How to Record Site Readiness Penalties
Recording liquidated damages or penalties paid to a customer when the seller fails to meet site readiness deadlines.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | Revenue | 1,200.00 | - |
| Accounts Payable | Liability | - | 1,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Payments to customers are generally treated as a reduction of the transaction price and thus reduce revenue rather than being recorded as an expense.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Manual journal entry to contra-revenue or automated deduction from the billing schedule.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Project delays identified in project management software not reflected in revenue adjustments.
📄 Required Documentation
SLA agreement and penalty calculation worksheet.
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