How to Book Family Office Service Charges
Recording internal fees charged to UHNW clients for bespoke family office administrative and lifestyle management services.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Client Current Account | Liability | 15,000.00 | - |
| Service Revenue - Family Office | Revenue | - | 15,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Family office charges are debited directly from the client's cash liquidity held at the bank, reducing the bank's liability to the client and increasing fee-based revenue.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Revenue is usually recognized in the 'Miscellaneous Services' module of the core banking system.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant variances between contracted hourly rates and billed totals in the sub-ledger.
📄 Required Documentation
Executed Service Level Agreement (SLA) and monthly activity log signed by the Relationship Manager.
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