How to record a capital lease ROU asset
Initial recognition of a Right-of-Use asset and lease liability for finance-type leases under ASC 842.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Right-of-Use Asset | Asset | 100,000.00 | - |
| Lease Liability | Liability | - | 100,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
The asset is recorded at the present value of future lease payments at the commencement date.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Most ERPs have a lease accounting module to automate the amortization and liability reduction schedules.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between lease contract interest rates and incremental borrowing rates used for PV calculation.
📄 Required Documentation
Signed lease agreement, present value calculation worksheet, and borrowing rate justification.
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