How to Settle Defect and Warranty Claims Against Provision
Using the defects provision to pay for remedial work on a completed project during the warranty period.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provision for Defects (Liability) | Liability (-) | 15,000.00 | - |
| Cash / Accounts Payable | Asset/Liability (-) | - | 15,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When defect costs are incurred, they are charged against the provision. No new expense is recognized — the cost was already accrued when the project was completed.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Route invoices for post-completion remedial work directly against the Provision liability account, NOT to Cost of Sales. If the provision is depleted, subsequent costs must be expensed.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors check that expenses charged to the provision actually relate to warranty work on that specific project. Diverting unrelated expenses into the provision to protect current margins is a red flag.
📄 Required Documentation
Remedial work subcontractor invoice, site manager defect report, and provision ledger reconciliation.
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