What Is Accounts Payable?
Money your business owes suppliers for goods or services received.
Detailed Explanation
AP appears as a liability until paid. Strong controls prevent duplicate or fraudulent invoices.
Example
Unpaid vendor bills totaling $40k sit in accounts payable.
Why It Matters
Cash planning and vendor relationships depend on clean AP.
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