Revenue Recognition (ASC 606 / IFRS 15)

How to Record Advisory Board Fee Revenue

Recording revenue for providing professional advisory personnel to a client's internal board.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Accounts ReceivableAsset3,000.00-
Service RevenueRevenue-3,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Revenue is recognized as the advisory services are rendered, typically monthly as the time-based performance obligation is met.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Capture via professional services automation (PSA) time logs.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Unbilled revenue at year-end for meetings already attended.

📄 Required Documentation

Advisory agreement and board meeting minutes or attendance records.

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