Cash inflows and outflows must next be compared to assess the planned cash position throughout the period. To make this comparison. the treasurer had to develop another input-the probable starting cash balance(actual on January 1, 1912. The treasurer estimated it at $54,000 and proceeded to develop Schedule 55 “Comparison of Estimated Cash Receipts and Disbursements.” prior to financing
The last column in Schedule 55, “ Ending Cash Balance," indicates a favorable able cash position for each period except one. At March 31 there is a cash deficit of $23,261 indicating a need for financing. Estimated cash balances for the following periods suggest that a short-term bank loan would protect the cash position. After consideration of all factors involved, the treasurer decided that the following short-term financing should be included in the cash budget.
The schedules relating to the cash budget illustrated in this chapter are primarily computation schedules. The format of the cash budget should be adapted to enhance understanding and communications There is no single universal format.