15 May 2012
For a service provider it is TRUSTEE function. Better if it is shown under liability. (Few people book the service at gross value [nclusive of service tax]. In that case they debit service tax paid a/c
If you are eligible for Cenvat Credit of Service tax paid then the amount of Service tax paid will be debited to "Cenvat Credit Receivable A/c" under Loans & Advances".
If you are not eligible for Credit then expense shall be booked at gross amount inclusive of Service tax under respective head of expense.