Certificate in Accounts Payable Management

This course demonstrates theoretical and practical core topics and introduces Excel for managing accounts payable. The course also features role-playing and presentations by participants.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the strategic role of Accounts Payable (AP) and its contribution to organizational efficiency and financial performance
• Design and implement efficient Accounts Payable processes that support operational effectiveness and internal control
• Identify and analyze the core Accounts Payable processes and their interdependencies within the procure-to-pay cycle
• Apply industry best practices to enhance the effectiveness, accuracy, and value of the Accounts Payable function
• Assess the behavioral and interpersonal aspects involved in managing Accounts Payable teams and stakeholder relationships
• Demonstrate a business partnering approach by supporting cross-functional collaboration and organizational objectives
• Utilize Microsoft Excel tools and techniques to analyze, monitor, and improve Accounts Payable performance and reporting

Managers of accounts payable, AP staff and professionals, clerks, and specialists who wish to advance their careers. The course is also beneficial to professionals in accounting, finance, purchasing, and procurement who work closely with accounts payable.

• Examining accounts payable
• Performing month-end accruals
• Preparing and analyzing accounts payable
• Preventing fraud
• Applying accounts payable best practices
• Implementing discounts
• Utilizing Excel functions