8 Accounts Payable Automation Benefits 1. Time Savings Automating your invoice processing is the single most effective thing you can do to optimise your AP function. AP automation tools will help yo…
The Complete explanation of purchase order automation It might sound obvious, but there's more that goes into purchase order automation than you might think. Purchase order automation allows yo…
Improving Payment Runs Whether you're new to the world of finance and in training, or you're curious how you can bring your payment methods into the 21st century, we've got all the fundamentals cover…
What is accounts payable automation? The accounting world is raving about the benefits of automation and for good reason. Great accounts payable automation processes help you take slow, repetitive ta…
Every company will have a slightly different invoice processing method, especially if they're automating and using different systems. However, there's one thing that every company must do, regardless …
What is Accounts Payable (AP)? Accounts Payable (AP) refers to the amount of money a business owes to its suppliers for goods or services received on credit. It is a short-term debt and a liability o…
See Zahara at Accountex London 2024!  For the third year in a row, we’re exhibiting at Accountex, and we can’t wait to get back to ExCel and bring you all our exciting updates from last year.…
Easy International Payments in 2024 If you work in finance, you'll know that managing your company’s transactions is a crucial responsibility for every finance team, especially when it comes to han…
The key benefits of Purchase Order Management Purchase Order Management (POM) plays a crucial role in the efficient operation of businesses, particularly those scaling up and wanting to take control …
Automated Accounts Payable: Best Practices for 2024 Financial management is changing all the time, and the need for efficient and streamlined accounts payable processes has never been more important.…
If you're reading this article, chances are you've been hearing people bang on about AP automation and are wondering if it's worth the hype. Alternatively, you could be all on board with the concept o…
What is Accounts Payable Management? (& How to Find The Best Software) Accounts payable management is a critical component of sound financial practices. The Institute of Financial Operations and …
Purchase Order Solution: It's Time to Revamp Your Finances for 2024 A classic line we hear at Zahara all too often is “We are too small for POs". We completely agree that an owner-managed business …
An Introduction to Invoice Approval Software Automation We all know that time is money, but how many of us actually live up to that mantra? If you haven't yet invested in invoice approval automation …
An Introduction to Accounts Payable Workflow Automation It doesn't even need to be said at this point, but we love automated workflows here at Zahara! Automated accounts payable (AP) workflow…
Congratulations on your new accounts payable starter role! The first few weeks of a new job are often tricky no matter the industry- we’ve all been there. Between finding your feet, grappling with o…
Are you new to the world of accounts payable (AP), or are you a seasoned veteran who just wants to make sure you have all your bases covered? Wherever you are on your journey towards AP automation enl…
‘We’re too small to need accounts payable software!’ is something we hear all the time. Now, we accept that may be true, as there will be some businesses who are genuinely too small for the cost…
Introduction We have had reports and read forum articles expressing concerns and annoyance with recent changes to Dext's pricing, especially in the bookkeeping community. Dext has an incredibly loyal…
It’s a story as old as time. You don’t feel heard. Your loyalty is tested. You feel devalued as a customer. You give more than you’re getting. The price skyrockets while functionality plummets. …
Different Types of Purchase Orders What is a Purchase Order? A purchase order (PO) is a legally binding document issued by a buyer to a seller, detailing a purchase transaction. It basically a…
This one’s for all our lovely Zahara customers. During setup, and further into your Zahara journey, there are certain queries that pop up most often. Our goal when we made Zahara was to c…
It’s no secret that running a small business comes with its fair share of challenges, with managing finances being a top concern. Many business owners end up managing their own finances out of neces…
We all want smooth financial processes (unless you’re someone who thrives on chaos), but when you’re struggling it can be hard to see the best path to take to streamline your accounts payable syst…
Will robots take my job? It’s the question on everyone’s minds, but something no one wants to discuss out loud, just in case they inadvertently speak it into reality. According to Beyond Agency, t…
We bang on about Optical Character Recognition (OCR) all the time, but have you ever stopped to wonder what the process actually entails? We’re here to satisfy your curiosity. In short, OCR is…
Best Accounts Payable Automation Software: Top Pick So, you think you might need accounts payable (AP) management automation software, but where do you begin? The world of AP tech is ever-growing,…
We all want smooth financial processes (unless you’re someone who thrives on chaos), but when you’re struggling it can be hard to see the best path to take to streamline your accounts payable syst…
It’s no secret that running a small business comes with its fair share of challenges, with managing finances being a top concern. Many business owners end up managing their own finances out of neces…
Handling your accounts payable process has traditionally been a laborious and error-prone ordeal, typically burdened with manual data entry. However, the future of AP is now! Advancements in automatio…
A key responsibility for every finance team is to manage your company’s transactions, and one of those key tasks is to handle payments to vendors and suppliers. Not only are manual processes arduous…
To keep up with the lightning speed of today’s business world, automating manual processes is a one-way ticket to staying ahead of the curve. For finance teams, we recommend automating your invoice …
Have you heard about Man Maths? It’s the logical decision making that men (this one in particular) often use to justify a purchase they are planning to make. The second biggest purchase most of us …
It was only when I had finished my accountancy training, left practice and had worked in industry for 2 years, that I fully understood the point of PO's. They might not be an exciting topic but they …
Having an effective Accounts Payable process is a key responsibility of every finance team. Effective AP ensures vendors are paid on time, helping you maintain good relationships with your suppliers…
"We have Xero, why do we need an Accounts Payable solution?" We hear this all the time, it’s a fair question, and Xero is a great product, in fact we often recommend it. Yet, Xero is designed to…
Finance Team Problems in 2023 – An insight from over 200 discussions. As we hit mid-March, our team has spoken to more than two hundred Finance Teams this year, some looking at AP automation, som…
Getting invoice processing right is essential to maintaining cash flow and keeping the books in order. However, manually processing invoices can be a time-consuming and error-prone task, which is wh…
As a finance team, one of your main priorities is to ensure that your company's payment processing system is running smoothly and efficiently. It enables you to receive payments from customers and m…
For finance teams, having an efficient purchase order approvals process is critical in maintaining effective procurement processes. They help to ensure that purchases are made in line with budget c…
Automating your accounts payable process with accounts payable automation is an effective way to save time and money while increasing accuracy and efficiency. It's becoming increasingly popular among …
What is the difference between a Purchase Requisition and a Purchase Order? A purchase requisition (PR) is a request. The request to buy something for the organisation and that request will likel…
My wife and I have sat together each evening recently, progressively getting colder as Autumn approached. In my mind, the heating wasn't coming on until there was a frost on the sitting room carpet. W…
How much time and money are you wasting trying to recruit accounts staff? Recruiting for your Finance Team is hard because good talent is hard to find. It's no surprise given that job adverts in the …
This advice is aimed at younger people. Perhaps graduates. Those looking to get their first step on the ladder into a career. I write this as someone who runs a business and interviews people regularl…
As the cost of living crisis emerges there is no doubt that we are all looking after our money more than ever. Â Wall Street is warning of inflation rates and fears of a repeat of 2008. The UK is bein…
Now, more than ever, success in the construction industry means making the most of developments in the accounting tools available to us. Efficient management of processing invoices, expenses, cash flo…