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ApprovalMax has tremendously improved the efficiency in our invoice approval process, allowing both the finance admin team and department leaders to enjoy a centralized system to access, manage, and review all vendor bills. It has saved a lot of hours for everyone!
The automated data capture feature in ApprovalMax Capture has made our accounts payable process so much more efficient. We can now focus on strategic tasks instead of getting bogged down in paperwork.
ApprovalMax has been a game-changer for my business. It solved a big problem and opened up new opportunities for us. Making the approval process smoother for our clients, especially those in the not-for-profit sector, has been a huge advantage. With ApprovalMax, managing accounts payable has become a breeze, simplifying our workflow and saving us valuable time.
AP automation in three simple steps
Order

Avoid surprises or sneaky purchases with AP automation software that covers purchase order creation and approval, so the right people sign off on the right things before making any transactions.

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Effortlessly onboard vendors

Automatically vet all new suppliers in line with formal policies before they get added to your AP automation software as a contact.

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Manage purchase orders

Create a single point of truth for all purchase orders. Easily create, approve, then send POs to suppliers.

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Check spend against budgets

Get a real-time overview of how the POs you approve will impact each budget, even before they’re signed off.

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Gain full visibility before orders are made

Define who can order specific goods from your list of suppliers and have the right people sign-off before orders are made.

Process

Review and approve bills faster and with less hassle. Less work for you, faster payment time for your suppliers – it’s a win-win.

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Automate data entry

Automatically import bills for approval before they go into your accounting system using our in-built automated data entry tool, ApprovalMax Capture, Dext integration, or your favourite data extraction app.

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Review and approve bills with ease

Use our AP automation software to route bills to the right people. Get full advantage of the automated approval workflows for granular control, with full visibility of who has approved what, and when.

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Match bills to POs

Match bills to already approved purchase orders so they don’t exceed the set amount and keep track of how your budgets are going, without any extra work.

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Enjoy paper-free processes

With AP automation, there’s no reason to hit ‘print’. Save on paper and manage bills from any device – laptop, tablet, or phone.

Pay

Prepare and make payments directly from ApprovalMax for greater control.

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Prepare and approve payments in batches

Quickly prepare batch payments and have them approved, using AP automation software to prioritise the right invoices and support healthy cash flow.

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Use open banking for payments directly from ApprovalMax

In the UK, pay bills directly from the app using our ApprovalMax Pay feature, enabled by open banking technology to pre-authorised suppliers.

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Pay bills with Airwallex

Businesses in AU, NZ, and the UK can make payments via the Airwallex integration, without leaving ApprovalMax or accessing a bank account. Choose from over 40 different currencies and over 150 countries to support global business.

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Reconcile and tie up loose ends

Reconcile payments against what was owing with full visibility over the entire process, approvals, and audit trails for stronger financial controls..

Compare Accounts Payable Automation Solutions
ApprovalMax
Invoice approvals
Included
PO-specific approvals
Included
Multi-level & customisable approval workflows
Included
Batch payment approvals
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Available only for Xero
Included
PO to invoice matching (2-way)
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Available only for Xero and QuickBooks Online
Included
Budget checking
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Available only for Xero and Quickbooks Online.

Budget checking feature provides a real-time overview of your company’s budgets, ensuring that approved documents align with intended spending and preventing overspending.
Included
Bank reconciliation
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Available only for Xero
Included
Payment approvals
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Available only for Xero
Included
Audit trail
Included
Real-time insights and analytics
Included
OCR and data capture
Included
AI and machine learning capabilities
Included
Mobile app
Included
Tipalti
n/a
Not Included Not Included
Bill.com
Not Included
limited
beta
limited
Lightyear
n/a
limited
Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included
Zahara
n/a
Not Included
Yooz
n/a
limited
SuiteFlow
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Customer Stories

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Paddle Australia boosts efficiency thanks to automated delegation of authority
Paddle Australia is a multi-entity not-for-profit organisation. Learn how ApprovalMax helped it scale and grow efficiently.
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Cash flow forecasting in the agriculture sector
Learn how Meshed Group, a cloud advisory firm, helped an agriculture client get rid of unauthorised spending and improve cash flow forecasting by combining Xero, Hubdoc, and ApprovalMax for a fully automated, paperless approval process.
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How an advisory firm helped its client save $40k with ApprovalMax
By working with Tinka Consulting, NOUS was able to improve the efficiency and transparency of its approval process using ApprovalMax, resulting in significant cost savings and a positive return on investment.

Our AP automation software features integrate with some of the world’s best platforms

Unlock the benefits of ApprovalMax with your accounting system of choice and connect to your favourite apps for even more capabilities.

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FAQs

How does AP automation software help the approval process?

By providing real-time visibility and control over the approvals, the software solution helps organisations save time, cut costs, and maintain compliance.

What features should I look for in an AP automation software?

The most convenient accounts payable automation solutions provide end-to-end automation, covering the whole process from ordering to paying.

How does AP automation software reduce manual workloads for my finance team?

At each step of the process, you can save time by using AP automation. Our solution can help save you time by introducing a centralised purchase order management system, by automating approval workflows, and by simplifying payment processing.

What security features does ApprovalMax’s AP automation software offer to protect financial data?

ApprovalMax has a set of policies aimed at protecting the clients’ financial data. You can find detailed information here.

How customisable are the approval workflows in ApprovalMax’s accounts payable software?

Our approval workflows are fully customisable. You can have any number of approval steps and add any number of approvers to each of them, specifying rules for approving at each step based on amounts, categories, and other criteria.

How does this software help with compliance and audit readiness?

ApprovalMax ensures compliance by enforcing pre-defined approval workflows and internal controls, reducing the risk of unauthorised transactions. Its automated audit trail captures every action, including approvals, rejections, and comments, providing full transparency and traceability. This comprehensive record simplifies audit preparation, helping organisations meet regulatory requirements.

Can this software accommodate the needs of a small business or a growing enterprise?

Yes, it can do both. We have three subscription plans with different features; you can choose one that will suit your business needs here.

How does the software handle vendor management and communication?

ApprovalMax has a dedicated approval workflow for vendor vetting. It also offers the possibility of sending approved purchase orders to the vendors automatically.

How easy is it to switch from my current process to using this software?

Setting up ApprovalMax is easy and can be done by any accounting professional or anyone in a business. For our customers, it usually takes less than a day to get things going. However, you can get a Training Package where our experts will show you how to do it.

What are the pricing plans for this software?

You can choose from three plans: Standard, Advanced and Premium. Our subscription works on a monthly or annual basis. More information is available here.

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