Skip to content

ERP glossary · Accounts

What is Petty cash?

Definition

Petty cash is a small amount of cash kept in the office to pay minor day-to-day expenses such as courier charges, tea and local travel.

It is usually run on an imprest basis: a fixed float is topped up when vouchers show it has been spent.

Petty cash in IndustryX

Petty cash accounts are included on every IndustryX plan.

Related terms

All glossary terms

Start running your business on IndustryX today

Free forever* for 2 users. Upgrade when you grow, and your data comes with you.