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End-of-Day Sales Reconciliation Checklist
Cash Management
Count the cash drawer and record total sales from cash transactions
Compare the counted cash to the expected cash total from the POS system
Investigate and record any discrepancies between actual cash and expected totals
Credit and Debit Card Reconciliation
Verify all credit and debit card transaction receipts
Match the POS system's card transaction totals with the payment processor's report
Address any chargebacks or disputed transactions
Sales Audit
Review and verify the accuracy of all sales transactions
Check for any voided or comped items and ensure they are accounted for
Confirm that all coupons, discounts, and promotions were applied correctly
Inventory Control
Update inventory levels based on the day's sales
Note any discrepancies between actual inventory and POS system data
Record wastage and returns, adjusting inventory levels accordingly
Tips and Gratuity Distribution
Calculate the total amount of tips collected from card transactions
Distribute tips to staff according to the restaurant's tipping policy
Ensure that all employees sign off on their tip amounts
Report Generation
Generate end-of-day sales report summarizing all transactions
Create detailed reports for each revenue center within the restaurant
Prepare a consolidated report for management review