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End-to-end invoice-to-pay automation for advertising and media agencies

Few industries can match the complexity of accounts payable in the advertising and media space.

And that’s why the largest advertising and media holding companies in the world partner with Edenred PayEdenred Pay is the market leader in B2B payments automation..

We have decades of experience in helping advertising and media companies of all sizes automate their invoice processing and supplier payments. And no other technology provider comes close to matching the capabilities of our integrated invoice-to-pay platform or our seamless integrations with advertising and media ERPs.

End-to-end invoice-to-pay automation for advertising and media agencies

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Invoice automation
Aggregate all paper and electronic invoices onto a single platform
Gain real-time visibility into invoices from the moment they are received
Eliminate manual data entry and achieve 99.5% data capture accuracy
Resolve exceptions faster with our built-in tools for identifying exceptions, requesting missing data from suppliers, and facilitating online collaboration between media buyers, planners, and suppliers
Empower suppliers with our self-service portal for submitting invoices and checking on the status of invoices and payments
Speed invoice approvals no matter where staff work with our configurable user interface and digital workflows
Payments automation
Reduce paper checks with our dedicated supplier enrollment team and proprietary database of media suppliers that accept electronic payments
Enhance cash management with seamless data feeds into treasury management systems
Strengthen supplier relationships with real-time visibility, rich remittance data, and fast payments
Optimize your working capital and deliver value to the enterprise through card rebates
Support ESG objectives and reduce environmental impact by reducing paper and paper-related consumables associated with payments and reconciliationThe process of matching financial records—such as payments and invoices—to ensure accuracy in accounting and reporting. processes.

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Benefits of our end-to-end payments automation platform

Efficiency

We automate the manual processes that bog advertising and media agencies down, so you can spend more time on higher-value activities that help grow the business and achieve a competitive advantage.

Transparency

We provide complete visibility into invoice and payment data, so you can take informed action and better manage working capital and corporate spending.

Monetization

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Connection

Edenred Pay’s self-service supplier portalA self-service web portal for suppliers to submit invoices, check payment statuses, and update account information. connects all parties so you can reduce friction, boost visibility and collaboration, and mitigate risk.

Security

Complete audit tracking, advanced risk management tools, and secure card and network payment options reduce your risk of fraud.

Comprehensive

Upload a single file from your ERP or accounting softwareA system for recording and managing a company’s financial transactions, often integrated with ERP and AP solutions. to pay suppliers in their preferred method, whether it’s through Virtual Cards, Ghost Cards, Edenred PayEdenred Pay is the market leader in B2B payments automation. Network, ACH, or Checks.

Extend ERP value

Seamlessly connect to our ecosystem of more than 350 ERPs and accounting softwareA system for recording and managing a company’s financial transactions, often integrated with ERP and AP solutions. packages.

AP exceptions resolution

Our invoice automationThe use of technology to eliminate manual tasks in the invoice processing lifecycle – from receipt to approval and ERP posting. software automatically identifies defective invoices. Suppliers can add or revise invoice information via a collaborative online portal without having to resubmit the invoice.

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Edenred Pay can help advertising and media companies automate their entire invoice-to-pay process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Edenred Pay simplifies the complexity of media accounts payable with end-to-end invoice-to-pay automation that streamlines every step from invoice capture to supplier payment. Our platform features configurable workflows designed to manage the unique approval hierarchies, cost allocations, and campaign-level reporting required in media organizations. For exceptions that require extra attention, our expert-assisted exceptions resolution services ensure invoices are reviewed, resolved, and processed quickly—keeping campaigns on track and suppliers satisfied. Edenred Pay also integrates seamlessly with leading ERPs and accounting systems to facilitate straight-through processing, eliminating manual touchpoints and improving accuracy. The result is a smarter, faster AP operation with better visibility into spend, improved control over budgets, and data that empowers media finance teams to make more informed business decisions.

Edenred Pay gives media and advertising finance teams real-time visibility and control across the entire invoice-to-pay cycle, from invoice intake to final payment. Our intuitive dashboards surface invoice and payment status, exceptions, and approvals in one place, eliminating blind spots that often delay campaigns or disrupt vendor relationships. You'll gain clear insight into cash flows, with the ability to see upcoming liabilities, approved payments, and spend trends across brands, campaigns, and suppliers. This enables proactive campaign spend management, so finance teams can ensure budgets stay aligned, cash is allocated efficiently, and payments support rather than stall campaign execution. Edenred Pay's configurable workflows and ERP and accounting system integrations make it easy to maintain control while facilitating straight-through processing. The result is a more transparent, predictable, and efficient AP process that empowers teams to make smarter financial and operational decisions in real time.

Yes. Edenred Pay's payments automation supports all major payment methods, including virtual cards, premium ACH, standard ACH, and checks—giving your AP team the flexibility to pay each supplier in their preferred way. Our platform automates payment execution, approval, and reconciliation, eliminating manual processes and reducing the risk of errors or fraud. With virtual card and premium ACH payments, organizations can also generate rebates and monetize their AP spend, creating a new revenue stream while optimizing working capital. All payments flow through a single, secure platform integrated with your existing ERP or accounting system, providing centralized visibility into payment status, cash flow, and supplier activity. Edenred Pay combines flexibility, security, and insight to deliver a truly end-to-end invoice-to-pay experience.

Edenred Pay eliminates the manual effort and costly data errors that slow down media and advertising accounts payable teams. All invoices, whether for production, digital buys, or agency fees, are aggregated on a single platform, providing a unified, automated workflow from receipt through payment. Our AI-powered data capture delivers 99.5% accuracy, ensuring line-level detail and coding precision across multiple brands, clients, and campaigns. Built-in exception management tools and expert-assisted resolution services help quickly identify and correct discrepancies such as mismatched PO numbers, duplicate invoices, or incorrect billing allocations, before they impact campaign timelines or budgets. With ERP and accounting system integrations, Edenred Pay enables straight-through processing that eliminates rekeying, reduces approval bottlenecks, and gives finance teams more time to focus on campaign analysis and spend optimization. The result: faster invoice cycles, fewer errors, and a more efficient AP operation that keeps campaigns moving smoothly.

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Advertising & media

End-to-end invoice-to-pay automation for advertising and media agencies

Invoice automation

Payments automation