How to Record RSU Settlement in Cash
Records the settlement of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) using cash instead of issuing shares, typically for liability-classified awards.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSU Liability | Liability | 50,000.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 50,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When RSUs are classified as liabilities (e.g., due to cash-settlement features), the liability is remeasured to fair value at each reporting date and eventually cleared against cash upon payout.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Requires a sub-ledger to track unvested liability balances per participant.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancy between the fair value of the liability at settlement and the final cash payout.
📄 Required Documentation
Board approval for cash settlement and participant award agreements.
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