What can virtual accounts do for you?
by Bija Knowles
The next generation of virtual accounts improve visibility and centralisation of receivables but concerns over KYC and tax remain
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Accounts Receivable Management
Background
Accounts Receivable (A/R) is the money owed to a business by its clients. The main objective in Accounts Receivable management is to minimise the Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and processing costs whilst maintaining good customer relations. Accounts receivable is often the biggest current asset on the… Read more about Accounts Receivable Management
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