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Cash Flow Planning
Cannabis operators carry inventory-heavy balance sheets and federal tax obligations calculated on income before most operating expenses. Cash planning is therefore less optional here than in most industries.

Thirteen-Week Forecasting
A rolling weekly forecast covering receipts, payroll, vendor payments, tax remittances, and debt service gives enough warning to act. Forecast versus actual review each week improves accuracy quickly.
- Weekly receipts and disbursements by category
- Tax remittance calendar built into the forecast
- Scenario view for slower wholesale collection
Working Capital and Inventory
Inventory turns, wholesale receivable aging, and vendor terms determine how much cash is locked in the cycle. Small changes in turns often free more cash than expense reduction.
Cash Handling Controls
Where meaningful cash is handled, dual control, documented counts, sealed transport procedures, and reconciliation to deposits protect both assets and reporting accuracy.
Tax Reserve Discipline
Setting aside estimated federal and state obligations as they accrue prevents the recurring pattern of a profitable year with no cash available at filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why does a profitable cannabis business run short on cash?
- Because inventory absorbs cash and federal taxable income is computed without most operating deductions. Book profit and available cash can diverge substantially.
- How often should the forecast be updated?
- Weekly for the near-term forecast, with the annual model refreshed monthly or when circumstances change materially.
- Do you help with banking relationships?
- We prepare the financial documentation institutions request. We do not place accounts or provide banking or investment advice.
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