How to book carrier profit share distributions
Records the distribution of underwriting profits from a profit-sharing pool back to the participating insurance carrier.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier Profit Share Reserve | Liability | 25,000.00 | - |
| Cash at Bank (Trust) | Asset | - | 25,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Debit the liability account (where profit share was accrued) and credit the bank account when the payment is physically remitted to the carrier.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use the bordereau reporting module to validate the underwriting result before processing the payment.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Payouts occurring before the finalization of the loss development period for the binder year.
📄 Required Documentation
Profit share calculation statement and carrier acknowledgment.
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