Making Life Easier in the Accounting Department
Let’s be honest—we’ve all had one of those moments. You’re cruising through your to-do list, checking boxes left and right, and just as you click “save” on that A/P invoice, it hits you. You made a mistake.
Back in my dealership days in the early ’90s, this scenario played out a little differently. I still remember the unmistakable sound of my boss shouting, “Tierney, get in here!” I’d hustle into his office, only to be met with the dreaded reading-glasses stare as he pointed out every clerical error I’d made the day before. After a not-so-gentle reminder to double-check my work, I’d retreat back to my desk to fix the issues.
Fast forward a few years—and a few hundred dealership visits later—I’ve seen that same situation repeat itself across North America. Mistakes happen. Whether you’re brand new to the job or a seasoned pro, human error is part of the game. But until recently, fixing a mistake on an A/P invoice meant jumping through hoops: reversing the transaction, reentering the invoice, and double-checking everything again.
Well, I’ve got good news.
With the latest version of Lightspeed DMS, you can now edit A/P invoices directly—no more reversing and recreating. If you’ve entered the wrong amount, coded it to the wrong account, or just need to make a change, it’s never been easier. Just go to the Vendor Inquiry screen, find the invoice, highlight it, and hit Edit. That’s it. Mistake corrected, stress avoided.
This small but mighty update is a game-changer for accounting teams. It saves time, reduces frustration, and helps everyone stay focused on what really matters—running a successful dealership.
So, the next time your inner voice starts shouting “Tierney, fix it!”—relax. With editable A/P invoices in Lightspeed, you’ve got it covered.
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Bryan Tierney
When I think back on my childhood, some of my fondest memories are the Saturdays I spent with my dad at the local motorcycle shop. There was something special about walking through those doors and being surrounded by all the shiny new bikes on the showroom floor. The atmosphere of the shop was intoxicating, and I knew from a young age that I was hooked. As I got older, my love for the Powersports Industry continued to evolve. I landed a job behind the parts counter of that very same dealership and started my career using Lightspeed. It's hard to believe that was over thirty years ago! Over the years, my role with Lightspeed has changed many times, but the feeling I get when I’m in a dealership or at an industry event, always takes me back to those Saturdays with my dad. There's something truly special about this industry and the people within it, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of it.
