How to Record Loss on Fixed Price Contract
Immediate recognition of the entire projected loss on a firm-fixed-price contract per ASC 606 and government accounting standards.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Contract Revenue (Loss) | Expense | 250,000.00 | - |
| Provision for Loss on Contracts | Liability | - | 250,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When the current Estimate at Completion (EAC) exceeds the contract price, the total anticipated loss must be recognized in the period it becomes evident.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Monitor EAC in the project management module; manual journal entry required if automated loss recognition is not enabled.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant upward revisions in Estimate at Completion (EAC) during project reviews.
📄 Required Documentation
Updated EAC analysis, project status report, and variance analysis explanation.
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