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…
How to Automate Accounts Payable for a More Efficient Finance Team Managing supplier payments manually wastes time, introduces errors, and slows your business down. If you're still chasing invoice…
Interviewer: Oliver Smith, Digital Marketing Manager at Zahara and Jordan Davies, QA Tester at Zahara Q: Could you introduce yourself—your name, age and position? Jordan Davies: Hi! I’…
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…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just science fiction anymore. It’s running your inbox, optimising your shopping cart, and quietly reshaping your workday. From helpful virtual assistants to sma…
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…
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, …
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…
Choosing the Right Accounts Payable System Selecting the right accounts payable system for your small business can significantly improve financial management. Consider these factors: Ease of use:…
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 …
What Is Invoice Capture Software? Invoice capture software is a digital tool that automates the extraction of invoice data, eliminating the need for manual data entry. Unlike traditional invoice proc…
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…
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, …
[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 …
[rank_math_rich_snippet id="s-11316705-3a17-4daf-8739-000b5db5ccd7"] Totally Balanced Podcast Debut: A Deep Dive with COO Jonathan Lee [ez-toc] In the inaugural episode of Totally Balanced, host Ma…
The 3-way matching process is a critical component of accounts payable that ensures financial accuracy and integrity within a business. It involves the reconciliation of three essential documents: the…
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 …
Every business could benefit from reducing operating costs and improving workflow and accounting visibility. But with so much to do, you can get a little behind on the things that matter. This include…
Running a successful business requires efficient management of both financial and employee-related tasks. Payroll processing and accounting are two critical areas that can make or break your company…
Let’s break down the basics and answer the perennial question: what is purchase to pay? The Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) cycle is the journey every business purchase takes—from the initial need identifi…
Integrating AP automation software like Zahara with Sage Intacct improves financial efficiency by automating manual tasks, speeding up payment workflows, reducing errors, ensuring up-to-date financial…