November 2-4, 2026  |  JW Marriott Austin  |  Austin, TX

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Mon Nov 2
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Registration

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Mon Nov 2
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Full-Day Certifications & Workshop

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Accounts Payable Manager Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Manager. Designed for those with AP Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

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Accounts Payable Specialist Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Specialist or an Accredited P2P Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and

Read More

1099 Payment Reporting Specialist Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

Consider this your bootcamp for IRS regulations.   
With ever-changing federal legislative and regulatory requirements, any organization that is not knowledgeable and prepared to comply with complex regulations could face significant penalty assessments, which could

Read More

Procure-to-Pay - Manager Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Procure-to-Pay Manager (APPM). Designed specifically for those who have (or aspire to have) supervisory roles within a P2P function

Read More

Build Free AI Tools To Boost Your AP Teams’ Performance Workshop

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

AI tools are limited only by your imagination, not your budget. Attend this workshop to better understand AI and then put that knowledge to work by building tools that address your most pressing AP challenges.

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Mon Nov 2
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Half-Day Workshops

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

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AP | AUTHENTICATION. VALIDATION. MANAGEMENT™ A Three Step Process to Successful Vendor Setup and Maintenance

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

The Authentication.Validation.ManagementTM is a 3-Step process for vendor setup and maintenance can help reduce the potential for fraud, regulatory fines, and bad vendor data. Learn 5 Authentication Techniques, 28 Validation Resources, 29 Internal Controls and

Read More
Debra Richardson
Debra R. Richardson, LLC

Microsoft Excel: Building the FP&A Toolkit

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

The situations FP&A professionals face every day require a refined skill set in Microsoft Excel. You need to model various scenarios and build dashboards that look good and work effectively. In this session, we’ll build

Read More
Neil Malek
Knack Training
Mon Nov 2
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Certification & Workshop Lunch

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Mon Nov 2
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Half-Day Workshops

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

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ReDesign Your Vendor Process to Avoid Fraud, Fines and Bad Vendor Data

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

Many vendor teams know their processes have gaps that leave them vulnerable to fraud, fines, and inaccurate vendor data but struggle to know where to begin. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll walk step-by-step through five

Read More
Debra Richardson
Debra R. Richardson, LLC

Microsoft Excel: Modern Skill Refresh

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

In the last decade, Microsoft has seen the introduction of several new tools – not just individual buttons, but entire systems for working. If you haven’t gone on a deep-dive with these features, you’re being

Read More
Neil Malek
Knack Training
Tue Nov 3
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
CST

Registration

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM
CST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

7:30 AM - 8:20 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM
CST

Welcome Remarks

8:15 AM - 8:25 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM
CST

Keynote

8:25 AM - 9:15 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Tue Nov 3
10:15 AM - 11:05 AM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

10:15 AM - 11:05 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
11:15 AM - 11:55 AM
CST

Peer Networking Roundtables

11:15 AM - 11:55 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
11:55 AM - 1:10 PM
CST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

11:55 AM - 1:10 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
CST
Tue Nov 3
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
CST
Tue Nov 3
6:45 PM - 8:30 PM
CST

Party

6:45 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Wed Nov 4
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
CST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM
CST

Welcome Remarks

8:30 AM - 8:40 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
8:40 AM - 9:30 AM
CST

Keynote

8:40 AM - 9:30 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
CST
Wed Nov 4
10:20 AM - 11:50 AM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions & Deep Dives

10:20 AM - 11:50 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
11:50 AM - 1:10 PM
CST
Wed Nov 4
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM CST
Wed Nov 4
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
CST

AP Breakout Deep Dives

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM CST
Mon Nov 2
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
CST

Registration

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Mon Nov 2
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Full-Day Certifications & Workshop

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

Read More

Accounts Payable Manager Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Manager. Designed for those with AP Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

Read More

Accounts Payable Specialist Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Specialist or an Accredited P2P Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and

Read More

1099 Payment Reporting Specialist Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

Consider this your bootcamp for IRS regulations.   
With ever-changing federal legislative and regulatory requirements, any organization that is not knowledgeable and prepared to comply with complex regulations could face significant penalty assessments, which could

Read More

Procure-to-Pay - Manager Certification

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Procure-to-Pay Manager (APPM). Designed specifically for those who have (or aspire to have) supervisory roles within a P2P function

Read More

Build Free AI Tools To Boost Your AP Teams’ Performance Workshop

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM CST

AI tools are limited only by your imagination, not your budget. Attend this workshop to better understand AI and then put that knowledge to work by building tools that address your most pressing AP challenges.

Read More
Mon Nov 2
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Half-Day Workshops

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

Read More

AP | AUTHENTICATION. VALIDATION. MANAGEMENT™ A Three Step Process to Successful Vendor Setup and Maintenance

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

The Authentication.Validation.ManagementTM is a 3-Step process for vendor setup and maintenance can help reduce the potential for fraud, regulatory fines, and bad vendor data. Learn 5 Authentication Techniques, 28 Validation Resources, 29 Internal Controls and

Read More
Debra Richardson
Debra R. Richardson, LLC

Microsoft Excel: Building the FP&A Toolkit

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST

The situations FP&A professionals face every day require a refined skill set in Microsoft Excel. You need to model various scenarios and build dashboards that look good and work effectively. In this session, we’ll build

Read More
Neil Malek
Knack Training
Mon Nov 2
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Certification & Workshop Lunch

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

Read More
Mon Nov 2
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
CST

Pre-Conference Half-Day Workshops

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

($) Additional Registration Required

Read More

ReDesign Your Vendor Process to Avoid Fraud, Fines and Bad Vendor Data

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

Many vendor teams know their processes have gaps that leave them vulnerable to fraud, fines, and inaccurate vendor data but struggle to know where to begin. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll walk step-by-step through five

Read More
Debra Richardson
Debra R. Richardson, LLC

Microsoft Excel: Modern Skill Refresh

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CST

In the last decade, Microsoft has seen the introduction of several new tools – not just individual buttons, but entire systems for working. If you haven’t gone on a deep-dive with these features, you’re being

Read More
Neil Malek
Knack Training
Tue Nov 3
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
CST

Registration

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM
CST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

7:30 AM - 8:20 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM
CST

Welcome Remarks

8:15 AM - 8:25 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM
CST

Keynote

8:25 AM - 9:15 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Tue Nov 3
10:15 AM - 11:05 AM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

10:15 AM - 11:05 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
11:15 AM - 11:55 AM
CST

Peer Networking Roundtables

11:15 AM - 11:55 AM CST
Tue Nov 3
11:55 AM - 1:10 PM
CST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

11:55 AM - 1:10 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
CST
Tue Nov 3
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM CST
Tue Nov 3
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
CST
Tue Nov 3
6:45 PM - 8:30 PM
CST

Party

6:45 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Wed Nov 4
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
CST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM
CST

Welcome Remarks

8:30 AM - 8:40 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
8:40 AM - 9:30 AM
CST

Keynote

8:40 AM - 9:30 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
CST
Wed Nov 4
10:20 AM - 11:50 AM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions & Deep Dives

10:20 AM - 11:50 AM CST
Wed Nov 4
11:50 AM - 1:10 PM
CST
Wed Nov 4
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
CST

AP Breakout Sessions

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM CST
Wed Nov 4
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
CST

AP Breakout Deep Dives

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM CST
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Tue Nov 4
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Registration

Registration Desk
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
Tue Nov 4
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
PST

Accounts Payable Certification - Manager

Milano III-IV
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Manager. Designed for those with AP Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

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Accounts Payable Certification - Specialist

Milano VII-VIII
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Specialist or an Accredited P2P Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and

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Pre-Conference Certifications

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Accounts Receivable Certification - Manager

Milano II
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Receivable Manager. Designed for those with AR Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

Read More

Accounts Receivable Certification - Specialist

Salerno
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Receivable Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and is built around peer-tested best

Read More

1099 Payment Reporting Specialist Certification

Milano I
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

Consider this your bootcamp for IRS regulations.   


With ever-changing federal legislative and regulatory requirements, any organization that is not knowledgeable and prepared to comply with complex regulations could face significant penalty assessments, which could

Read More
Tue Nov 4
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PST

What To Do About Too Much To Do

Milano V
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

Let’s be honest. Your proverbial plate is already running over with all you have to do. Even worse, your mind is racing with fresh ideas for improvement and growth. If only there was a solution

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Pre-Conference Workshops

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Productivity Hacks: Work Smarter, Not Harder in Excel

Milano VI
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

Sometimes to get more done, you must innovate. In Excel, there are powerful features that can automate so many tasks we take for granted. In this session, we build workbooks that practically run themselves. Explore

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Tue Nov 4
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
PST

Pre-Conference Certification & Workshop Lunch

Octavius Ballroom
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Tue Nov 4
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
PST

Pre-Conference Workshops

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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AP | AUTHENTICATION.VALIDATION. MANAGEMENT™ A Three Step Process to Successful Vendor Setup and Maintenance

Milano V
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

The Authentication.Validation.ManagementTM is a 3-Step process for vendor setup and maintenance can help reduce the potential for fraud, regulatory fines, and bad vendor data. Learn 5 Authentication Techniques, 28 Validation Resources, 29 Internal Controls and

Read More

Lightning-Fast Excel: Shortcuts, Tips, and Tricks to Work Faster

Milano VI
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

If you’re tired of clicking through your workbook with your mouse, performing long manual processes, this session will change everything for you. Build your skillset of navigational and editing shortcuts for everyday usage; use the

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Tue Nov 4
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
PST

Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall

Octavius Ballroom
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Tue Nov 4
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Kick-off

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM PST

Start your conference experience off right! Swing by the Knowledge Hub to meet the team behind the event, get your questions answered about the mobile app or anything else on your mind, connect with fellow

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Tue Nov 4
5:40 PM - 6:00 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Kick-off

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:40 PM - 6:00 PM PST

Start your conference experience off right! Swing by the Knowledge Hub to meet the team behind the event, get your questions answered about the mobile app or anything else on your mind, connect with fellow

Read More
Wed Nov 5
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
PST

Registration

Registration Desk
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
PST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM
PST

Welcome Remarks

Octavius Ballroom
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM
PST

Keynote | We Are Here…Now What?

Octavius Ballroom
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM PST

You’ve arrived. The sessions are ahead. Your notebook is ready, and your mind is open. But what happens after this? How do you take the inspiration, strategies, and tools you’ll collect at IOFM Fall and

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Wed Nov 5
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Stay Ahead of the Game with Bottomline AP Automation

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by: Bottomline

With Bottomline, you can process invoices faster and more accurately, pay vendors electronically, and boost security.

Steve Olmschenk, Bottomline Senior Solution Consultant, will show you how to use the Bottomline

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Wed Nov 5
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | The Reconciliation Revolution: A Global Pharmaceutical Distributor’s Case Study in Scalable Transformation

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | Strategic Audit Solutions

Stop drowning in manual vendor reconciliation. This pharmaceutical case study reveals how StatementSYNC automated reconciliation delivers what AP teams actually need: 

  • Tangible benefits including up to
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Wed Nov 5
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
PST

Building Tomorrow’s Credit Management Tools Today: Power BI Fueled By AI

Salerno
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Do you think AI is too aspirational? Too expensive? Or that Excel isn’t a powerful enough tool to manage your organization’s credit needs? Think again.

In just the first half of this practical and tactical

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Transforming Accounts Payable at American Senior Communities

Milano V
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Session Presented by | DataServ

Discover how American Senior Communities (ASC), a senior living provider, partnered with DataServ to modernize its invoice processing across 91 locations.
 
In this presentation, we share how ASC reduced

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Improving Speed, Efficiency & Scalability: Vermeer’s AP Automation Success Story

Milano I
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Session Presented by | Esker

Tired of manual accounts payable (AP) processes contributing to slower reconciliation and payment cycles, limited visibility, and dissatisfied suppliers and staff? So was Vermeer Corporation — that’s why the leading

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

The Human Firewall

Milano II
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

You can have all the software in the world — but if your employees fall for a well-crafted phishing email, your defenses collapse. This practical session focuses on empowering your AP/AR staff to become your

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Driving AP Performance with a Daily Routine

Milano VI
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Discover how Aflac’s Accounts Payable team leverages a daily 20-minute morning huddle to drive performance, accountability, and team alignment. Since 2018, this structured check-in has become the backbone of the department’s success—covering key topics such

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Data Cleanup in Excel

Milano VII-VIII
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Messy, inconsistent data undermines the effectiveness of your analysis. This practical session shows the powerful Excel tools you can use to transform raw data into clean tables. Standardize formats, highlight outliers and inconsistencies, and handle

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A Customized Approach for Vendor Validations: How to Determine Which you Should be Performing

Milano III-IV
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Do you know which vendor validations are recommended for your organization? What validations may be unique to your industry? What validations are based on location (Non-US, US, or US State) or type of vendor? We

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Wed Nov 5
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM
PST

Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Retention and Recruiting Strategies for AP & AR

Octavius Ballroom
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Fraud

Octavius Ballroom
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Vendor Management and Relationships

Milano VII-VIII
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - AR

Salerno
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtables

11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

 

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Wed Nov 5
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM
PST

Peer-to-Peer Roundtables

11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

 

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Oracle

Milano VI
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Shared Services

Milano I
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Getting the Most out of Existing Automation

Milano II
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Leadership

Milano III-IV
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Compliance

Milano V
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Wed Nov 5
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
PST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | From Manual to Autonomous: The Future of Finance Operations

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM PST

Presented by Skalable Technologies

Finance teams are evolving fast — from spreadsheets and shared drives to intelligent, autonomous operations powered by AI. In this session, Sunil Nelabhotla, Founder & CEO of Skalable Technologies, shares how

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Wed Nov 5
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
PST

From Resistance to Resilience: Driving Adoption for Sustainable Success

Milano VI
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Let’s face it, people do not like change… but their resistance can be overcome. This session will delve into change management and adoption strategies to overcome obstacles like resistance and lack of engagement. We’ll discuss

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Bridge the Gap: How AP Can Collaborate with IT to Drive Change

Milano VII-VIII
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

In many organizations, AP leaders face stalled projects when their priorities aren’t aligned with IT’s. This session explores how to build internal bridges—translating AP’s needs into IT-aligned business value and creating partnership instead of pushback.

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From Blind Spots to Breakthroughs: How Finance Teams Are Reclaiming Control and Clarity

Milano V
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | Oversight

Finance teams don’t lack data—they lack clarity. Fragmented tools and reactive processes have created a maze of missed risks and manual work. But forward-thinking organizations are rewriting the playbook.

In

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Breaking the Invoice Bottleneck: Zurn Elkay’s AP Automation Transformation

Milano I
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | Basware

Manual mayhem doesn’t scale. With 100,000+ invoices across two ERPs and 90% of intake arriving by email, Zurn Elkay’s AP team faced mounting inefficiencies and tolerance issues. Enter AP automation.

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Cash Application in a Disaster: Closing the Loop Faster Under Pressure

Salerno
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

In times of financial uncertainty, every dollar—and every delay—matters. Cash application, often seen as a tactical back-office function, suddenly becomes a frontline defense in preserving liquidity and customer trust. The faster you apply payments, the

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PANEL | Unlocking AI’s Potential for AP and AR: Insights from Industry Experts

Milano II
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Are you ready to bring the power of artificial intelligence into your accounts payable or accounts receivable operations?  Then this interactive panel discussion is for you.  

Our panel of industry experts will share

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Documenting Your Vendor Processes: The Key to Avoiding Errors and Mitigating Risks

Milano III-IV
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Documenting vendor processes ensure error avoidance and risk mitigation. Create or update desktop procedures for training and audit purposes. Learn the importance of documentation, what to include, and how to keep procedures current with user-friendly

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Wed Nov 5
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM
PST

Beyond AP Recovery: How Pay for Performance Partnerships Power P2P Automation

Milano V
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Session Presented by: Bedrock

Real world examples and stories from Astellas Pharma on turning recovery into transformation and performance into the P2P Lifecycle.

Learning Objectives

  • Remediation of Gaps in the invoice to Pay process using
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How to Fight Fraud on All Fronts in B2B Payments

Milano I
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Session Presented by | Bottomline

Business-to-business payments are one of the epicenters of fraud activity in the US, given both the huge volume of transactions and vendor data for bad actors to target. Protecting your

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Inside the Hacker's Playbook

Milano III-IV
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

In this live, interactive session, Mike Wright will take attendees inside the mind of a hacker — showing how bad actors research, target, and infiltrate finance departments using publicly available information and common business processes.

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Managing T&E Expenses

Milano VI
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Discover the essential strategies for mastering every stage of a successful Travel & Expense (T&E) implementation. Gain insights into selecting the ideal T&E provider for your organization, crafting a seamless implementation plan, and building a

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Financial Storytelling: Data Visualizations That Drive Decisions

Milano VII-VIII
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Generating and delivering clear, accurate results is core to the financial manager’s responsibility, but creating impactful data visualization can spark real change. This session focuses on the principles of effective data visualization tailored to real-world

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PANEL | Actionable Solutions for Today’s AP Leaders: Insights from the Experts

Milano II
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Accounts payable leaders are under constant pressure to do more with less, keep processes running smoothly, and stay ahead of fast-evolving technology trends.  It’s a lot to balance, and finding the right solutions can

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Wed Nov 5
2:55 PM - 3:30 PM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
2:55 PM - 3:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Simplify 1099 & W 9 compliance with Avalara

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | Avalara

See how Avalara 1099 & W‑9 helps you collect, validate, and e-file forms with ease. This short demo walks through key features designed to save time, reduce errors, and

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Wed Nov 5
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM
PST

Darling Ingredients’ AP Automation Journey: From Vision to Scalable Success

Milano V
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Session Presented by: oAppsNET

Join us as Darling Ingredients shares their comprehensive journey toward Accounts Payable (AP) automation — from defining current-state challenges to achieving a scalable, future-state operation. The team successfully implemented a centralized

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Navigating New Borders: Transforming Geopolitical Uncertainty into a Foundation of Operational Confidence

Milano I
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Session Presented by | SAP Ariba

In an era where technology and geopolitics are constantly reshaping one another, operational trust and resilience have never been more vital. In this episode, we explore how

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Speak their Language: Leadership through Behavioral Communication

Milano VII-VIII
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Ever feel like the messages you’re delivering are just not resonating or getting through to members of your team?  Or have you ever left a project meeting feeling frustrated and unheard? You may just

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

AP Statement Reconciliation Importance and Automation

Milano VI
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

In this session, we will explore the opportunities that supplier statement reconciliation can deliver. Additionally, we will discuss the automation of the statement reconciliation. We will discuss the business case for implementation of automation as

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What’s New with Form 1099 and 1042-S

Milano III-IV
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

We haven’t had many things to talk about under “what’s new” for several years, but that all changed with the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill in July. This new law changes

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RFPs Should RIP: Learn From a Sales Insider: How to Buy AR Automation

Salerno
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Spoiler Alert: The way most companies buy AR automation isn't efficient or effective. Learn a proven framework for investing in technology.

Topics include:

  • Asking the tough questions: Sales professionals are trained to say yes
  • Learning
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PANEL | Expert Strategies to Solve Your Biggest Payments Challenges

Milano II
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

As an accounts payable leader, managing supplier payments effectively has never been more critical – or more challenging. From streamlining supplier enrollment and optimizing your payment mix to completing the last mile of payment automation

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Wed Nov 5
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM
PST

Power Session | Redefining Roles in the Digital Age

Milano VII-VIII
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

As automation takes over manual tasks, AP roles are evolving into more strategic, analytical functions. This session offers a roadmap for how AP leaders can redesign responsibilities, reskill their teams, and foster a culture of

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AP & AR Power Sessions

4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

Power Session | AI-Powered Hackers: Why Your Accounts Payable Team is the New Front Line

Milano I
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

Cybercriminals are no longer lone wolves in hoodies — they're using artificial intelligence to automate attacks and scale faster than ever before. In this eye-opening 20-minute session, cybersecurity expert Mike Wright reveals how AI is

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Wed Nov 5
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
PST

Networking Reception

Octavius Ballroom
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Autonomous Spend-to-Pay: AI-Driven AP Inbox and Autonomous Accounts Payable

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | AppZen

Experience a live demo of Autonomous AP and AppZen Inbox, and see first-hand how our AI-first solutions are helping AP teams swiftly and accurately process invoices. Starting with your

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Wed Nov 5
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PST

Moonlight Magic Attendee Party

Temple Pool
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
PST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM PST

Registration

Registration Desk
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM
PST

Opening Remarks

Octavius Ballroom
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM PST
Thu Nov 6
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM
PST

Opening Panel | Strategies from the Cash Flow Frontlines: AP & AR Responses to Tariffs and Other Risk Factors

Octavius Ballroom
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM PST

Tariffs are a volatility machine. They are driving unpredictable payment terms, impacting vendor renegotiations, and complicating customer disputes. For AP, this means a minefield of compliance checks and strained supplier relationships. For AR, tariffs bring

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Thu Nov 6
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
PST

PANEL | 1099 Disruptions: What Every AP Team Must Do Before Filing Season

Milano II
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

The IRS is overhauling how organizations report non-employee compensation and other payments, and the impact on Accounts Payable will be profound. A different threshold will mean a change in 1099 form process, while the retirement

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AP’s Ultimate Fraud Defense Checklist: Stop Threats Before They Cost You

Milano I
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Session Presented by | Edenred Pay

Fraudsters aren’t slowing down – are you keeping up?

Every day, cybercriminals target accounts payable departments with increasingly sophisticated schemes, from phony bank account change requests to deepfake-enabled invoice

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Change Management & Adoption Strategies

Milano VII-VIII
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Change impacts every part of an organization: people, processes, and systems. In this session, we’ll break down what change management really means and why it’s essential for long-term success. We’ll explore the most common challenges,

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

How to Get Leadership to Finally Invest in AR

Salerno
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Crisis brings urgency and opportunity. Use this window to make your case for the tools, staff, and strategy you've always needed.

No company would undercut their sales team, especially during a challenging economy. As an

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Inside an AP Invoice Workflow Transformation

Milano VI
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

In 2024, Aflac’s AP team rolled out a new invoice workflow system to improve efficiency and control. This session will cover the implementation process, key lessons learned (both good and bad), planned future enhancements, and

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Recognize Telltale Signs of Deepfake Frauds to Prevent Payment Fraud

Milano III-IV
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Publicized real world incidents show us how fraudsters are using deepfake images, videos and voice cloning to perpetrate payment fraud. While technology continues to improve every day, this session reviews current telltale signs of these

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Thu Nov 6
10:20 AM - 11:15 AM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
10:20 AM - 11:15 AM PST
Thu Nov 6
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Top AI Use Cases for AP & Finance Leaders in the Gen AI Era

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM PST

Session Presented by | Discover Dollar

Discover how Gen AI is unlocking the next frontier of finance - turning AP and controllership from reactive cost centers into proactive engines of insight, efficiency, and growth.

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Thu Nov 6
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
PST

AP & AR Breakout Sessions

11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

AP and Procurement Collaboration

Milano I
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

Explore in this session how Procurement and Accounts Payable collaboration drives overall business process improvement. Which KPIs should Procure-to-Pay (P2P) focus on together. Who owns which part of the supplier relationship. What does a great

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PANEL | Protecting Your Receivables in This Economy

Milano II
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

It's more important now than ever to not over-extend credit to your customers. Learn practical and tactical tips from a panel of leading credit managers.

Topics include:

  • What your ageing reports and DSO aren't telling
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Thu Nov 6
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM
PST

AP & AR Breakout Sessions

11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Ask the Expert LIVE: Your Top Compliance Questions of 2025 So Far

Milano VII-VIII
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Join this interactive session where we tackle the most pressing compliance questions of the year as submitted b y IOFM members. Drawing from our “Ask the Expert” platform, this session will address a range of

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From Planning to Prevention: Your Role in Organization-Wide Crisis Readiness

Milano VI
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

It is in your very nature to be meticulous. To plan. To anticipate. You also know that your ability to do your job, have your job really, depends on your organization being able to do

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CANCELED - Fraudulent Emails That Made It into Your Inbox in the Last 90 Days and Strategies to Combat

Milano III-IV
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Fraudulent emails are a part of the normal life of an Accounts Payable Professionals that handle help desk inquiries and vendor requests for adds or changes to the vendor master file. Fraudsters tactics are always

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Thu Nov 6
12:05 PM - 1:05 PM
PST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
12:05 PM - 1:05 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Unlocked: The Ultimate Bet on AP/AR Success

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | IOFM

Financial operations come with plenty of twists and turns, but IOFM Membership and Certification helps you navigate them with confidence. Join IOFM Training Advisor, Allison Hughes and IOFM Membership &

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Thu Nov 6
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM
PST

CANCELED - Strategies for Making Effective Confirmation Calls to Prevent B2B Payment Fraud

Milano III-IV
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

Are you making confirmation calls to your vendors to confirm vendor adds or changes to vendor remittance details? Confirmation calls can be part of a multi-step internal control process to avoid payment fraud, however, payment

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The Future of Finance: Trends, Evolving Roles, and Leadership Strategies

Milano VII-VIII
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

This forward-looking session explores what’s next for finance teams—from disruptive technologies to new leadership models. Perfect for AP leaders ready to expand their view, it connects current realities to future opportunities.

Session Outline:

  • Introduction &
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KPIs Every AP Department Should Track

Milano VI
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

In today’s dynamic financial environment, tracking the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is essential for any Accounts Payable (AP) department striving for operational excellence. This presentation will dive into the most critical KPIs every AP

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Beyond the Checkbox: The Real Formula for a High-Performing Credit Team

Milano I
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

You’ve launched a new system, updated policies, and rolled out training… so why hasn’t performance improved? Because change is not a one-time task—it’s a managed process. This session unpacks the invisible forces that stalled one

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM
PST

CANCELED - Protecting Your Organization from IRS Tax Scams and Fraud: How to Spot, Stop, and Report Them

Milano III-IV
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Fraudsters are getting better at impersonating the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  Every tax season fraudsters impersonate the IRS and target organizations with convincing emails, phone calls, letters, and even fake websites. These scams can

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AP & AR Deep Dive Sessions

2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

IOFM Reports: Keys to Building a Top-Tier AR Team

Milano V
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Based on recent studies by IOFM, there are two major challenges that could hold back the progress of your AR teams. 


Performance Improvement – Most AR teams don’t measure their efficiency or effectiveness and

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Panel | Leadership Strategies to Accelerate Your Career

Milano II
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Success in AP takes more than working hard, it requires intention, strategy, and self-advocacy. In this empowering panel, accomplished leaders will share how they took ownership of their careers, navigated setbacks, and built lasting influence

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Form W-9 Compliance Procedures and Best Practices

Milano VII-VIII
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

This session covers the best practices associated with Form W-9. This form is a key compliance mechanism for accounts payable departments, but sometimes there’s mystery about how to use it properly. This session will help

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Tue Nov 4
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
PST

Registration

Registration Desk
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
Tue Nov 4
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
PST

Accounts Payable Certification - Manager

Milano III-IV
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Manager. Designed for those with AP Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

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Accounts Payable Certification - Specialist

Milano VII-VIII
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Payables Specialist or an Accredited P2P Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and

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Pre-Conference Certifications

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Accounts Receivable Certification - Manager

Milano II
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Receivable Manager. Designed for those with AR Manager level titles and above, this course walks you through the best

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Accounts Receivable Certification - Specialist

Salerno
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

In one full day, you will be prepared to earn your certification credentials as an Accredited Receivable Specialist. The content is best suited for those below the Manager level, and is built around peer-tested best

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1099 Payment Reporting Specialist Certification

Milano I
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST

Consider this your bootcamp for IRS regulations.   


With ever-changing federal legislative and regulatory requirements, any organization that is not knowledgeable and prepared to comply with complex regulations could face significant penalty assessments, which could

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Tue Nov 4
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PST

What To Do About Too Much To Do

Milano V
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

Let’s be honest. Your proverbial plate is already running over with all you have to do. Even worse, your mind is racing with fresh ideas for improvement and growth. If only there was a solution

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Pre-Conference Workshops

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Productivity Hacks: Work Smarter, Not Harder in Excel

Milano VI
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

Sometimes to get more done, you must innovate. In Excel, there are powerful features that can automate so many tasks we take for granted. In this session, we build workbooks that practically run themselves. Explore

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Tue Nov 4
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
PST

Pre-Conference Certification & Workshop Lunch

Octavius Ballroom
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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Tue Nov 4
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
PST

Pre-Conference Workshops

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

($) Additional Registration Required

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AP | AUTHENTICATION.VALIDATION. MANAGEMENT™ A Three Step Process to Successful Vendor Setup and Maintenance

Milano V
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

The Authentication.Validation.ManagementTM is a 3-Step process for vendor setup and maintenance can help reduce the potential for fraud, regulatory fines, and bad vendor data. Learn 5 Authentication Techniques, 28 Validation Resources, 29 Internal Controls and

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Lightning-Fast Excel: Shortcuts, Tips, and Tricks to Work Faster

Milano VI
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM PST

If you’re tired of clicking through your workbook with your mouse, performing long manual processes, this session will change everything for you. Build your skillset of navigational and editing shortcuts for everyday usage; use the

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Tue Nov 4
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
PST

Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall

Octavius Ballroom
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Tue Nov 4
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Kick-off

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM PST

Start your conference experience off right! Swing by the Knowledge Hub to meet the team behind the event, get your questions answered about the mobile app or anything else on your mind, connect with fellow

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Tue Nov 4
5:40 PM - 6:00 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Kick-off

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:40 PM - 6:00 PM PST

Start your conference experience off right! Swing by the Knowledge Hub to meet the team behind the event, get your questions answered about the mobile app or anything else on your mind, connect with fellow

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Wed Nov 5
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
PST

Registration

Registration Desk
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
PST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM
PST

Welcome Remarks

Octavius Ballroom
8:15 AM - 8:25 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM
PST

Keynote | We Are Here…Now What?

Octavius Ballroom
8:25 AM - 9:15 AM PST

You’ve arrived. The sessions are ahead. Your notebook is ready, and your mind is open. But what happens after this? How do you take the inspiration, strategies, and tools you’ll collect at IOFM Fall and

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Wed Nov 5
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM PST
Wed Nov 5
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Stay Ahead of the Game with Bottomline AP Automation

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by: Bottomline

With Bottomline, you can process invoices faster and more accurately, pay vendors electronically, and boost security.

Steve Olmschenk, Bottomline Senior Solution Consultant, will show you how to use the Bottomline

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Wed Nov 5
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | The Reconciliation Revolution: A Global Pharmaceutical Distributor’s Case Study in Scalable Transformation

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | Strategic Audit Solutions

Stop drowning in manual vendor reconciliation. This pharmaceutical case study reveals how StatementSYNC automated reconciliation delivers what AP teams actually need: 

  • Tangible benefits including up to
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Wed Nov 5
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
PST

Building Tomorrow’s Credit Management Tools Today: Power BI Fueled By AI

Salerno
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Do you think AI is too aspirational? Too expensive? Or that Excel isn’t a powerful enough tool to manage your organization’s credit needs? Think again.

In just the first half of this practical and tactical

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Transforming Accounts Payable at American Senior Communities

Milano V
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Session Presented by | DataServ

Discover how American Senior Communities (ASC), a senior living provider, partnered with DataServ to modernize its invoice processing across 91 locations.
 
In this presentation, we share how ASC reduced

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Improving Speed, Efficiency & Scalability: Vermeer’s AP Automation Success Story

Milano I
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Session Presented by | Esker

Tired of manual accounts payable (AP) processes contributing to slower reconciliation and payment cycles, limited visibility, and dissatisfied suppliers and staff? So was Vermeer Corporation — that’s why the leading

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

The Human Firewall

Milano II
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

You can have all the software in the world — but if your employees fall for a well-crafted phishing email, your defenses collapse. This practical session focuses on empowering your AP/AR staff to become your

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Driving AP Performance with a Daily Routine

Milano VI
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Discover how Aflac’s Accounts Payable team leverages a daily 20-minute morning huddle to drive performance, accountability, and team alignment. Since 2018, this structured check-in has become the backbone of the department’s success—covering key topics such

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Data Cleanup in Excel

Milano VII-VIII
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Messy, inconsistent data undermines the effectiveness of your analysis. This practical session shows the powerful Excel tools you can use to transform raw data into clean tables. Standardize formats, highlight outliers and inconsistencies, and handle

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A Customized Approach for Vendor Validations: How to Determine Which you Should be Performing

Milano III-IV
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PST

Do you know which vendor validations are recommended for your organization? What validations may be unique to your industry? What validations are based on location (Non-US, US, or US State) or type of vendor? We

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Wed Nov 5
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM
PST

Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Retention and Recruiting Strategies for AP & AR

Octavius Ballroom
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Fraud

Octavius Ballroom
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Vendor Management and Relationships

Milano VII-VIII
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - AR

Salerno
11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtables

11:05 AM - 11:45 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

 

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Wed Nov 5
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM
PST

Peer-to-Peer Roundtables

11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

 

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Oracle

Milano VI
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Shared Services

Milano I
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Getting the Most out of Existing Automation

Milano II
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Leadership

Milano III-IV
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtable - Compliance

Milano V
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM PST

Join your peers to discuss your challenges & successes based on the General Topic that most interests you.

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Wed Nov 5
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
PST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | From Manual to Autonomous: The Future of Finance Operations

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM PST

Presented by Skalable Technologies

Finance teams are evolving fast — from spreadsheets and shared drives to intelligent, autonomous operations powered by AI. In this session, Sunil Nelabhotla, Founder & CEO of Skalable Technologies, shares how

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Wed Nov 5
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
PST

From Resistance to Resilience: Driving Adoption for Sustainable Success

Milano VI
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Let’s face it, people do not like change… but their resistance can be overcome. This session will delve into change management and adoption strategies to overcome obstacles like resistance and lack of engagement. We’ll discuss

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Bridge the Gap: How AP Can Collaborate with IT to Drive Change

Milano VII-VIII
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

In many organizations, AP leaders face stalled projects when their priorities aren’t aligned with IT’s. This session explores how to build internal bridges—translating AP’s needs into IT-aligned business value and creating partnership instead of pushback.

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From Blind Spots to Breakthroughs: How Finance Teams Are Reclaiming Control and Clarity

Milano V
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | Oversight

Finance teams don’t lack data—they lack clarity. Fragmented tools and reactive processes have created a maze of missed risks and manual work. But forward-thinking organizations are rewriting the playbook.

In

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Breaking the Invoice Bottleneck: Zurn Elkay’s AP Automation Transformation

Milano I
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | Basware

Manual mayhem doesn’t scale. With 100,000+ invoices across two ERPs and 90% of intake arriving by email, Zurn Elkay’s AP team faced mounting inefficiencies and tolerance issues. Enter AP automation.

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Cash Application in a Disaster: Closing the Loop Faster Under Pressure

Salerno
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

In times of financial uncertainty, every dollar—and every delay—matters. Cash application, often seen as a tactical back-office function, suddenly becomes a frontline defense in preserving liquidity and customer trust. The faster you apply payments, the

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PANEL | Unlocking AI’s Potential for AP and AR: Insights from Industry Experts

Milano II
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Are you ready to bring the power of artificial intelligence into your accounts payable or accounts receivable operations?  Then this interactive panel discussion is for you.  

Our panel of industry experts will share

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Documenting Your Vendor Processes: The Key to Avoiding Errors and Mitigating Risks

Milano III-IV
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM PST

Documenting vendor processes ensure error avoidance and risk mitigation. Create or update desktop procedures for training and audit purposes. Learn the importance of documentation, what to include, and how to keep procedures current with user-friendly

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Wed Nov 5
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM
PST

Beyond AP Recovery: How Pay for Performance Partnerships Power P2P Automation

Milano V
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Session Presented by: Bedrock

Real world examples and stories from Astellas Pharma on turning recovery into transformation and performance into the P2P Lifecycle.

Learning Objectives

  • Remediation of Gaps in the invoice to Pay process using
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How to Fight Fraud on All Fronts in B2B Payments

Milano I
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Session Presented by | Bottomline

Business-to-business payments are one of the epicenters of fraud activity in the US, given both the huge volume of transactions and vendor data for bad actors to target. Protecting your

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Inside the Hacker's Playbook

Milano III-IV
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

In this live, interactive session, Mike Wright will take attendees inside the mind of a hacker — showing how bad actors research, target, and infiltrate finance departments using publicly available information and common business processes.

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Managing T&E Expenses

Milano VI
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Discover the essential strategies for mastering every stage of a successful Travel & Expense (T&E) implementation. Gain insights into selecting the ideal T&E provider for your organization, crafting a seamless implementation plan, and building a

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Financial Storytelling: Data Visualizations That Drive Decisions

Milano VII-VIII
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Generating and delivering clear, accurate results is core to the financial manager’s responsibility, but creating impactful data visualization can spark real change. This session focuses on the principles of effective data visualization tailored to real-world

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PANEL | Actionable Solutions for Today’s AP Leaders: Insights from the Experts

Milano II
2:05 PM - 2:55 PM PST

Accounts payable leaders are under constant pressure to do more with less, keep processes running smoothly, and stay ahead of fast-evolving technology trends.  It’s a lot to balance, and finding the right solutions can

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Wed Nov 5
2:55 PM - 3:30 PM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
2:55 PM - 3:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Simplify 1099 & W 9 compliance with Avalara

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | Avalara

See how Avalara 1099 & W‑9 helps you collect, validate, and e-file forms with ease. This short demo walks through key features designed to save time, reduce errors, and

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Wed Nov 5
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM
PST

Darling Ingredients’ AP Automation Journey: From Vision to Scalable Success

Milano V
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Session Presented by: oAppsNET

Join us as Darling Ingredients shares their comprehensive journey toward Accounts Payable (AP) automation — from defining current-state challenges to achieving a scalable, future-state operation. The team successfully implemented a centralized

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Navigating New Borders: Transforming Geopolitical Uncertainty into a Foundation of Operational Confidence

Milano I
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Session Presented by | SAP Ariba

In an era where technology and geopolitics are constantly reshaping one another, operational trust and resilience have never been more vital. In this episode, we explore how

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Speak their Language: Leadership through Behavioral Communication

Milano VII-VIII
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Ever feel like the messages you’re delivering are just not resonating or getting through to members of your team?  Or have you ever left a project meeting feeling frustrated and unheard? You may just

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

AP Statement Reconciliation Importance and Automation

Milano VI
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

In this session, we will explore the opportunities that supplier statement reconciliation can deliver. Additionally, we will discuss the automation of the statement reconciliation. We will discuss the business case for implementation of automation as

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What’s New with Form 1099 and 1042-S

Milano III-IV
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

We haven’t had many things to talk about under “what’s new” for several years, but that all changed with the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill in July. This new law changes

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RFPs Should RIP: Learn From a Sales Insider: How to Buy AR Automation

Salerno
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

Spoiler Alert: The way most companies buy AR automation isn't efficient or effective. Learn a proven framework for investing in technology.

Topics include:

  • Asking the tough questions: Sales professionals are trained to say yes
  • Learning
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PANEL | Expert Strategies to Solve Your Biggest Payments Challenges

Milano II
3:30 PM - 4:20 PM PST

As an accounts payable leader, managing supplier payments effectively has never been more critical – or more challenging. From streamlining supplier enrollment and optimizing your payment mix to completing the last mile of payment automation

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Wed Nov 5
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM
PST

Power Session | Redefining Roles in the Digital Age

Milano VII-VIII
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

As automation takes over manual tasks, AP roles are evolving into more strategic, analytical functions. This session offers a roadmap for how AP leaders can redesign responsibilities, reskill their teams, and foster a culture of

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AP & AR Power Sessions

4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

Power Session | AI-Powered Hackers: Why Your Accounts Payable Team is the New Front Line

Milano I
4:35 PM - 5:00 PM PST

Cybercriminals are no longer lone wolves in hoodies — they're using artificial intelligence to automate attacks and scale faster than ever before. In this eye-opening 20-minute session, cybersecurity expert Mike Wright reveals how AI is

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Wed Nov 5
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
PST

Networking Reception

Octavius Ballroom
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Wed Nov 5
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Autonomous Spend-to-Pay: AI-Driven AP Inbox and Autonomous Accounts Payable

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM PST

Knowledge Hub Presented by | AppZen

Experience a live demo of Autonomous AP and AppZen Inbox, and see first-hand how our AI-first solutions are helping AP teams swiftly and accurately process invoices. Starting with your

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Wed Nov 5
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PST

Moonlight Magic Attendee Party

Temple Pool
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
PST

Breakfast | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM PST

Registration

Registration Desk
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM
PST

Opening Remarks

Octavius Ballroom
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM PST
Thu Nov 6
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM
PST

Opening Panel | Strategies from the Cash Flow Frontlines: AP & AR Responses to Tariffs and Other Risk Factors

Octavius Ballroom
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM PST

Tariffs are a volatility machine. They are driving unpredictable payment terms, impacting vendor renegotiations, and complicating customer disputes. For AP, this means a minefield of compliance checks and strained supplier relationships. For AR, tariffs bring

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Thu Nov 6
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
PST

PANEL | 1099 Disruptions: What Every AP Team Must Do Before Filing Season

Milano II
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

The IRS is overhauling how organizations report non-employee compensation and other payments, and the impact on Accounts Payable will be profound. A different threshold will mean a change in 1099 form process, while the retirement

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AP’s Ultimate Fraud Defense Checklist: Stop Threats Before They Cost You

Milano I
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Session Presented by | Edenred Pay

Fraudsters aren’t slowing down – are you keeping up?

Every day, cybercriminals target accounts payable departments with increasingly sophisticated schemes, from phony bank account change requests to deepfake-enabled invoice

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Change Management & Adoption Strategies

Milano VII-VIII
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Change impacts every part of an organization: people, processes, and systems. In this session, we’ll break down what change management really means and why it’s essential for long-term success. We’ll explore the most common challenges,

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

How to Get Leadership to Finally Invest in AR

Salerno
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Crisis brings urgency and opportunity. Use this window to make your case for the tools, staff, and strategy you've always needed.

No company would undercut their sales team, especially during a challenging economy. As an

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Inside an AP Invoice Workflow Transformation

Milano VI
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

In 2024, Aflac’s AP team rolled out a new invoice workflow system to improve efficiency and control. This session will cover the implementation process, key lessons learned (both good and bad), planned future enhancements, and

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Recognize Telltale Signs of Deepfake Frauds to Prevent Payment Fraud

Milano III-IV
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM PST

Publicized real world incidents show us how fraudsters are using deepfake images, videos and voice cloning to perpetrate payment fraud. While technology continues to improve every day, this session reviews current telltale signs of these

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Thu Nov 6
10:20 AM - 11:15 AM
PST

Exhibit Hall Networking & Coffee Break

Octavius Ballroom
10:20 AM - 11:15 AM PST
Thu Nov 6
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM
PST

Knowledge Hub | Top AI Use Cases for AP & Finance Leaders in the Gen AI Era

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM PST

Session Presented by | Discover Dollar

Discover how Gen AI is unlocking the next frontier of finance - turning AP and controllership from reactive cost centers into proactive engines of insight, efficiency, and growth.

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Thu Nov 6
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
PST

AP & AR Breakout Sessions

11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

AP and Procurement Collaboration

Milano I
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

Explore in this session how Procurement and Accounts Payable collaboration drives overall business process improvement. Which KPIs should Procure-to-Pay (P2P) focus on together. Who owns which part of the supplier relationship. What does a great

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PANEL | Protecting Your Receivables in This Economy

Milano II
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PST

It's more important now than ever to not over-extend credit to your customers. Learn practical and tactical tips from a panel of leading credit managers.

Topics include:

  • What your ageing reports and DSO aren't telling
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Thu Nov 6
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM
PST

AP & AR Breakout Sessions

11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Ask the Expert LIVE: Your Top Compliance Questions of 2025 So Far

Milano VII-VIII
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Join this interactive session where we tackle the most pressing compliance questions of the year as submitted b y IOFM members. Drawing from our “Ask the Expert” platform, this session will address a range of

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From Planning to Prevention: Your Role in Organization-Wide Crisis Readiness

Milano VI
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

It is in your very nature to be meticulous. To plan. To anticipate. You also know that your ability to do your job, have your job really, depends on your organization being able to do

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CANCELED - Fraudulent Emails That Made It into Your Inbox in the Last 90 Days and Strategies to Combat

Milano III-IV
11:15 AM - 12:05 PM PST

Fraudulent emails are a part of the normal life of an Accounts Payable Professionals that handle help desk inquiries and vendor requests for adds or changes to the vendor master file. Fraudsters tactics are always

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Thu Nov 6
12:05 PM - 1:05 PM
PST

Lunch | Exhibit Hall Open

Octavius Ballroom
12:05 PM - 1:05 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
PST

Knowledge Hub | IOFM Unlocked: The Ultimate Bet on AP/AR Success

Octavius Ballroom - Knowledge Hub
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM PST

Session Presented by | IOFM

Financial operations come with plenty of twists and turns, but IOFM Membership and Certification helps you navigate them with confidence. Join IOFM Training Advisor, Allison Hughes and IOFM Membership &

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Thu Nov 6
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM
PST

CANCELED - Strategies for Making Effective Confirmation Calls to Prevent B2B Payment Fraud

Milano III-IV
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

Are you making confirmation calls to your vendors to confirm vendor adds or changes to vendor remittance details? Confirmation calls can be part of a multi-step internal control process to avoid payment fraud, however, payment

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The Future of Finance: Trends, Evolving Roles, and Leadership Strategies

Milano VII-VIII
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

This forward-looking session explores what’s next for finance teams—from disruptive technologies to new leadership models. Perfect for AP leaders ready to expand their view, it connects current realities to future opportunities.

Session Outline:

  • Introduction &
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KPIs Every AP Department Should Track

Milano VI
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

In today’s dynamic financial environment, tracking the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is essential for any Accounts Payable (AP) department striving for operational excellence. This presentation will dive into the most critical KPIs every AP

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Beyond the Checkbox: The Real Formula for a High-Performing Credit Team

Milano I
1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST

You’ve launched a new system, updated policies, and rolled out training… so why hasn’t performance improved? Because change is not a one-time task—it’s a managed process. This session unpacks the invisible forces that stalled one

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AP & AR Breakout Sessions

1:05 PM - 1:55 PM PST
Thu Nov 6
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM
PST

CANCELED - Protecting Your Organization from IRS Tax Scams and Fraud: How to Spot, Stop, and Report Them

Milano III-IV
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Fraudsters are getting better at impersonating the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  Every tax season fraudsters impersonate the IRS and target organizations with convincing emails, phone calls, letters, and even fake websites. These scams can

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AP & AR Deep Dive Sessions

2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

IOFM Reports: Keys to Building a Top-Tier AR Team

Milano V
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Based on recent studies by IOFM, there are two major challenges that could hold back the progress of your AR teams. 


Performance Improvement – Most AR teams don’t measure their efficiency or effectiveness and

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Panel | Leadership Strategies to Accelerate Your Career

Milano II
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

Success in AP takes more than working hard, it requires intention, strategy, and self-advocacy. In this empowering panel, accomplished leaders will share how they took ownership of their careers, navigated setbacks, and built lasting influence

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Form W-9 Compliance Procedures and Best Practices

Milano VII-VIII
2:10 PM - 3:30 PM PST

This session covers the best practices associated with Form W-9. This form is a key compliance mechanism for accounts payable departments, but sometimes there’s mystery about how to use it properly. This session will help

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