How to Book Precious Metals Storage Fees
Journaling the fees charged to clients for the physical storage of gold, silver, or other bullion.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Client Cash Account | Asset | 300.00 | - |
| Custodial Storage Revenue | Revenue | - | 300.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Charging the client's cash account for the secure storage and insurance of physical precious metal holdings.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Asset management module with physical inventory tracking.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Inconsistencies between physical vault audits and storage fee billing.
📄 Required Documentation
Storage Agreement, Bullion Inventory Report, and Fee Invoice.
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