Tax Accounting

How to record DTA for 267 interest limitation

Record a deferred tax asset for accrued interest owed to a related party that is not deductible under Section 267 until actually paid.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Deferred Tax AssetAsset12,000.00-
Income Tax Benefit (Deferred)Revenue-12,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Section 267 prevents a deduction for interest owed to a related party until the period the interest is includible in the payee's income, creating a temporary difference.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Tag related party transactions in the ERP to identify potential Section 267 limitations automatically.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Intercompany loan balances with unpaid interest at fiscal year-end.

📄 Required Documentation

Intercompany loan agreements, interest accrual calculations, and proof of payment timing.

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