How to Record Net Exercise of Stock Options
Records the exercise of stock options where the company withholds shares to cover the exercise price.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Paid-in Capital - Stock Options | Debit | 2,500.00 | - |
| Common Stock | Credit | - | 100.00 |
| Additional Paid-in Capital - Common Stock | Credit | - | 2,400.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
In a net exercise, the employee does not pay cash; instead, the company issues a net number of shares after subtracting those required to cover the strike price. The original fair value is moved to permanent equity.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Stock administration software should generate the net share calculation which is then recorded in the ERP.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between shares authorized for issuance and shares actually issued.
📄 Required Documentation
Exercise notice, net exercise calculation sheet, and updated cap table.
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