How to Record Catch-Up for Forfeiture Estimate Change
Adjusts the cumulative compensation expense when the company changes its estimate of the number of equity awards expected to vest.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Paid-in Capital - Stock Options | Debit | 12,000.00 | - |
| Compensation Expense | Credit | - | 12,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When the estimated forfeiture rate increases, previously recognized expense must be reversed. This entry represents a cumulative catch-up adjustment in the period of the change in estimate.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Most equity management software (e.g., Carta, Shareworks) calculates this automatically during period-end close.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant fluctuations in employee turnover rates; consistency with historical forfeiture data.
📄 Required Documentation
Revised forfeiture rate analysis; HR turnover reports; calculation spreadsheet for cumulative catch-up.
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