Cash float calculator

Count your till or petty cash tin note by note. Enter how many of each you have, and see the total and how far you are from your float.

How to count a float

1. Count each note and coin type separately and enter how many you have, not the dollar value.
2. Compare the total to your float. If you're over, take the extra out; if you're under, top it up.
3. For petty cash, the cash plus the receipts since the last top-up should equal the float. If not, try the shortfall finder.

How big should a float be?

For a till, enough small notes and coins to give change through the first busy hour, often $150 to $300 in a cafe or shop. For a petty cash tin, a few weeks of small purchases, often $100 to $300. Keep it the same every time so counts are easy to check.