How to Cash Up at the End of the Day
Cash-up is the daily habit of checking that till records match what is in the drawer and what was paid by card.
Start with opening cash
Opening cash is the float in the till before sales begin. It should be recorded when the till is opened.
Add cash sales
Cash sales increase the expected cash in the drawer. Card sales should be kept separate because they are not physical cash.
Record cash in and cash out
Cash added to or removed from the drawer should have an amount and reason so the expected cash stays accurate.
Count the drawer
At the end of the day, count physical cash and compare it with expected cash. Any difference should be recorded with notes.
Use the close as a reset point
A clean close means tomorrow starts with a clear opening cash amount and a traceable record of yesterday.
FAQ
What if counted cash does not match expected cash?
Record the difference and notes. The goal is a clear record, not hiding the variance.
Should card totals be included in cash?
No. Card totals should be tracked separately from physical cash in the drawer.
Can franchisetech open a cash drawer?
A cloud app can only attempt this through a configured local connector. Without one, staff should open the drawer manually.