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Invoice Matching Software by Zahara

When an invoice arrives at your Accounts Payable department, the best practice is to match it against a corresponding purchase order and delivery receipt. Known as three-way matching, this verificati…

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Digital Purchase Orders

Traditional purchase orders can slow down your business operations with unnecessary paperwork, manual approvals, and cumbersome invoicing. Digital purchase orders transform this process by providing …

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What is AP Automation?

...is the process by which accounts payable tasks are handled digitally using technology, rather than manually. It has revolutionised the way businesses process and pay their invoices, making the pro…

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Accounts Payable Process Ultimate Guide

The Accounts Payable process (AP processing) refers to the money a business owes its suppliers for goods or services received on credit. It’s recorded as a short-term liability on the balance sheet…

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AP Automation Software

If you’re searching for the best AP automation software to modernise your finance operations, you’re in the right place. Automating accounts payable is no longer a luxury — it’s necessary for…

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Why Tipalti Might Not Be Right for You

Growing businesses love chasing revenue. That’s where the excitement is. New customers. Bigger deals. Expansion plans. But there’s a problem. When your company focuses only on the money com…

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Best PO Software

A robust Purchase Order (PO) software streamlines your procurement processes, reduces errors, and provides greater control over your spending. Choosing the best PO software transforms how your organi…

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Watch is Accounts Payable?

To define accounts payable (AP), think of it like your business's "IOU" list—it’s the money your company owes suppliers for goods or services you’ve already enjoyed. Typically, these short-term…

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What is a purchase order

A purchase order (PO) is a formal document sent by a buyer to a supplier. It confirms an order for goods or services, stating quantities, prices, delivery dates, and payment terms. Once accepted, …

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How to streamline your Accounts Payables

Understanding Accounts Payable Procedures Accounts Payable (AP) procedures are processes organisations follow to handle payments owed to suppliers and vendors. Effective AP management is crucial f…

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Bridging Finance and Technology:

The world of finance is evolving at a rapid pace, and those who embrace technology are staying ahead of the curve. In this episode of Totally Balanced, Zahara CEO Martin Peirce sits down with Matthew …

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AP OCR – Unlocking Efficiency:

AP OCR (Accounts Payable Optical Character Recognition) technology is improving invoice management for finance teams. By digitising and automating manual tasks, OCR streamlines workflows, saves time a…

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Dynamics 365 AP Automation

Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a solid piece of software for an SME that requires something comprehensive. The software offers many of the tools you’d want from business software: accounting and ledger, …

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Behind the Numbers at Peterborough United

[ez-toc] In Season 1, Episode 2 of the Zahara Podcast, we sit down with Chris Racher, Finance Manager at Peterborough United Football Club, to explore the fascinating world of football finance. From …

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The role of a CFO today

[ez-toc] In the inaugural episode of Totally Balanced, host Martin Peirce sits down with co-director and COO Jonathan Lee to explore the multifaceted world of finance and operations. From Excel favou…

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#1 Best PO System

Having the best PO system you can is essential for streamlining your organisation's procurement of goods and services. PO stands for Purchase Order and implementing the best PO system will structure …