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Sub-Consultant Cost Passed Through to Client (at Cost)

Billing the client exactly the sub-consultant's cost with no markup as a direct recharge.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Accounts Receivable (Sub-Consultant Recharge)Asset (+)8,000.00-
Sub-Consultant Revenue (Pass-Through)Revenue (+)-8,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Where the contract specifies pass-through at cost with no margin, the firm is acting as an agent for the specific sub-service. Under IFRS 15, if the firm is principal (controls the sub's output), gross revenue is recognized. If agent, only the margin is revenue. Pass-through at cost with no markup typically results in agent treatment and zero net margin on this line.

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