How to Record Fuel and Consumables for Plant Machinery
Recording diesel and lubricants used by excavators, cranes, and generators on site.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-in-Progress (WIP — Project) | Asset (+) | 6,000.00 | - |
| Prepaid Fuel / Cash | Asset (-) | - | 6,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Fuel directly consumed in project operations is a direct cost allocated to WIP, not a general overhead. Tracking per-project fuel consumption is a key cost control measure.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Fuel is often purchased in bulk and stored on-site. Record the bulk purchase to a 'Site Inventory - Fuel' asset. Use equipment hour-logs or pump meters to issue fuel to specific cost codes (WIP) weekly.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Fuel theft is extremely common in construction. Auditors will look for internal controls around fuel dispensing and reconciliation between bulk tank levels and machinery consumption logs.
📄 Required Documentation
Fuel supplier invoice, daily machinery operating logs, fuel pump issue tickets, and month-end dip-stick reconciliation.
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