Journal Entries needed to recognize revenue at the point of sale
Pat's Electronics Division sells computers through agents in various cities. Agents send orders and down payments to our company. The division then ships the goods F.O.B. shipping point directly to the customers. Revenue is recognized at the point of sale.
Additional Financial Data:
Orders for fiscal year 2012 $ 3,000,000
Down Payments collected in 2012 $ 300,000
Billed and shipped in 2012 $ 2,400,000
Freight billed in 2012 $ 70,000
Commissions paid to Agents (after ship to customer) 10%
Warranty Returns as % of Sales 1%