Oil & Gas
Royalty Expense — Government / Land Owner
Recording the royalty payable on gross production to the government or mineral rights owner.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty Expense | Expense (+) | 1,200,000.00 | - |
| Royalties Payable | Liability (+) | - | 1,200,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Royalties are typically 10-20% of gross production value, paid to the party that owns the mineral rights. They are expensed as production occurs and represent the cost of accessing the resource.
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