How to Record Price Index Revenue Adjustments
Accounting for revenue increases resulting from Consumer Price Index (CPI) or other inflation-linked contract clauses.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Receivable | Asset | 450.00 | - |
| Contract Revenue | Revenue | - | 450.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Revenue is adjusted prospectively when the price index trigger is met, representing a change in the transaction price for the remaining performance obligations.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use price books that support index-based multipliers for recurring billing.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Comparison of current billing rates against the original contract pricing and index data.
📄 Required Documentation
Original contract containing the CPI clause and the calculation sheet for the adjustment.
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