How to Record Defense Contract Letter of Credit Fees
Recording the bank fees associated with maintaining a standby letter of credit as a performance guarantee for a government contract.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Contract Costs - Financial Fees | Expense | 1,500.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 1,500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Fees for letters of credit required by the contract are allowable direct costs if the contract requires such security in lieu of bonds or progress payment liquidations.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Charge fees to the specific contract project number in the project accounting module.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Allocation of project-specific letter of credit fees to a general G&A pool instead of direct charging.
📄 Required Documentation
Contract clause requiring the LOC, bank statement showing the fee, and copy of the LOC document.
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