How to book claims bordereau fund interest
Recording interest earned on carrier-owned funds held in a claims loss fund account, where the MGA is entitled to keep the interest.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claims Loss Fund - Restricted Asset | Asset | 250.00 | - |
| Interest Income - Fiduciary Funds | Revenue | - | 250.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Under many binder agreements, an MGA manages a loss fund for claims. If the agreement allows the MGA to retain interest earned on those balances, it is recognized as non-operating revenue.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use a specialized trust accounting module to track interest credits to the loss fund sub-ledger.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Unauthrozied retention of interest where binder agreements require interest to be credited to the carrier.
📄 Required Documentation
Bank interest statement, binder agreement clauses regarding interest ownership.
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