How to Record LC Discrepancy Fee Recovery
Records the recovery of LC discrepancy fees originally paid by the applicant but subsequently charged back to the beneficiary.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Payable - Supplier | Debit | 75.00 | - |
| Trade Finance Expense (Recovery) | Credit | - | 75.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
If a supplier presents non-compliant documents under an LC, the bank's discrepancy fees are often deducted from the supplier's payment.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Create a debit memo against the vendor record to reduce the outstanding payable balance.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Inconsistent netting of fees against supplier payments without clear debit notes.
📄 Required Documentation
Bank discrepancy advice and communication notifying the beneficiary of the charge-back.
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