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Stock Option (ESOP) Vesting Expense

Recording the non-cash compensation expense as employee stock options vest over time.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Stock-Based Compensation ExpenseExpense (+)5,000.00-
APIC - Stock OptionsEquity (+)-5,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Even though no cash is paid, IFRS 2/ASC 718 requires companies to expense the 'Fair Value' of options given to employees as they earn them.

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