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Most AP automation projects don’t fail because of the solution purchased — they fail because of a few predictable, easy to fix issues inside the AP process. Whether you’re looking for a new AP automation solution or trying to rescue one you already have, the same failure points show up again and again.

Today, I’m breaking down the real reasons AP automation fails and the simple fixes that prevent these break...

Most people can do Accounts Payable… but very few can explain the core concepts clearly. And that’s exactly what separates average AP staff from true professionals. In this video, I’m breaking down 10 essential Accounts Payable concepts that instantly reveal whether someone actually knows what they’re doing — from invoice processing fundamentals to vendor management, 3‑way matching, accruals, internal...

Everyone thinks AP is just “paying bills” — until they have to manage it. Then they discover how complicated and far reaching the function really is. Let’s take a quick look at the seven core components that make AP management far more challenging than it first appears. How important is it that you get what I’m about to discuss right? I know of several organizations that had their AP function so messed...

you work in, manage or have responsibility for accounts payable in the US or for a US organization, you need to understand a handful of IRS tax forms. You don’t have to be experts – unless of course, they are your primary responsibility – but you do have to know what they are and when each should be used. And, I’m here to not only share that information with you but to tell you, it’s not that difficult...

f you can read an invoice quickly and accurately, you instantly become one of the most valuable people in AP. They never miss the red flags that signal an inaccurate or worse fraudulent invoice. Here are the 8 checks the successful pros never skip. Link to 5 Quick Tips for Faster Invoice Processing https://youtu.be/ozS8bBmSL_4 Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1 Looki...

Stop viewing accounts payable as simple data entry. Learn why accounts payable is a vital function for cash flow and your finance career. Many professionals misunderstand the strategic value of accounts payable. This overview clarifies why this department sits at the center of company operations, rather than acting as a back-office task. If you are starting in accounting or looking to pivot, understanding these systems provides a s...

Have you ever wondered if Accounts Payable is actually a good career path? Can you grow beyond data entry? And how do people move from entry level position in AP to Manager — or even into senior finance leadership? Or other roles. In this video, we’re breaking down the Accounts Payable Career Path from start to finish. And to be clear, not everyone starts at the same point. The truth is, Accounts Payable is no longer ju...

Criminals are stealing checks from mailboxes, altering payee information, and using sophisticated techniques to drain business and personal accounts. The good news is that a few simple precautions can dramatically reduce your risk. In the next few minutes, we'll cover the most common check fraud schemes and the practical steps you can take to help protect your money and your organization

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very day, businesses of all sizes are targeted by increasingly sophisticated electronic payment fraud schemes. From fake invoices and business email compromise to account takeovers and payment diversion scams, cybercriminals are constantly finding new ways to exploit weaknesses in payment processes. The good news? Most payment fraud is preventable—if you know what to look for. In this video, we'll uncover the biggest payment ...

Nacha Phase 2 hits every company that originates ACH payments — even small Accounts Payable teams that previously had zero monitoring requirements in their accounting and accounts payable process. The impact is operational, technical, and compliance driven. We should all be talking about this – but sadly, I am once again marching to the beat of my own drummer – by myself … although at least this time I am n...

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• Silent AP Failures or Hidden AP Failures
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• Stop the Bleeding

Your company is losing money right now — and no one can see it happening. Not leadership. Not procurement. Not even finance. But Accounts Payable can.

Because the truth is this: most organizations don’t bleed money through big, dramatic fai...

urchase recs and purchase orders: These two very basic instruments with similar sounding names have related but very different uses with the organization. Let’s start by looking at them at the macro level. #purchaseorder #purchaserequisition #purchasereq

Link to Purchase Orders: Why You Didn't Get the Promised Special Terms https://youtu.be/0zTv2_gOiB4

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Everything in accounting (including accounts payable) — the general ledger, trial balance, financial statements, audits, ratios, KPIs — is only as accurate as the journal entries feeding the system. If the journal entry is wrong, everything downstream is wrong. That’s why we put together this guide on journal entries. We’ll show you how to use them, how to fix mistakes and how to avoid Journal Entry Fraud.

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Test your AP automation knowledge with this professional Accounts Payable skills quiz. Whether you’re an AP specialist, AP manager, or someone working with invoice workflows, OCR, 3‑way match, ERP systems, and automation tools, this episode challenges your understanding of modern AP processes.

We walk through essential AP automation concepts including invoice processing, exception handling, fraud prevention, vendor management...

Let's take a look at critical, and often overlooked, accounts payable best practices that every accounting and finance professional should be aware of and incorporate into their operations. #accounting #accountspayable

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Are you ready to ace your next job interview? This video provides valuable career advice and guidance on common accounts payable interview questions and answers that will help you get hired. Learn how to navigate the interview process effectively with essential interview tips and prepare for a successful job interview by avoiding red flags.

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Your Three-Way Match isn't working; here's why. Most three-way match problems don't come from complicated issues, but from common, preventable errors. This video breaks down some of the most frequent three way match mistakes, explaining why they happen and, crucially, how to stop them before they derail your accounts payable process. As a savvy financial accounting professional, understanding these accounting basics and invoice pro...

Three way match every Accounts Payable (AP) and accounting team should master.

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Most AP teams don’t fail because they’re careless — they fail because they trust the wrong things. An official looking invoice. A familiar process from a previous job. An email that “seems” like it came from a supplier. An automation tool that feels foolproof. These tiny assumptions slip into the workflow quietly… and they’re exactly where the biggest errors, fraud attempts, and audit find...