How to record sweep interest income
Recording the interest earned on funds automatically moved from a checking account into an interest-bearing sweep account.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash at Bank (Sweep Account) | Debit | 125.50 | - |
| Interest Income | Credit | - | 125.50 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Interest earned on the swept balance is recognized as income, increasing the cash balance in the sweep account.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Automate via bank statement interface mapping to interest income accounts.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between bank-calculated interest and ledger recognition.
📄 Required Documentation
Monthly bank sweep summary statement.
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