How to Record Time and Materials Revenue
Recording revenue for professional services where the customer is billed based on actual hours worked and expenses incurred.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Receivable | Asset | 12,500.00 | - |
| Service Revenue | Revenue | - | 12,500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Revenue is recognized as the entity performs the work, typically corresponding to the amount the entity has a right to invoice (the right to invoice practical expedient).
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Automate through Professional Services Automation (PSA) tools linked to the GL.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between signed timesheets and billed amounts.
📄 Required Documentation
Approved timesheets, expense reports, and master service agreement (MSA).
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