The accounts payable section of our business is typically strenuous on our eyes and minds. After a few hours, numbers begin to switch places, things go missing, and we feel like we are losing our minds. A perfect example of why transposition in the most common accounting error. A switch between two digits can cause hours of confusion and miscommunication. Today we’ll be going over the most common mistakes made in accounts payable.
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Companies need diverse groups of employees to work cohesively in order to make the business succeed. One of the best ways to grow this cohesion is by reducing employee turnover. Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can keep your employees productive and willing to work for you each year.
Let’s face it: Cash is outdated and has been for some time. So how do you get your money in a safe, timely manner? In this article we take a look at possible payment methods and weigh the benefits against the drawbacks.
As accounts payable departments have evolved, so has the need to stay updated about its future and how much more it may change with current technology – let’s take a dive into the evolution of accounts payable and how the job description has changed over the years.