Revenue Recognition (ASC 606 / IFRS 15)

How to Record Custom Report Development Revenue

Recognition of revenue for the creation of bespoke data reports or dashboards for a software client.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Deferred RevenueLiability3,000.00-
Professional Services RevenueRevenue-3,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Deferred revenue is moved to the income statement once the custom report has been developed, delivered, and accepted by the user.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Milestone-based revenue recognition schedule in ERP.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Revenue recognized on work-in-progress reports that have not been delivered.

📄 Required Documentation

Statement of Work (SOW) and delivery acceptance sign-off.

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