How to Record Initial Marketplace Sale with Escrow
Initial receipt of funds from a buyer for a third-party transaction where the platform acts as an agent.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash - Escrow Account | Asset | 1,000.00 | - |
| Funds Held for Sellers | Liability | - | 1,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When a buyer pays for a product on a marketplace, the cash is held in a restricted escrow account, creating a corresponding liability to the seller until the transaction is finalized.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Automate through payment gateway webhooks linking transaction IDs to liability sub-ledgers.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between bank escrow balances and internal sub-ledgers for seller liabilities.
📄 Required Documentation
Payment gateway receipt and buyer transaction confirmation.
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