Oil & Gas

Deferred Tax — Development Capex (Accelerated Tax Depreciation)

Recording the deferred tax liability where accelerated tax depreciation on development assets exceeds accounting DD&A.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Deferred Tax Expense (Capex Timing)Expense (+)8,000,000.00-
Deferred Tax Liability (Development Assets)Liability (+)-8,000,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Many petroleum fiscal regimes allow 100% first-year capital allowance on development spending. Where accounting DD&A is spread over reserves life, the faster tax deduction creates a taxable temporary difference and DTL.

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