How to Record Marketplace Referral Credits
Recording the marketing expense and the corresponding liability when a buyer earns credit for referring a new user to the platform.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing Expense - Referrals | Expense | 25.00 | - |
| Customer Credit Liability | Liability | - | 25.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
The platform incurs a marketing cost to acquire the new user, creating a liability to the referrer that must be tracked until redeemed or expired.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Integrate the referral software with the GL to record credits in real-time.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Large amounts of unexpired credits remaining on the books indefinitely.
📄 Required Documentation
Referral program terms and conditions and usage reports.
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