Compare CheckMaker vs. SERIES 3 Accounts Payable

CheckMaker™ is a software solution that enables you to print complete checks, including essential bank codes (MICR), directly from your computer. It seamlessly integrates with various accounting software, payroll systems, spreadsheets, text files, and databases, thereby eliminating the hassle of maintaining inventory for different check formats. With CheckMaker™, you can produce high-quality checks using your HP-compatible laser printer, allowing you to create checks from the data you input on your device or print blank checks as needed. To ensure that your laser-printed checks are accepted by banks, CheckMaker™ utilizes a specialized MICR toner cartridge offered by Academy Systems, compatible with many popular laser printer models. This toner provides comparable print quality to regular cartridges while adhering to the required ABA banking standards. The software is also compatible with the latest versions of popular financial management tools such as Quicken, QuickBooks, and Peachtree, ensuring that users have a versatile and efficient tool for their check-writing needs. Moreover, CheckMaker™ simplifies the check creation process, making it a valuable asset for businesses looking to streamline their financial operations.

The Accounts Payable module in SERIES 3 effectively manages cash flow by keeping track of vendors, documenting purchases, and facilitating check printing. Users within the MBA system have the ability to monitor their outstanding debts to suppliers as well as the due dates for all invoices. There are various options for check writing, including a PDF format that allows for easy access and reprinting. The module offers comprehensive reporting features, which enable users to manage their expenditures accurately and effortlessly. Additionally, it simplifies the generation of invoices, credit adjustments, and debit adjustments, making the financial management process more streamlined. Payments can be automated through a flexible selection process for invoices, and numerous check formats are available to accommodate specific needs. The system also supports the creation of prepayments when necessary and allows for checks to be voided or reprinted as required. Furthermore, an unlimited number of expense account distributions can be assigned to each invoice, and up to eight default expense accounts with percentage allocations can be configured for each vendor. The checks issued to vendors can include either detailed or summarized remittance information, ensuring clarity in financial transactions. This versatility in handling invoices and payments greatly enhances the efficiency of managing accounts payable.