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What should an accountant do who is responsible for errors that caused his company a loss of 10,0 Egyptian Pounds, does not possess the amount to repay it, and wishes to leave his job, knowing that his end-of-service benefits might enable him to repay if he receives them?

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If the employee is entitled to an end-of-service bonus, as acknowledged by the employer, then he may deduct the mentioned amount (10,0 pounds) from it, with the remainder owed by the employer. This falls under the principle of "securing one's right." However, if his entitlement to the bonus is not certain, or if there is a dispute with the employer, then he is not considered to have secured his right, and his liability for the amount remains until he repays it or obtains a release from the employer.

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