Professional Services

Incremental Contract Acquisition Cost Capitalized (IFRS 15)

Capitalizing the sales commission paid only upon winning a multi-year professional services contract.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Contract Acquisition Costs (Asset)Asset (+)6,000.00-
Commissions PayableLiability (+)-6,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Under IFRS 15.91, incremental costs to obtain a contract (commissions paid only on winning) are capitalized if they are recoverable and the contract exceeds 12 months. They are amortized over the expected contract period — here 24 months at JOD 250/month.

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