How to Record a Weekly Marketplace Cash Settlement from Noon or Amazon
Clearing the marketplace receivable when net cash is deposited after all fees and deductions.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash in Bank | Asset (+) | 1,700.00 | - |
| Receivable: Marketplace | Asset (-) | - | 1,700.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
This clears the marketplace receivable when cash is deposited into the bank account. Revenue and commission were already recorded separately when each sale and deduction occurred.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
The settlement entry is purely a balance sheet movement — cash replaces the marketplace receivable. Verify the bank deposit amount matches the net payout on the settlement statement to the cent. Any discrepancy must be investigated before clearing the receivable. Maintain a marketplace clearing account to stage gross receipts before netting for high-volume sellers.
⚠️ Audit Flags
The settlement entry should leave zero unreconciled balance in the Receivable: Marketplace account for the settled period. Residual balances indicate either unrecorded commissions, disputed transactions, or missing revenue entries. Bank reconciliation must tie the deposit amount to the settlement statement — not to the gross revenue figure.
📄 Required Documentation
Marketplace settlement statement, bank statement showing matching deposit, complete receivable reconciliation (opening balance + sales − commissions − other fees − cash settled = closing balance), and any dispute or hold documentation for amounts not yet settled.
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