How to record Stage 3 interest income
Recording interest income for credit-impaired financial assets using the effective interest rate applied to the net carrying amount.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Asset at Amortized Cost | Asset | 800.00 | - |
| Interest Income (P&L) | Revenue | - | 800.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Under IFRS 9, for Stage 3 (credit-impaired) assets, interest income is calculated by applying the effective interest rate to the amortized cost, which is the gross carrying amount minus the loss allowance.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Requires the system to switch interest calculation logic from gross balance to net balance upon asset status change to Stage 3.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Consistency between the impairment status (Stage 3) and the interest calculation basis (net vs gross).
📄 Required Documentation
Amortization schedule showing the calculation based on net carrying amount and evidence of Stage 3 classification.
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