How to Record Expedited Payout Fees
Accounting for the convenience fee charged to sellers who request an immediate bank transfer rather than the standard payout cycle.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seller Payable | Liability | 5.00 | - |
| Ancillary Service Revenue | Revenue | - | 5.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
The fee is deducted from the seller's available balance at the time of payout, converting a portion of the payout liability into service revenue.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Map the 'instant payout' flag in the payment processor to this revenue account.
⚠️ Audit Flags
High volume of manual payout adjustments without corresponding fee revenue.
📄 Required Documentation
Transaction log showing payout timestamp and fee calculation.
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