Bonds) | Revenue (+) | - | 2,500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Bonds classified at amortized cost (old HTM category) are measured using the EIR method. If purchased at a discount, the carrying amount increases to par over the life. The EIR interest income is higher than the coupon rate, with the difference being amortization of the discount.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
In SAP Bank Analyzer, the amortized cost calculation is automated via the Financial Instruments (FI) component using the EIR configured at purchase. In Oracle FLEXCUBE SM, the amortization schedule is generated at bond purchase and posts automatically in the EOD batch. Bond position must reconcile daily to the Central Securities Depository (CSD/CBJ) statement.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors verify that the business model for bonds classified at amortized cost is 'hold to collect' — selling before maturity (unless infrequent/insignificant) triggers a tainting rule that forces reclassification of the entire portfolio. CBJ government bonds are typically 100% HQLA and must be tracked separately for LCR purposes.
📄 Required Documentation
Bond purchase confirmation, EIR calculation at purchase, CBJ/CSD custodian statement, business model documentation, and any sales during the period with tainting assessment.
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