Bank and Petty Cash: The Cycles That Make or Break Your Month-End

Cash is not just an entry in your ledger—it is the most visible measure of control, accuracy, and accountability. When the bank and petty cash cycles are properly managed, financial statements are clean, audits are smooth, and SARS stays off your back. But when they are not, everything else unravels. This article explores the practical steps, common pitfalls, and internal controls that bookkeepers must apply to protect their organisations from avoidable errors and preventable fraud.