month-heads-up

Forecast 30- or 60-day cash flow from Paywhere and QuickBooks balances.

Updated May 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/paywhereb/paywhere-claude-plugins --skill month-heads-up
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: month-heads-up
Source: https://github.com/paywhereb/paywhere-claude-plugins/tree/main/paywhere-smb/skills/month-heads-up
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paywhereb/paywhere-claude-plugins --skill month-heads-up

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Month-end surprises happen when owners can’t see near-term cash pressure early enough to chase invoices or manage upcoming bills, especially when payables and receivables move across multiple systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cash-flow snapshot across accounts: Combines Paywhere available/pending balances with QuickBooks receivables to establish “cash today” and incoming inflows.
  • Upcoming obligations forecasting: Pulls near-term recurring expenses from QuickBooks and identifies overdue/soon-due invoices that could create cash tightness.
  • Actionable, limited watch list: Highlights up to two specific items (chase now / defer or negotiate) based on the tightest projected week and buffer risk.
  • Safety-first operational guidance: Provides analysis without initiating payments or sending emails automatically.

Quick Start

Run month-heads-up and specify the horizon by saying: set month-heads-up with horizon 30 days.

Frequently Asked Questions about month-heads-up

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I forecast month-end cash flow using QuickBooks payables and receivables?

To forecast month-end cash flow, you combine your QuickBooks payables and receivables with account balances to project net cash over a 30- or 60-day horizon. This identifies tight weeks and flags month-end shortfall risks before obligations are due.

What's the best way to predict near-term cash tightness for small-business accounts receivable?

Predicting near-term cash tightness requires projecting upcoming QuickBooks expenses against incoming receivables and current balances. The process highlights the tightest projected week and outputs a watch list of invoices to chase or bills to negotiate.

Can I use my QuickBooks and Paywhere data for a 30-day cash outlook?

Yes, you can generate a 30-day cash outlook by pulling Paywhere account balances and QuickBooks receivables. It projects net cash against upcoming expenses to identify tight weeks and flag risks before month-end shortfalls occur.

How does combining Paywhere balances and QuickBooks receivables prevent month-end cash shortfalls?

Combining Paywhere balances and QuickBooks receivables prevents shortfalls by projecting net cash against upcoming obligations. It identifies the tightest week and generates a two-item watch list with conservative guardrails to manage outflows before due dates.

Does this cash-flow forecasting process automatically send invoices or initiate payments?

No, this cash-flow forecasting process does not automatically send invoices or initiate payments. It provides safety-first operational guidance by analyzing balances and payables to output a watch list, ensuring you retain manual control over all transactions.

When do I need a month-end cash-flow outlook for my small business?

You need a month-end cash-flow outlook when upcoming payables and receivables move across multiple systems, making it hard to see near-term cash pressure early enough to chase invoices or manage upcoming bills before a shortfall hits.