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Discussions about trends, insights and emerging issues impacting the accounts payable and payment functions

business management

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09:28

How to Find Mistakes in Accounts Payable

APNow ·

2023/08/11

re you tired of mistakes in your accounts payable process? Are you determined to find the potential hot spots where errors might occur so you can root them about before they can create havoc in your financials. I've got a strategy that can help and put you and your team on the road to success in your accounts payable operations. This is the ultimate guide everyone needs to ensure they stop as many errors as is humanly (and technologically) possible. Make sure you stick around until the end when we

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10:03

8 Things to NEVER Say in an Accounting/AP Job...

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2023/08/08

Have you ever considered that your words could be the deciding factor between landing that dream job and getting a polite, 'We'll be in touch'? Let’s say you've meticulously crafted your resume and your LinkedIn profile, highlighting your skills, experience, etc. You’ve managed to secure an interview at your dream company (or one that has an opening you’re qualified for) and everything is going along pretty well. You’ve even got some repertoire with the interviewer, your potential boss. And then

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03:40

Accounts Payable Process: Common Worst Three-Way...

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2023/08/03

Worst practices for the three-way match process in accounts payable or accounting can mean the difference between paying exactly what you owe and paying a lot more on your invoices. Sadly, they are all too common. The three-way match is a process that businesses use to ensure that the goods or services they receive match what they ordered, as well as what they are being billed for payment. This process helps to prevent errors and fraud and is an important part of a business's financial management

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07:53

Accounts Payable Minimalist

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2023/08/01

What is an Accounts Payable Minimalist? Someone who strips out all the interruptions and non-value add work so they can focus on the important issues at hand. In the case of AP, that refers to the processing of invoices accurately and quickly, avoiding fraud (especially new ones), complying with all regulatory mandates (of which there are many) and selectively and efficiently incorporating new technology to help achieve their mission in the most cost-effective manner. The minimalist can be the

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06:15

Bank Reconciliations Best Practices

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2023/07/27

Bank recs, or rather the reconciliations of bank statements are a key part of any accounting/accounts payable/treasury best practice operation. They are critical for detecting fraud and identifying unauthorized transactions and more. And by the way, this is true both for organizations and for individuals. Ignore this tedious task and you put your finances (or your organization’s finances) so at great risk. We’re going to review several best practices related to the handling of bank recs. Make sure

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17:47

Invoice Automation: The Overlooked PDF Problem

APNow ·

2023/07/25

Are you ready to take your AP and invoice automation to the next level? Join us for an eye-opening discussion with the knowledgeable Dan French, as we delve into the true potential of these automation models once implemented. With both of us firmly agreeing on the significance of automation in today's business landscape, this talk promises to offer valuable insights and real-world experiences. #accountspayable #automation #invoiceautomation As we all know, PDFs play a pivotal role in many automation

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22:23

FedNow Basics for Accounts Payable [Instant Payments]

APNow ·

2023/07/20

FedNow: The Future of Corporate Payments Unveiled. FedNow, the groundbreaking new development in the corporate payment landscape is now here. But what does it mean for the accounting, finance, treasury and accounts payable professionals responsible for making payments on behalf of their companies. Join us for a journey through the corridors of FedNow, peering into the future of finance and payments. We’re joined today by Kevin Olsen, the payments professor to learn what to do and more importantly,

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04:35

Overlooked AP Internal Controls

APNow ·

2023/07/18

Are your accounts payable internal controls protecting you from unseen dangers, or are they leaving you exposed to financial disasters? Discover the hidden vulnerabilities in accounts payable internal controls that could expose your organization to risks and potential losses. From errors and duplicate payments to fraud, these often-ignored areas create a breeding ground for financial disaster. Join Mary Schaeffer, founder of AP Now, as she sheds light on three common control mistakes and unveils a

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23:34

P Card Fraud How to Prevent It

APNow ·

2023/07/13

Discover Shocking P-Card Fraud Cases: Learn How Executives, Employees, and Managers Exploit Company Credit Cards. Join Lynn Larson, Commercial Card Industry Expert, as she unveils real-life fraud examples and reveals prevention strategies. Don't miss out on the eye-opening story shared by Lynn at the end - it's likely happened in your organization too. Watch now for insights into the 11 types of commercial cards in use. #p-cards #accountspayable #payments Of course, she’ll also educate us on how the

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18:46

Accounts Payable and Its Surprising Complexity

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2023/07/11

The hard working accounts payable teams at many organizations are really doing a lot more complex work than their bosses realize. They need to not only know best practices, they have to stay up-to-date on a wide array of regulatory issues, change processes to protect against an ever-growing number of frauds, and diplomatically deal with a number of different employees and suppliers who don’t abide by company policies. #accountspayable #accountspayableprocess #accountspayablebestpractices I really

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05:22

Accounts Payable Interview Questions and Answers for...

APNow ·

2023/07/04

It goes without saying that interviews are stressful, even for the most experienced professional. That’s why, we’ve collected a handful of questions likely to be asked on an interview for an accounts payable position and crafted answers. These are related to the accounting/basic process part of the interview. If you have answers to likely questions planned ahead of time, some of the anxiety associated with these encounters can be eliminated. This ultimate guide to accounts payable interview

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02:40

B2B Payment Options: Pros and Cons

APNow ·

2023/07/03

Every organization has a handful of tools it can use to make payments. We’ll take a look at four of the more popular options, explaining the advantages and disadvantages associated with it. Most importantly, we’ll suggest alternatives that might be more efficient or more cost effective. Make sure to stick around until the end when we share ways to use the payment alternative that is not only growing in popularity, is most commonly used in other parts of the world. It’s something every payment

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14:52

The Dos and Don’ts of P-card Rebates

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2023/06/29

I am a big fan of having no cash in the expense world, in fact, it’s part of the reason why you should buy everything with credit cards. Not, of course, stuff that should be invoiced, but stuff you might be tempted to pay cash for. Now, I know a lot of folks agree with me on this, but sometimes for a different reason, they are hoping to build the rebate. Recharged Education’s Lynn Larson, who is joining me today, is probably cringing as I am talking about building P-card rebates. Given the

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09:41

ACH Explained: The Four Types of ACH Payments

APNow ·

2023/06/27

What’s an ACH? We’ll delve into the world of ACH, providing an explanation of the four different types of ACH transactions. We’ll include many real-life examples so you can not only understand how ACH works but also see how you can use ACH in your own business operations as well as your personal life. IAre you tired of tedious manual processes and endless paperwork associated with paying with paper checks? Then this is the session for you. Make sure you stick around until the end when we share some

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02:58

How to Calculate Early Payment Discounts

APNow ·

2023/06/22

Early payment discounts are the holy grail of the finance, accounting and accounts payable world. In this episode we’ll explain exactly how to calculate them. They are so important that one accounts payable manager explained that “the only mortal sin in her boss’s eyes is missing an early payment discount. Stick around until the end when we explain why. #accountspayable #payments #invoices #discounts Link to 5 Ways to Earn More Early Payment Discounts https://youtu.be/8dxvSdlOZ6g Looking for more

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08:59

Three Way Match Documents Reviewed [Mistakes to Avoid]

APNow ·

2023/06/20

As a savvy accounting and finance professional, you know that the "three-way match" is the Holy Grail of accuracy when it comes to processing invoices for payment. But there are so many little places that errors can slip in – errors that lead to an organization paying more than it should or even worse, paying for something it shouldn’t. These extra or erroneous payments come right off the bottom line, making your organization less profitable, and hence less competitive than it should be. Make sure

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13:04

Surcharges on Credit Cards 2023

APNow ·

2023/06/15

In a small but growing number, to the horror of many card advocates, some suppliers are charging a surcharge if their customers want to use a card to pay. This is sometimes referred to as Merchant Surcharge fee or checkout fee. This is happening both in the consumer space and in the B2B world as well. Industry expert Lynn Larson is here today to help sort out fact from fiction in the surcharge space, as well as what you can do and CANNOT do in this regard. Make sure you stick around until the end

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02:03

Electronic Invoice Definition [Expert Insights]

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2023/06/13

Think you know what an e-invoice is? You may be surprised. What is an electronic invoice or what is an e-invoice is a hotly debated topic. Even the experts sometimes disagree on the simple issue of what is an e-invoice. This issue is a serious one for global organizations and anyone impacted by ViDA proposals. This is an issue every finance and accounting (especially AP and AR) must be up to date on. This short excerpt comes from a longer discussion between AP Association’s Jamie Radford, Pagero’s

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31:45

Navigating Success: Insider Conversations [Accounting...

APNow ·

2023/06/08

Wonder what career steps led two successful career executives to start and association and a content creation and education business focused on issues related to accounts payable? Do you think their experiences were very different than your own? Do you think that they never did anything stupid or made mistakes? Think again. As part of AP Appreciation Week, Jamie and Mary sat down for an interview with Stewart Giffith where they shared the lessons they’ve learned on their career journey. You may be

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07:40

What Is Your Greatest Weakness Interview Question:...

APNow ·

2023/06/06

This session focuses on the what is your greatest weakness interview question. It is one of the most frequently asked accounting interview questions. This is part of a sporadic series on interview questions and responses for those who work in, manage or have responsibility for an accounts payable, accounting, finance, payment or treasury function. Link to Advance Your Career in Accounting and Accounts Payable with These Essential Skills https://youtu.be/AI5T4GXcPh0 The accounts payable invoice

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