IFRS 16 Leases

How to record lessor finance lease interest

Recognition of finance income by a lessor based on the net investment in a finance lease.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Lease ReceivableAsset650.00-
Lease Interest IncomeRevenue-650.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Finance income is recognized over the lease term using a constant periodic rate of return on the lessor's net investment.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Usually automated via the lease accounting sub-ledger.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Interest income not matching the effective interest rate schedule.

📄 Required Documentation

Amortization schedule showing the implicit interest rate.

Did you find the exact entry you were looking for?

Automate this entry with the JEH Accounting Suite

Stop doing manual entry. Our VBA-powered ERP automatically generates your ledgers, Trial Balance, and Financial Statements.

No Subscriptions. Own your data.

QA

Expert Analysis by Qusai Ahmad

General Accountant Supervisor & IFRS Specialist

Specialized in SAP GUI automation and Middle Eastern tax compliance. Building digital tools for the next generation of finance leaders.

LinkedIn Profile

Discussion & Community Questions

Loading comments...

Leave a comment (No sign-up required)