Transfer of Construction in Progress (CIP) to Operating Phase
Closing the construction account and recognizing the 'In-Service' Intangible Asset as the infrastructure project opens to the public.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intangible Asset - Concession Right (In-Service) | Asset (+) | 50,000,000.00 | - |
| Intangible Asset - Concession Right (Construction in Progress) | Asset (-) | - | 50,000,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
This entry marks the end of the Construction phase and the beginning of the Operations phase. All capitalized costs (direct labor, materials, capitalized interest, and construction margin) are consolidated. Amortization and the recording of toll/usage revenue begin the following day.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
The 'Depreciation/Amortization Start Date' is updated in the Asset module. For toll roads, the method is usually 'Units of Production' (Traffic Volume) rather than straight-line.
⚠️ Audit Flags
The 'Opening Date' must match the first day of revenue generation recorded in the tolling system.
📄 Required Documentation
Official opening certificate (ribbon cutting/engineer sign-off) and the final construction cost audit report.
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