Revenue Recognition (ASC 606 / IFRS 15)

How to Record Data Enrichment Service Revenue

Record revenue for providing additional data points or intelligence to a customer's existing database.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
CashAsset1,500.00-
Service RevenueRevenue-1,500.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Revenue is recognized at the point in time when the enriched data file is delivered and accepted by the customer, fulfilling the performance obligation.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Revenue recognition trigger should be the completion status of the data processing batch.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Large data transfers near quarter-end without proof of delivery.

📄 Required Documentation

Data delivery receipt or log showing the transfer of the enriched dataset to the client.

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