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Read your textbook and other peer-reviewed publications, write a minimum of three (3) pages of high quality well-written APA formatted standard about the following scenario. Please keep in mind that this assignment is quantitative, therefore do not forget to use the figures and charts. Built-Tight is preparing its master budget for the quarter ended September 30. Budgeted sales and cash payments for product costs for the quarter follow. Sales are 20% cash and 80% on credit. All credit sales are collected in the month following the sale. The June 30 balance sheet includes balances of $15,000 in cash; $45,000 in accounts receivable; $4,500 in accounts payable; and a $5,000 balance in loans payable. A minimum cash balance of $15,000 is required. Loans are obtained at the end of any month when a cash shortage occurs. Interest is 1% per month based on the beginning-of-the-month loan balance and is paid at each month-end. If an excess balance of cash exists, loans are repaid at the end of the month. Operating expenses are paid in the month incurred and consist of sales commissions (10% of sales), office salaries ($4,000 per month), and rent ($6,500 per month). Prepare a cash budget for each of the months of July, August, and September. (Round amounts to the dollar.)

Paper For Above instruction

The preparation of a detailed cash budget is essential for efficient financial management, especially for a company like Built-Tight that relies heavily on accurate cash flow forecasting to meet its operational needs. This paper explores the steps involved in constructing a monthly cash budget for the third quarter, considering projected sales, expenses, collection policies, and financing activities, with an emphasis on maintaining the minimum cash balance requirement.

At the outset, understanding the sales and collection pattern is fundamental. Built-Tight forecasts quarterly sales, with 20% of sales collected in cash during the same month and 80% on credit, collected in the subsequent month. This collection methodology affects the timing of cash inflows and must be accurately modeled to ensure cash sufficiency. Based on the provided figures, the company’s cash inflows for each month will depend heavily on prior month receivables, making it necessary to keep track of accounts receivable balances and collections.

The company's existing balances as of June 30 provide a starting point. With $15,000 in cash and $45,000 in receivables, along with payable and loan balances, the budget must incorporate these figures to project month-end cash positions. Operating expenses, including sales commissions (10% of sales), office salaries, and rent, are predictable and paid monthly, simplifying expense modeling. Additionally, the company plans to finance any cash shortfalls through loans, which incur interest at 1% monthly on the loan balance, with payments at the end of each month.

The methodology involves calculating expected cash receipts, disbursements, and determining whether borrowing is necessary. For each month—July, August, and September—the cash inflows are projected from cash sales and collections of prior month credit sales. Outflows include operating expenses and payments on existing and new loans. If the cash balance falls below $15,000 at month-end, a new loan is taken to bridge the gap. Conversely, if excess cash exists, it is used to repay loans, thus minimizing interest expenses.

Creating the monthly cash budget entails detailed calculations for each period, summarizing beginning cash balances, receipts, disbursements, borrowings, and repayments. The inclusion of figures and charts visually aids comprehension, illustrating the cash flow cycle and highlighting critical periods of cash shortages or surpluses. Effective cash management through this budget ensures that Built-Tight maintains adequate liquidity to meet operational needs and avoid costly financing during shortfalls.

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