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How to Choose the Right Scanner
Imaging and Workflow
Learn which scanner features your organization can live without
”key”Don't Get Marooned on Scanner Island
Reduce Your Unclaimed Property Burden
Escheatment
Learn how to successfully mitigate your unclaimed property liabilities.
”key”Out of Control: Taming Your Company's Unclaimed Property Risk (Part II)
Tell the IRS What You Think
1099 Reporting Changes
The IRS is seeking public comment on how to implement corporate and merchandise reporting.
The IRS Wants Your Suggestions on 1099 Reporting Changes
Safeguard Your Company's Assets
Internal Controls
TAPN's comprehensive internal control manual, featuring checklists, flowcharts, and an implementation guide
”key”Internal Controls: Checklist, Manual
Top Accounts Payable News
Ohio Consolidates Financials with Shared Services
Unknown Future for U.S. Accounting Standards
German Grocer Threatens Suppliers to Go Paperless
Hot Outsourcing Markets Competing with India
Man Accused of Embezzling Sued by American Express
» More News

Tips for Using Wire Transfers
Disbursements
In certain situations, wires are your best payment option
When and How to Leverage Wire Transfers
No SOX for Small Businesses
Sarbanes-Oxley Update
Joint committee exempts small businesses.
SOX Small business Exemption Made Permanent
ACH Payments Continue to Climb
Disbursements
New NACHA report shows 2.6 percent increase in ACH volume.
ACH Volume Rises, Fraud Drops

Know Your Vendors
Managing Payables
The importance of knowing the financial viability of your vendors
Are Your Vendors on the Verge of Bankruptcy?
New Department Case Study
AP Profile
Reducing two dozen ERP systems into one
AP Profile: Automation Tastes Great at ConAgra Foods
Are you guarding your assets?
9/1/2010 - Alert - The Treasury department's OFAC has updated the SDN List--those individuals, entities and countries with whom it is illegal to do business.
”key”What's OFAC? Click here for info and updates.

States Expanding Nexus Rules
Sales and Use Tax
New York leads the charge of states looking to collect sales tax on online purchases.
Amazon vs. New York and its Impact on Nexus Standards
Major 1099-Reporting Changes
1099s
Payments to corporations and for merchandise to become reportable.
Health Care Bill Brings Major 1099 Changes
1099s Got You Down? TAPN's Got Your Back
1099 Information
All the articles, templates, tools, answers, and other resources you will need to ensure smooth 1099 filing this year.
Guide to 1099-MISC on TAPN
IRS FIRE System
 Filing Information Returns Electronically
IRS no longer accepting magnetic media.

Best Practices
”key”A Project Management Guide
How to propose and manage projects ...

AP Tools Suite
”key”Tools Index
You don't have to reinvent the wheel – access over 200 downloadable forms, checklists & templates

Supplier Invoice Queries
Supplier IQ
Finally – a cost-effective, simplified way to handle vendor inquiries!
Vendor Master File
Master File Solutions Suite (MFS2)
 MFS2, a new TAPN offering powered by Equifax Commercial Information Solutions cleanses, standardizes and enriches vendor file data. Find out more ...

Glossary
Accounts Payable: A type of short-term debt, accounts payable are amounts a business owes - bills from suppliers for goods or services purchased on credit. Accounts Payable is classified as a Current Liability because the obligation is generally due within 12 months from the initial transaction date.
See TAPN's Glossary for definitions of accounts payable-related terms and accounting terminology.

AP Certification

member benefits

e-Learning Seminars

Free Member Benefit

CEUs
TAPN Membership earns 5 certification CEUs

Accounts Payable Summit
Upcoming Events
Conferences, Webinars & Seminars:

 The Accounts Payable Compliance Summit 2010
Summit • September 15-16, 2010
Join us from the comfort and convenience of your office or conference room for this summit and learn best practices to help your organization stay in compliance and avoid unnecessary fines and penalties.

B-Notices and TIN Penalty Assessments – How to Reduce Your Exposure for B-Notices and TIN Penalty Notices
Webinar • September 28, 2010
IRS B-notices will be mailed soon. And, this year will not be business as usual. The IRS is cracking down on payers and denials of abatement penalties are expected to increase. Get insider secrets for how to respond to the IRS to avoid penalties and headaches to prepare for B-notices that will begin arriving soon.

IOMA's 9th Annual Accounts Payable Conference & Expo®
Conference • October 11-13, 2010 • Scottsdale, AZ
Don't miss this exciting event for accounts payable!

2010 Regulatory Tax Compliance, Withholding & Accounts Payable Conference
Conference • November 14-17, 2010 • Orlando, FL
Register now for the Premier Tax Compliance, Withholding and Accounts Payable event of the year!

TAPN/IOMA AP Training:
Essentials of Accounts Payable Training & Certification Program
Register now for The Essentials of Accounts Payable Training & Certification Program, a one-day intensive AP seminar in preparation for the AP Certification Exams taking place in:
  • Washington, DC • September 24, 2010
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  • Scottsdale, AZ • October 11, 2010
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  • Orlando, FL • November 14, 2010
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    For many more events, see the Event Calendar.

    TAPN Newsletters

    AP Week: TAPN's weekly e-Newsletter highlighting the latest research, valuable tools, and informative continuing education opportunities.

    AP Monthly: TAPN's hardcopy newsletter mailed to thousands of members each month. Each issue features a new in-depth AP article and highlights many of the essential resources available to TAPN members.


    AP Certification & Training
    Certification: Designed by The Accounts Payable Network and IOMA to help AP professionals meet standards, demonstrate proficiency and gain recognition. Learn more

    Training: The Accounts Payable Network can tailor a training program to fit your requirements. Contact us at APTraining@TheAPNetwork.com, or 866.827.6389.

    A Note to CFOs, Controllers and Directors of Accounts Payable

    CPE TAPN is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
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    Quick Poll
    Have you started preparing for the 1099 reporting changes starting Jan. 1, 2012?
    Yes, we’re collecting W-9s from our corporate/property suppliers
    Yes, we’re making internal changes, but have not involved our suppliers
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