How to Record Bill-and-Hold Revenue
Recognition of revenue when an entity bills a customer for a product but retains physical possession until a later date.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Receivable | Asset | 5,000.00 | - |
| Revenue | Revenue | - | 5,000.00 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | Expense | 3,000.00 | - |
| Inventory | Asset | - | 3,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Revenue is recognized because control has transferred to the customer. Criteria include: the reason must be substantive, the product must be identified separately as the customer's, and the product must be ready for physical transfer.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Inventory must be flagged as 'Customer Owned' or moved to a virtual warehouse to prevent double-counting.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Inventory still physically present in the warehouse while revenue is recognized; lack of a customer-requested delay.
📄 Required Documentation
Written request from the customer for the bill-and-hold arrangement and proof of product readiness.
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