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Payables and Receivables

Finance

Definition

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable are financial processes dealing with a company's debts and income from customers.

Detailed Description

Payables and Receivables are critical components of a company’s financial operations within an ERP system. Accounts Payable (AP) refers to the money owed by a business to its suppliers shown as a liability on the company's balance sheet. Conversely, Accounts Receivable (AR) represents money that customers owe the business for goods or services delivered. Effective management of AP and AR is essential for maintaining a healthy cash flow, ensuring timely payments, and optimizing the financial performance of the company.

Key Features

  • Aging Analysis
  • Credit Management
  • Customer Billing
  • Invoice Management
  • Payment Processing
  • Vendor Management

Common Modules

Accounts Payable Module

Handles the processing, payment, and management of company debts and obligations to suppliers.

Accounts Receivable Module

Manages incoming payments, customer billing, and debt collection efforts to ensure cash inflow.

Popular Implementations

ERPNext Payables and Receivables

ERPNext provides modules for managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable as part of its comprehensive finance suite, offering integrated workflows and reporting for better financial management.