Configuring Your AP Batch Export File Configuring Your AP Batch Export File

Configuring Your AP Batch Export File

AP Batch Export allows Brightflag to group approved invoices into a file that can be processed by your Accounts Payable (AP) system.

These batch files are typically used for bulk invoice creation in finance systems.


Supported File Formats

Batch export files can be generated in several formats depending on your AP system.

FormatDescription
CSVMost common format used for AP processing
XLSXExcel format for structured review
XMLUsed for system-to-system data exchange
DATACustom format for specific integrations

Your AP team should confirm which format your system requires.


What Information Can Be Included

Batch files can contain many invoice and matter fields, including:

Vendor Name
Entity Name
Invoice Number
Invoice Date
Invoice Due Date
Currency Code
Invoice Totals
Approved Date
Upload Date
Review Stage
Reviewer Email
Invoice Status
Department
Matter Number
Matter Name
Matter Category
Matter Status
Matter Lead
User Email
Billing Start Date
Billing End Date
Entity Tax ID
Entity Address
Allocations Information

These fields help the AP system create supplier invoices automatically.


Customizing Batch Export Fields

Brightflag can customize:

  • Which fields are included
  • The order of columns
  • Field names used in the export

To request customization, contact your Brightflag Customer Success Manager (CSM).