How to Book Intercompany Prototyping Fees
Recording the costs associated with a regional R&D hub developing physical prototypes for a local subsidiary.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&D Expense - Prototyping | Debit | 15,000.00 | - |
| Intercompany Payable | Credit | - | 15,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Subsidiaries often recharge the direct materials and labor costs involved in creating prototypes to the entity that will ultimately benefit from the localized product design.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use project accounting modules to track individual prototype costs before intercompany billing.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant R&D spend without corresponding IP ownership or sales growth.
📄 Required Documentation
Detailed timesheets for engineers and bills of materials for the specific prototype.
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