Administering Cash Balances

Details

This course provides a structured approach to managing cash balances through accurate forecasting, reconciliation, and reporting. Participants will learn to evaluate cash positions, manage inflows and outflows, utilize treasury tools, and apply financial controls to maintain liquidity and minimize risk. Emphasis is placed on operational best practices, internal controls, and alignment with financial policies and cash flow requirements.

Target Group

Target Group:

• Treasury and cash management officers
• Accountants and finance professionals
• Public sector finance staff and fund administrators
• Financial controllers and auditors
• Budget officers and operations managers
  

Goals

• Understand the principles and goals of cash balance administration.
• Analyze and forecast cash flows to maintain optimal liquidity.
• Monitor and reconcile bank and book balances.
• Implement internal controls for cash handling and disbursement.
• Apply tools for short-term investment and surplus cash utilization.
• Prepare accurate and timely cash position reports.
  

Target Competencies

Target Competencies:

• Cash flow analysis and forecasting
• Reconciliation and balance monitoring
• Internal controls and compliance
• Liquidity and risk management
• Cash reporting and decision support
  

Outlines

Fundamentals of Cash Management

• Definition and importance of managing cash balances
• Relationship between liquidity, solvency, and profitability
• Key cash management policies and procedures
• Role of treasury in cash operations
• Understanding bank vs book balances

Cash Flow Forecasting and Planning

• Components of cash inflows and outflows
• Short-term vs long-term cash forecasting
• Forecasting techniques (historical, zero-based, rolling)
• Cash budget preparation and analysis
• Aligning forecasts with operational planning