Investment Portfolio — Bond Coupon Income
Accruing semi-annual coupon interest on the insurer's bond portfolio.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accrued Interest Receivable (Bonds) | Asset (+) | 25,000.00 | - |
| Investment Income — Bond Interest | Revenue (+) | - | 25,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Insurers invest premium float in bonds, equities, and real estate. Investment income is the second major revenue stream after earned premium. Bond interest is accrued using the EIR method.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Bond interest accrual is calculated by the investment accounting system (Bloomberg AIM, SimCorp, SunGard, or similar) based on the face value, coupon rate, and number of days elapsed. The effective interest rate (EIR) is derived at purchase and applied throughout the bond's life. Interest accruals are posted to the GL monthly via an automated feed from the investment system. The accrued interest receivable is a separate line item from the bond's carrying value on the balance sheet.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors confirm that interest is accrued using the EIR method (not straight-line) where the difference is material — this is particularly relevant for bonds purchased at a premium or discount. Verify that accrued interest receivable balances are cleared promptly on coupon payment dates. Test a sample of bonds for correct EIR calculation and confirm coupon income against third-party bond data sources (Bloomberg, Reuters).
📄 Required Documentation
Investment portfolio listing with bond ISIN, face value, coupon rate, purchase price, and EIR; interest accrual calculation schedule; bank confirmations of coupon receipts; and investment policy confirming permitted bond types and duration limits.
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