How to record FX loss on customer prepayments
Revaluation of a foreign currency customer deposit liability at the period-end spot rate.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unrealized FX Loss | Expense | 850.00 | - |
| Customer Deposits (Foreign) | Liability | - | 850.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Customer prepayments are non-monetary items under some frameworks but are often revalued as monetary liabilities if refundable. This entry records the increased liability due to currency depreciation.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Check the 'Monetary' flag in the chart of accounts for the deposit account.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Inconsistent treatment of prepayments as monetary vs non-monetary items.
📄 Required Documentation
Customer sub-ledger report and month-end spot rate table.
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