Accounts Payable Automation

Accounts Payable Reporting & Analytics

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AP Reporting & Analytics Key Features

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

AP Aging Report

Standard report that provides a list of unpaid invoices based on several age buckets.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Exception Report

Get reports with exception invoices that were on hold or not approved.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Accrual Report

Report for accruing expenses for the services that were received but not billed by the supplier.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Invoice Tracking Dashboard

Track invoices across several different stages of the invoice lifecycle. 

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Spend Analysis Dashboard

Understand spend trends by spend categories and identify the top suppliers.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Straight Processing Dashboard

Understand the rate of invoices being processed in a touchless manner and improve it.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Custom Reports

Schedule CSV reports with different filters and export to email or SFTP.

AI-based E-Mail Remittance Capture

Self Serve Dashboards

Setup custom dashboards and integrate it in the AP Automation platform.

FAQs: AI-Powered Accounts Payable Reporting & Analytics Solutions

What is Accounts Payable Reporting?

Accounts payable reporting is the proactive process of monitoring and recording all company expenses, ensuring accurate financial data. It includes tracking cash payments, rent, utilities, and overall business costs, preparing you to handle financial responsibilities effectively. 

It plays a crucial role in maintaining good vendor relationships & managing payment obligations, monitoring outstanding invoices, & ensuring timely payments, keeping businesses financially stable

What is an AP aging report?

An AP aging report is a financial document that categorizes a company’s accounts payable according to the length of time an invoice has been outstanding. It is an essential tool in accounts payable analytics, helping businesses track unpaid invoices and manage cash flow effectively.

This report divides payables into aging categories, such as current, 30 days overdue, 60 days overdue, and so on. By regularly reviewing the accounts payable aging report, businesses can prioritize payments, maintain good vendor relationships, and avoid late fees, ensuring better financial health.

How do we automate an AP aging report?

If you are looking to automate your accounts payable aging report, start by using HighRadius’ AP automation software. Connect it with your ERP system to automatically capture and import invoice data from emails, portals, e-invoice networks, EDI, and cXML with AI-based invoice data capture.

Then, categorize the invoices by time intervals, vendors, or custom fields to generate automated reports. Once the reports are approved, payments are initiated automatically. This automation streamlines the accounts payable process, reduces errors, and provides real-time updates on outstanding payments, significantly improving financial management.

Which software is commonly used for AP reports and analytics?

HighRadius’ accounts payable reporting and analytics software is one of the most used reporting and analytics tools by businesses. Powered by AI, the product helps businesses automate reporting, keep tabs on payment statuses, and analyze how well your vendors perform.

Our account payable reporting tool also allows businesses to customize their reports, gain deeper insights into their accounts payable processes, and make decisions based on up-to-date information.

How to create custom AP reports?

To create custom accounts payable reports, you’ll need to configure the software to pick and choose which metrics to include, like outstanding invoices, how long payments have been pending, and vendor performance. This allows you to generate reports aligning with your financial needs and business goals.

Custom reports give you detailed insights, helping you monitor key accounts payable metrics, manage cash flow effectively, and make informed decisions. Keeping these reports current ensures they stay relevant to your business objectives.

How do you monitor accounts payable?

Monitoring accounts payable involves tracking all outstanding invoices, payments, and overall cash flow. Tools such as accounts payable analytics, accounts payable metrics dashboard are crucial tools for it. They help businesses monitor due dates, payment status, and aging reports to ensure timely payments and avoid late fees.

Additionally, accounts payable reporting provides a detailed overview of financial obligations, helping in better decision-making and financial planning.

Why is AP reporting important?

Accounts payable (AP) reporting is essential for managing cash flow, monitoring payment cycles, outstanding balances, and vendor relationships, and accurately tracking financial obligations. By using accounts payable analytics and a metrics dashboard, businesses can monitor these key indicators effectively.

This detailed reporting helps in identifying trends, optimizing payment strategies, and maintaining good vendor relationships, ultimately improving financial health.

Where are accounts payable reported?

Accounts payable are reported on the balance sheet under current liabilities, reflecting the amount a company owes to its suppliers for goods and services received but not yet paid. It provides detailed insights into these obligations, helping businesses maintain accurate financial records and make informed decisions. 

Account payable reporting is a key component of financial reporting and cash flow management. Regular monitoring of accounts payable ensures that companies manage their cash flow effectively, preventing any disruptions in business operations.

What is the turnaround time for data extraction from the invoices?

The system captures invoice data almost immediately after receiving it, integrating through channels like email, EDI, or supplier portals. The extracted data is quickly added to the AP processing queue, providing near real-time processing.

Can your tool handle region-wise taxes?

Yes, our tool can handle region-wise taxes by validating tax categories, rates, and calculations against country-specific tax laws. It integrates with third-party tax aggregators to ensure accurate compliance.

How does ERP integration work with the AP Automation software?

The software offers two-way integration with leading ERPs for importing master data, POs, and GRNs, and exporting validated, matched, and approved supplier invoices. Data exchange can occur via APIs or SFTP in near real-time or as a scheduled batch process.

How does the auto-GL coding happen in HighRadius AP Product?

HighRadius has an ML-based recommendation model that can predict GL accounts and other accounting dimensions such as cost center, department, project, plant, business unit, and more. It leverages historical non-PO invoices, looks for patterns around multiple invoice data points (business unit, vendor, GL account, amount, location, etc.), and finds similarities.

What types of invoices can be validated and matched in the system?

The system can validate and match invoices against Purchase Orders (POs) and Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs). It checks supplier details, billing details, and PO information against master data and performs mathematical validations. The matching process identifies variances in price, quantity, and payment terms at both the header and line levels, ensuring accuracy and compliance with business rules.