Learn essential accounts payable and receivable workflows through hands-on practice with real-world scenarios. You'll learn to implement the three-way match process for procurement controls, manage customer payment processing and aging reports, create compliant invoices with automated tax calculations, and document complete AP/AR workflows.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Workflow Management
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Accounts Payable and Receivable Workflow Management

Instructor: Professionals from the Industry
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What you'll learn
Build complete AP/AR workflow systems including three-way match controls, payment processing, and compliance documentation.
Create automated invoice templates with tax calculations and generate aging reports for effective cash flow management.
Document end-to-end financial processes and implement standardized procedures for accounts payable and receivable operations.
Master Excel automation for invoice creation and QuickBooks for payment tracking to streamline accounting workflows.
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March 2026
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There are 9 modules in this course
You will learn about the foundational financial control system that protects organizations from fraud and unauthorized payments by systematically verifying consistency across purchase orders, receiving reports, and vendor invoices.
What's included
3 videos2 readings1 assignment
You will learn the systematic procedures for accurately entering vendor invoice data into accounting systems while maintaining proper verification controls and ensuring timely payment processing.
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1 video2 readings3 assignments
You will learn the identification and purpose of critical AR documents that form the foundation of accurate payment processing and financial record-keeping.
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2 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will learn the practical skills of processing customer payments in QuickBooks and generating aging reports that provide strategic visibility into cash flow patterns and collection priorities.
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2 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will learn the legal and regulatory requirements for invoice compliance by identifying all mandatory data fields and understanding their importance for proper business documentation.
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
You will implement functional spreadsheet invoice templates with automated calculations, ensuring professional invoice creation with accurate tax formulas and efficient business processes.
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2 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will understand the fundamental components and sequence of accounts payable processes to establish a foundation for systematic invoice processing
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
You will implement systematic procedures for processing vendor invoices using digital capture tools and standardized coding practices
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3 videos2 readings2 assignments
You will create a comprehensive accounts payable and receivables process documentation package that demonstrates their ability to handle end-to-end financial transaction processing. This project integrates invoice processing, payment matching, customer payment tracking, and compliant invoicing skills into a realistic workplace scenario.
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3 readings1 assignment
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