How to book bad debt reserve for premiums
Establishing a provision for premium receivables that are unlikely to be collected from insureds.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Debt Expense - Premium | Expense | 3,200.00 | - |
| Allowance for Doubtful Premium Accounts | Contra-Asset | - | 3,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
This entry reflects the estimated loss on agency-billed premiums where the broker remains liable to the carrier but cannot collect from the client.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Link the allowance account to the premium receivable aging report for automatic calculation.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Large write-offs occurring shortly after a reporting period ends.
📄 Required Documentation
Aging report and bad debt methodology memo.
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