How to record short-term treasury bill purchase
Recording the purchase of a 90-day T-Bill at a discount to its face value.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-Term Investments - T-Bills | Asset | 98,500.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 98,500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
T-Bills are initially recorded at cost. The discount to face value is typically recognized as interest income over the life of the instrument.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use the Treasury Management System (TMS) to track 'amortized cost' and 'fair value' measurement types.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Classification errors between Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments (maturity > 90 days).
📄 Required Documentation
Trade confirmation note and CUSIP identifier details.
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