
Michael Peck
Finance Writer and Editor
Michael Peck has written, edited, and overseen content marketing for organizations ranging from Salesforce, Morningstar, and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management to Rand McNally and TV Guide.com. He’s covered B2B tech, sales, leadership and innovation, travel, entertainment, social media, retail, and more. He’s also an author of award-winning fiction and is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.
school
Education
B.S., Communications, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
Articles by Michael Peck

ARTICLE
Vendor payment automation: What it is and how it works
Vendor payment automation handles supplier payments from invoice capture to execution, replacing manual data entry, approval routing, and payment processing.

ARTICLE
How to stop ACH payments
To stop an ACH payment, contact your bank at least 3 business days before the scheduled date with the payment amount, recipient, and account details.

ARTICLE
What is 3-way matching in accounts payable?
3-way matching compares purchase orders, goods receipt notes, and vendor invoices before payment to prevent fraud, overpayments, and billing errors.

ARTICLE
What is the qualified business income (QBI) deduction?
The QBI deduction lets eligible pass-through business owners deduct up to 20% of qualified business income, subject to income thresholds.

ARTICLE
How AI is transforming payment processing
AI in payment processing automates invoice workflows, detects fraud in real time, and improves cash flow visibility for finance teams.

ARTICLE
Cash handling policy template: Best practices and procedures
A cash handling policy defines procedures for receiving, counting, storing, and depositing cash to prevent theft, reduce errors, and ensure compliance.