What is Zahara?
Zahara is a cloud-based accounts payable automation platform that leverages artificial intelligence to transform financial operations. The software provides comprehensive tools for purchase order management, invoice processing, and supplier payments, all accessible from any device with an internet connection.
With AI-driven invoice recognition that reads documents down to line items, Zahara accelerates payment cycles while maintaining accuracy. The platform offers customizable multi-step approval workflows, real-time spending insights, and seamless integration with popular accounting systems like Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.
Features
- AI Invoice Processing: Automatically reads and processes invoices down to line items using OCR technology
- Multi-step Approvals: Customizable approval workflows for purchase orders and invoices with email or mobile app notifications
- Purchase Order Management: Create and track purchase orders with budget controls and audit trails
- Real-time Reporting: Live insights and analysis of organizational spending with complete visibility
- Supplier Payments: Facilitate domestic and international payments with batch processing capabilities
- Cloud-based Access: Accessible from any device with internet connection and updates in real-time
- Accounting Integrations: Connects with popular systems including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and Business Central
Use Cases
- Automating invoice processing and approval workflows for finance teams
- Managing purchase orders with budget controls and multi-step approvals
- Streamlining supplier payments including international transactions
- Gaining real-time visibility into organizational spending and cash flow
- Reducing manual data entry and errors in accounts payable processes
- Implementing audit trails for financial compliance and accountability
- Controlling costs through purchase restraint and approved supplier management
FAQs
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What accounting systems does Zahara integrate with?
Zahara integrates with Xero, QuickBooks Online, Sage 50, Sage Intacct, Sage 200, MYOB, Microsoft Business Central, and other systems through direct integrations or file-based imports. -
How does Zahara handle security for financial data?
Zahara runs on Microsoft Azure with data encrypted at rest and in transit, supports single sign-on and two-factor authentication, has role-based access controls, and is Cyber Essentials Plus certified with annual security testing. -
Can Zahara process multi-currency invoices?
Yes, Zahara handles multi-currency invoices with each business unit having a base currency while purchase orders and invoices can use any currency, and the system detects currencies automatically. -
What types of organizations is Zahara ideal for?
Zahara is ideal for service-based organizations that do significant buying or need audit trails, including charities, care providers, education institutions, construction companies, sports teams, and creative arts organizations. -
How quickly can Zahara be deployed?
Zahara is easy to use and fast to deploy cloud-based software that requires nothing to install, with organizations typically getting up and running quickly due to its intuitive interface and comprehensive onboarding resources.
