If a vendor misses the accrual submission deadline, they will no longer be able to submit their accruals through Brightflag for that period. It is not possible to extend the accrual submission period or reopen the window once it has closed.
🔹 Accrual Submission Reminders for Vendors
To help vendors submit on time, Brightflag sends two automated reminders:
📅 First Reminder: 5 days before the deadline
📅 Final Reminder: On the day of the deadline
These reminders notify vendors of the upcoming deadline and give them time to complete their submission.
🔹 What If a Vendor Misses the Deadline?
✅ If necessary, you can manually enter accruals using the "Edit After Cutoff" setting.
📌 However, manually entering accruals is not generally recommended as an ongoing practice as it may increase administrative workload and may encourage vendors to submit late consistently.
🔹 Best Practices for Accrual Deadline Management
✔ Ensure your accrual deadlines do not fall on weekends to avoid vendor availability issues.
✔ Encourage vendors to submit their accruals ahead of the final deadline to prevent last-minute issues.
✔ Communicate the importance of timely submissions to your vendors to ensure compliance.