Handling Petty Cash

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Any petty cash kept in the building should be in a locked file cabinet or safe and should be disbursed only upon submission of a written request.

• The starting balance should be reconciled monthly against withdrawals, and the petty cash amount added to as needed.
• Any removal of petty cash must be explained in writing or by a receipt.
• Hiding the petty cash in the back of a desk drawer is never a good idea.

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