How to Record Progress Payment Liquidation
Records the recovery of previously paid progress payments against a final delivery invoice under FAR 52.232-16.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Receivable | Asset | 20,000.00 | - |
| Progress Payments Unliquidated | Liability | 80,000.00 | - |
| Contract Revenue | Revenue | - | 100,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When a contractor delivers an item, the government liquidates previously issued progress payments. This entry reduces the unliquidated progress payment balance and records the net receivable for the remaining invoice value.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Requires automated liquidation logic in the billing module to track cumulative unliquidated balances.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Incorrect liquidation rates applied to the gross invoice amount.
📄 Required Documentation
DD250 Material Inspection and Receiving Report and the Progress Payment Master Log.
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