How to Bill Intercompany Staffing Overheads
Charging back the indirect costs of human resources, payroll processing, and benefits administration to group entities.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intercompany Receivable | Asset | 22,000.00 | - |
| Administrative Overhead Recovery | Revenue | - | 22,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
This entry captures the 'markup' or service fee for the administrative support provided by a shared service center to a specific legal entity.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Indirect cost pools are often allocated via assessment cycles in the controlling (CO) module of the ERP.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant variances in overhead rates year-over-year without corresponding changes in headcount.
📄 Required Documentation
SLA (Service Level Agreement) and the master allocation file.
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