Money Matters Radio Show #02 - Cash Reconciliation & Fraud Prevention Made (Surprisingly) Fun

Money Matters Radio Show #02 - Cash Reconciliation & Fraud Prevention Made (Surprisingly) Fun

Radio Show Summary

This week on Money Matters, we roll up our sleeves and get real about cash—how to track it, protect it, and keep it from slipping through the cracks. Kash the Bookkeeper breaks down the essentials of cash reconciliation across four episodes that will have you rethinking that dusty old checkbook (and maybe even laughing a little). From spotting fraud before it strikes to using reconciliation to stay audit-ready, you’ll learn how to make your business finances work for you instead of against you. Because let’s face it: if you don’t know where your money’s going, neither does your business.

Listen to This Radio Show

Tune in every

Monday at 12 PM ET and Tuesday at 5 AM ET

Check your local time with TimeBuddy to sync with your time zone.​

--> Click to Listen <--

Key Takeaways

[Episode 05] Cash Reconciliation 101: What It Is and Why Your Business Needs It

We kick things off by demystifying the world of cash reconciliation. Learn why this practice is critical and hear a jaw-dropping tale of spotting fraud in progress!

Key Takeaways:

  • Keep a sharp eye on those sneaky transactions—they might uncover fraud attempts.
  • Regular financial audits are your best friends. They've got your back, and your bank account's, too.
  • Investors, you gotta do your homework. Vigilance equals prevention.

[Episode 06] How to Reconcile Cash: Simple Steps to Avoid Costly Mistakes

Every business grows in phases. Kash breaks down how each stage—startup, growth, maturity, and exit—requires different financial strategies.


Key Takeaways:

  • Gather your financial documents before starting the reconciliation process.
  • Ensure your beginning balances align with your previous records for a smooth start.
  • Highlight discrepancies—much like life's lemons, let’s turn them into some financial lemonade.

[Episode 07] Catch Fraud Early: Why You Need Cash Reconciliation Done Right

Cash isn’t just king—it’s the whole royal family on your balance sheet! Discover why managing cash smartly can be your business's superpower.


Key Takeaways:

  • Cash drives everything… literally everything! Treat it like royalty.
  • Regular cash reconciliation is a shield against financial pitfalls.
  • Adopt consistent cash management practices—your future self will high-five you.

[Episode 08] Manual Reconciliation Made Easy (Even with Just Pen & Paper)

We wrap up by mastering the art of bank reconciliation and uncovering its powers in preventing fraud and ensuring your financial plan stays on track.


Key Takeaways:

  • Flow all transactions through business accounts for seamless tracking.
  • Have an independent party (not your 9th cousin) verify those reconciliations.
  • Regular reconciliations catch fraud faster than you can say "balance."

Meet Your Host

Kasfia “Kash” Rashid is an accounting consultant and educator with over 15 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and audit prep. As founder of Kash the Bookkeeper, she supports entrepreneurs—especially women and women of color—with the tools and clarity to take charge of their business finances. Her show Money Matters has helped business owners across 170+ countries understand and love their numbers. Kash brings personality, practicality, and a lot of heart to every episode.

Mentioned Resources:

  • IRS.gov (referenced during entity structure discussion)
  • Kash’s live workbook notes (referenced in-show)

Final Thoughts

Don't panic—no calculators were harmed in the making of this series. Kash keeps it light, practical, and 100% doable. Start with the episode that speaks to your biggest headache (maybe it’s tracking every dollar or figuring out what a “deposit in transit” even is). Grab a pen, your last bank statement, and hit play. You’ll be cash-confident in no time, and your future self will thank you for it.


Loving the show? Subscribe to Money Matters and drop a review to help others find Kash’s wisdom. Know someone starting a business? Share this week’s episodes to help them get it right from the start.

Push Play to Listen

Today's Schedule

Search Our Site

🎧 Join the Influence Radio™ Community

Get exclusive updates from our global network of purpose-driven hosts.
Each month, we spotlight powerful conversations, behind-the-scenes stories, and new opportunities to amplify your voice and expand your impact.

Copyright FeelGd, LLC

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED