How to record dividend on FVTOCI equity
Recognition of dividend income from equity investments that have been irrevocably designated at FVTOCI.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Receivable | Asset | 1,200.00 | - |
| Dividend Income (P&L) | Revenue | - | 1,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Even though fair value changes for FVTOCI equity instruments are recorded in OCI, dividends are recognized in profit or loss unless they clearly represent a recovery of part of the cost of the investment.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Map dividend income accounts to P&L even when the underlying asset's valuation is mapped to OCI.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Dividends recognized in OCI instead of P&L or dividends that represent a return of capital recorded as income.
📄 Required Documentation
Public announcement of dividend or dividend voucher from the investee.
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