Accounting · Revenue Recognition
How should a seller account for a settlement discount if the credit customer is NOT expected to take advantage of the prompt payment terms at the date of the invoice?
- 1The discount should only be recognized when the cash is received, regardless of initial expectations.
- 2The invoice should be prepared for the full amount (after trade discounts), and if the customer pays early, the difference is debited to Revenue.✓
- 3The settlement discount should be recorded as a separate 'Discount Allowed' expense in the Statement of Profit or Loss.
- 4The revenue should be recorded net of the settlement discount initially, and adjusted if the discount is not taken.
Correct answer
The invoice should be prepared for the full amount (after trade discounts), and if the customer pays early, the difference is debited to Revenue.
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