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Simplify Holiday Spending with Float

Year-end doesn’t have to be stressful. With Float your business can make year-end a little less stressful and a little more merry.

November 28, 2024


The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and a bit of indulgence. But for finance teams, it can also mean juggling higher expenses and seamlessly managing every transaction. With Float, holiday spending is easier and more efficient—so you can focus on the festivities. Here’s how Float empowers teams to spend smarter this season:

Handle Last-Minute Holiday Party Expenses with Ease

Holiday parties are all about celebrating—but they often come with unexpected, last-minute expenses. Whether it’s arranging last-minute transportation, covering a surprise vendor fee, or buying additional supplies, Float Cards ensure these costs are managed effortlessly. With real-time spend tracking and instant approvals, your team can handle any unplanned holiday costs without breaking a sweat—keeping the focus on the festivities, not the finances.

Tip: Create virtual cards so your team can catch an Uber – Creating Virtual Float Cards
Tip: Add virtual cards to your mobile wallet to pay up to CAD$250 at vendors accepting contactless payment – Adding Float cards to Mobile Wallets

Top-Up for the Team Dinner in Seconds

Celebrating at a restaurant with the team? Holiday dinners can be memorable but may exceed preset spending limits. Float’s instant card top-ups ensure your team won’t face any interruptions at the table. Need a quick limit increase? It’s just a few clicks away, so your team can focus on sharing laughs and good food, not dealing with awkward payment delays.

Tip: Enable your managers and spenders to request top-ups for last-minute celebrations – Setting/Editing limits on Float cards

Streamlined Travel for Out-of-Town Parties

For employees traveling to attend holiday celebrations, Float’s Virtual Cards make booking flights and hotels simple. Set up a card in seconds and manage travel expenses with ease. With precise spending controls and real-time tracking, you’ll always know where the budget stands—even when your team is on the go.

Tip: Create virtual cards to book flights and hotels rooms – Creating Virtual Float Cards

Hassle-Free Reimbursements for Every Holiday Scenario

Not every employee has a Float card? No problem! Float’s Reimbursement tool makes it easy for employees to submit their holiday expenses and get paid back quickly. Whether it’s a festive outfit, client gifts, or a holiday lunch, reimbursing team members is as simple as uploading a receipt.

Tip: Set up direct payout to get reimbursed without delays – Configuring Direct Payouts for Reimbursements

A Holiday Win for Finance Teams

The benefits of Float go beyond the employee experience—Finance teams and admins love it too. With Float, finance professionals gain real-time visibility into every transaction, ensuring complete oversight during the busiest time of year. Automated spend policies eliminate manual approvals and reduce admin headaches, while integration with accounting software keeps everything organized.

This means fewer surprises during month-end reconciliation and more time to focus on strategic planning—or maybe even enjoying some holiday cheer themselves!

Why Float?

Float makes holiday spending stress-free with smart corporate cards, instant approvals, and automated controls. It’s a modern solution designed for finance teams and employees who want to celebrate without the usual headaches.


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Luke Melenberg

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