Working Capital Hub's
Masterclass: A Step-by-Step Guide to Accounts Payable Transaction Data Analysis
Discover why analyzing transaction-level data is critical for effective Working Capital Management - and how it helps overcome the limitations of traditional balance sheet KPIs.
This masterclass covers what transaction data is needed, how to structure it, and a step-buy-step guide how to analyze it effectively.
You’ll also receive a free exercise worksheet to put your new skills into practice.
This masterclass covers what transaction data is needed, how to structure it, and a step-buy-step guide how to analyze it effectively.
You’ll also receive a free exercise worksheet to put your new skills into practice.
Whether you're aiming to optimize accounts payable or boost overall financial efficiency, this course gives you the tools to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

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Course details
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6 modules
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15 video clips
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4 chapter quizzes
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1 final test
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1 course certificate
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1 downloadable worksheet
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1 downloadable course transcript
Upgrade your toolbox
Are you relying solely on balance sheet KPIs to assess your accounts payable performance? If so, you may be missing critical insights!
Traditional KPIs provide a limited view, often distorting financial performance and hiding inefficiencies.
Traditional KPIs provide a limited view, often distorting financial performance and hiding inefficiencies.
In this comprehensive eLearning course, you'll learn how to go beyond static financial metrics and leverage transaction data analysis to optimize your working capital.
You'll discover what data to collect, how to structure and clean it, and how to analyze and present it effectively to uncover hidden opportunities for improvement.
Whether you're a finance professional, analyst, or business leader, this course will equip you with the skills to optimize accounts payable, improve cash flow, and drive financial efficiency.
You'll discover what data to collect, how to structure and clean it, and how to analyze and present it effectively to uncover hidden opportunities for improvement.
Whether you're a finance professional, analyst, or business leader, this course will equip you with the skills to optimize accounts payable, improve cash flow, and drive financial efficiency.
Learning objectives
- Understand the Accounts Payable Cycle – Learn how it works, common challenges, and how inefficiencies impact financial performance.
- Recognize the Limitations of Balance Sheet KPIs – Discover why traditional KPIs can be misleading and how transaction-based analysis provides deeper insights.
- Identify and Collect Key Transaction Data – Know what data is essential for a comprehensive account payable analysis.
- Structure and Clean Data for Analysis – Organize raw transaction data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
- Analyze and Interpret Accounts Payable Data – Apply data analysis techniques to uncover inefficiencies, payment trends, and improvement opportunities.
- Present Insights Effectively – Learn how to visualize and communicate findings to drive informed decision-making.
- Apply Your Skills with a Practical Exercise – Work through a hands-on activity using a downloadable worksheet to reinforce learning.
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Professional Certifications and Continuing Professional Development Credits (CPD)

The CPD Certification Service
Working Capital Hub's e-learning course A Step-by-Step Guide to Accounts Payable Transaction Data Analysis has been reviewed and approved by the CPD certification service.
This course qualifies for 6 Continuing Professional Development units (CDPs).
- Complete all videos and chapter quizzes.
- Complete the final exam within 1 year from completing the course.
- Score 80% or higher on final exam.

Working Capital Hub Certificate of Completion
Working Capital Hub awards learners upon completion of course and final exam with a certificate of completion.
The certificate is personal and linked to your unique email account.
- Complete all videos and chapter quizzes.
- Complete the final exam within 1 year from completing the course.
- Score 80% or higher on final exam.
Alexander Flach
Alexander Flach is a seasoned working capital enthusiast with over two decades of related experience across various industries.
His career is marked by a broad focus, from designing strategic operational frameworks to implementing effective day-to-day processes.
Known for his hands-on approach, Alexander has worked closely with both C-suite executives and factory floor operators, driving substantial improvements in cash release, revenue growth and cost efficiencies for global industrial organizations.
His career is marked by a broad focus, from designing strategic operational frameworks to implementing effective day-to-day processes.
Known for his hands-on approach, Alexander has worked closely with both C-suite executives and factory floor operators, driving substantial improvements in cash release, revenue growth and cost efficiencies for global industrial organizations.
Certified in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, Alexander’s main focus is now Working Capital Management and Supply Chain Optimization, where he leverages his experience and expertise to deliver sustainable financial and operational results.
His passion for continuous improvement and his comprehensive industry experience make him a trusted advisor in the realm of Working Capital strategy and execution.
His passion for continuous improvement and his comprehensive industry experience make him a trusted advisor in the realm of Working Capital strategy and execution.

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"Operating working capital is not just a number; it can be your competitive edge"
Alexander Flach
Working Capital Enthusiast and Afficionado