Procedures for preparing change.

• A. No re-count is needed because it was counted yesterday
• B. Change should always be counted again during POS opening procedures
• C. Count only at the end of the day
• D. Count the change during the shift break

Answer: (B)

Starting with an accurate starting cash float is essential for accountability and smooth daily operations. Re-counting the change during POS opening procedures provides a verified starting point, catching any overnight or prior-shift discrepancies and ensuring the register has the correct amount to make change throughout the day. This practice helps detect errors, prevent shrinkage, and maintain alignment with cash-handling policies.

Relying on yesterday’s count can mask overnight changes, which means the starting balance could be wrong. Counting only at the end of the day doesn’t establish a known starting amount for the next shift. Counting during a shift break can disrupt the workflow and still won’t guarantee a consistent, verified starting float for the next opening.