Professional Services

Disbursements / Out-of-Pocket Expenses — Client Recharged

Recharging travel, printing, courier, and filing fees to the client under the engagement letter.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Accounts Receivable (Disbursements Invoice)Asset (+)850.00-
Disbursement Recovery RevenueRevenue (+)-850.00
Travel & Disbursement Expense (Gross)Expense (+)850.00-
Cash / Accounts PayableAsset/Liability (−)-850.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Disbursements are presented gross — full expense and full recovery revenue. Netting is not permitted under IFRS 15 if the firm controls the service (e.g., arranges travel on behalf of the client). Gross presentation shows the true cost and recovery.

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