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12 Steps to Improving the Accounts Payable Process

MineralTree

Optimizing the accounts payable (AP) process involves more than paying vendors on time — it’s also about maximizing efficiency and accuracy with every outgoing payment while managing cash flow to maintain a healthy business. The process includes invoice receipt, verification, approval, and eventual payment.

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Making Accounts Payable More Efficient

MineralTree

Yet, it also underscored the critical role that AP plays in enabling prompt vendor payments and strengthening relationships to keep goods and services flowing during supply chain volatility. MineralTree recently surveyed more than 800 finance professionals and over 200 of their vendors for the State of AP Report.

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7 Accounts Payable Trends in 2024

MineralTree

The past year in finance was riddled with economic uncertainty, accompanied by challenges like staffing constraints and the need to optimize efficiency with limited resources. For finance professionals, understanding this landscape is crucial. This blog takes a deeper dive into 7 accounts payable trends that will help shape 2024.

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How to Choose the Best Accounts Payable Software Solution

MineralTree

Accounts payable (AP) is a critical business function, responsible for protecting cash flow, maintaining good relationships with vendors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. It’s no surprise that MineralTree’s State of AP Report identified the AP function as the No.

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The Role of Accounts Payable on Cash Flow

MineralTree

But a key component of cash flow balance — accounts payable — is often overlooked. Accounts payable (AP) is inherently tied to a business’ financial stability. Let’s review the role of accounts payable on cash flow and dive into best practices for optimizing cash flow.

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Modernizing Money Management: The Shift from Manual to Automated AP Processes

CPA Practice

Goldman Sachs recently estimated that automating Accounts Payable processes can result in time savings of 70-80% for small and medium-sized businesses. Efficient accounts payable (AP) processes are crucial for maintaining a healthy cash flow and fostering strong relationships with suppliers.

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Best Practices for Managing High-Volume Accounts Payable

MineralTree

However, many companies still rely on manual processes to manage accounts payable—and these outdated practices are causing problems across their financial operations. A manual approach slows down the payment process and increases the risk of errors and fraud while jeopardizing relationships with strategic vendors.