This checklist is designed to ensure a thorough analysis of the organization's cash position, providing insights into liquidity and cash flow management. It outlines steps to assess current cash balances, forecast future cash needs, and identify potential cash shortfalls.
Collect the most recent cash balance reports from all bank accounts to assess the current cash position.
Analyze expected incoming cash flows for the upcoming period, including receivables, sales forecasts, and other income sources.
Identify all scheduled outgoing cash obligations, including payroll, operational expenses, and loan repayments.
Project future cash needs based on planned expenditures and expected revenues to ensure enough liquidity.
Determine if there are any anticipated cash shortfalls by comparing forecasted cash inflows against outflows.
Develop strategies to manage cash effectively, such as delaying non-essential expenditures or arranging short-term financing.
Compile findings into a cash position report to share with management and stakeholders, outlining current cash status and forecasts.
Establish a schedule for regular review and adjustment of cash position forecasts to reflect changes in the business environment.