Tax

Monthly Social Security (SSC) Contribution

Recording the company's portion and the employee's deduction for Social Security in Jordan.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Salaries & Wages ExpenseExpense (+)1,000.00-
SSC Expense (Employer Share)Expense (+)142.50-
SSC Payable (Total)Liability (+)-217.50
Cash / Salaries PayableAsset/Liability (-)-925.00

💡 Accountant's Note

In Jordan, the employer pays 14.25% and the employee pays 7.5%. This entry records the total cost to the company and the liability owed to the Social Security Corporation.

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