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Worried about keeping up with changing best practices, fraud, technology, regulatory concerns, and new processes impacting your accounts payable function? The AP Now podcast, hosted by Mary Schaeffer, one of the leading accounts payable experts, is for you.



Mary will be joined by other thought leaders and practitioners for some episodes. In others, she’ll examine a prevailing issue or trend by herself. This weekly broadcast is especially designed to provide the needed business intelligence related to the payment and accounts payable functions.



It’s for those who work in, manage, have responsibility for, or provide services to the accounts payable function. Find the AP Now podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or head over to www.ap-now.com, and sign up for our ezine to be alerted to new issues.

APNow Mary Schaeffer

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Worried about keeping up with changing best practices, fraud, technology, regulatory concerns, and new processes impacting your accounts payable function? The AP Now podcast, hosted by Mary Schaeffer, one of the leading accounts payable experts, is for you.



Mary will be joined by other thought leaders and practitioners for some episodes. In others, she’ll examine a prevailing issue or trend by herself. This weekly broadcast is especially designed to provide the needed business intelligence related to the payment and accounts payable functions.



It’s for those who work in, manage, have responsibility for, or provide services to the accounts payable function. Find the AP Now podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or head over to www.ap-now.com, and sign up for our ezine to be alerted to new issues.

    The Worst Mistake You Can Make in Accounts Payable

    The Worst Mistake You Can Make in Accounts Payable

    Accounts payable can be a minefield of potential mistakes, but fear not - we've got you covered! In this video, we'll discuss the worst mistake your team can make and how to avoid it. Stay tuned for expert advice on implementing best practices and internal controls. Hit subscribe to stay updated on all things finance-related!
    Link to New Twist on Payment Fraud [Deepfake Fraud] https://youtu.be/gnKou2KOLTQ
    #accounting #accountspayable #fraud
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    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
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    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/
    Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Accountspayable
    More about Mary Schaeffer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/accountspayable

    • 8 min
    Accounts Payable vs. Accrued Expenses: What’s The Difference

    Accounts Payable vs. Accrued Expenses: What’s The Difference

    Join us for an insightful journey into the world of accounts payable and accrued expenses! Learn the important distinctions between these two crucial accounting terms and discover how they impact the balance sheet. Don't miss out on our fun trick questions at the end - test your knowledge and see how well you understand these concepts. Subscribe for more engaging content on operational aspects of accounts payable!#accounting #accountspayable #accruedexpenses
    Link to Balance Sheet and Income Statement A Beginners Guide https://youtu.be/Prv1UER1VI4
    Link Accounts Payable Process: Received Not Invoiced or Invoiced Not Received https://youtu.be/EawD4kxqSiM
    Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about
    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
    + Current and new fraud protection protocols
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    + Career advancement
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    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/
    Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/

    • 8 min
    Accounting/Accounts Payable: Very Good Questions Answered

    Accounting/Accounts Payable: Very Good Questions Answered

    Why are we adding these extra steps to the accounts payable process if they just create more work without boosting productivity? This is a question I am asked repeatedly about certain recommended practices that seem to fly in the face of reason – at least to those who don’t fully understand all the implications of the accounts payable process in question. #accountspayable #accounting #business
    Let’s get to the questions and more importantly, the answers. Make sure you stick around until the end when we address the issue that has stumped many small and even mid-size companies.
    Link to Accounts Payable Automation: A Comprehensive Introduction https://youtu.be/yDto5Irlryw
    Link to Using Microsoft Copilot https://youtu.be/hDq70R9PeeU
    Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about
    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
    + Current and new fraud protection protocols
    + The newest technology impacting your accounting, accounts payable, and payment functions
    + Career advancement
    +And much more!!
    Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1
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    See most recent videos at: https://www.youtube.com/@APNow/videos
    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
    Other
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/
    Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/  More about Mary Schaeffer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/accountspayable

    • 12 min
    Invoice Processing Problems How to Fix Them

    Invoice Processing Problems How to Fix Them

    Are you tired of dealing with common invoice problems that impact your organization's bottom line? In this video, we reveal three simple solutions that can help any organization improve their accounts payable process without spending a dime. Stay tuned until the end to find out how one viewer completely eradicated a persistent issue. Don't forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks! #invoice #accounting #accountspayable
    Link to Master the Invoice Process: Best Practice https://youtu.be/6eXuYMvvfLU
    Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about
    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
    + Current and new fraud protection protocols
    + The newest technology impacting your accounting, accounts payable, and payment functions
    + Career advancement
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    Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1
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    See most recent videos at: https://www.youtube.com/@APNow/videos
    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
    Other
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/ Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/
     

    • 15 min
    Accounts Payable Myths that Destroy Companies

    Accounts Payable Myths that Destroy Companies

    Uncover the myths surrounding payables in this eye-opening video! Learn why duplicate payments are a real concern and how suppliers may not always return the money. Hear real-life examples of employees committing fraud and causing massive financial losses. Don't forget to subscribe for more intriguing finance insights! #payments #accountspayable #accounting
    Link to Real-Life Fraud: How Hollywood Depicts Accounting Scandals in the Movies https://youtu.be/dec6bkMhmrE
    Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about
    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
    + Current and new fraud protection protocols
    + The newest technology impacting your accounting, accounts payable, and payment functions
    + Career advancement
    +And much more!!
    Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1
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    See most recent videos at: https://www.youtube.com/@APNow/videos
    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
    Other
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/
    Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Accountspayable
    More about Mary Schaeffer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/accountspayable

    • 10 min
    Why Should We Hire You

    Why Should We Hire You

    The right - and the wrong - way to answer the "why should I hire" you interview question. Includes a sample response. #jobinterview #career #interview
    Link to Job Interview Questions And Answers [Winner Secrets] https://youtu.be/v6jekPb7nZc
    Looking for more of the most current business intelligence about
    + Best practices around your payment and accounts payable function
    + Current and new fraud protection protocols
    + The newest technology impacting your accounting, accounts payable, and payment functions
    + Career advancement
    +And much more!!
    Subscribe for more tips and insights like this: https://www.youtube.com/APNow?sub_confirmation=1
    +++++++++++++++++++++++
    See most recent videos at: https://www.youtube.com/@APNow/videos
    See all short tips at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-He5ELp9TP3wqQdHIbfIcFAB
    Learn more about AP Best Practices; Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V
    Learn more about Internal Controls in AP; Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_
    Looking for Automation insights: Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby
    Other
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    Website: https://www.ap-now.com/
    Linkedin AP Now: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ap-now/
     

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

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10 Ratings

10 Ratings

Larissaleyla ,

Some of the best tips out there

Mary is extremely knowledgeable about all things accounts payable! Highly recommend she has great and very relevant guests.

ap_guru ,

Mary is the Queen of AP

This is a must listen for accounts payable teams! So glad Mary Schaeffer has launched a podcast as she has been a pioneer in this space for years! She has been the go-to person for the latest news/trends/insights in accounts payable and can't wait for the seasons to come!

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