Financial & invoicing terms explained

Purchase order (PO)

A purchase order is a buyer-issued document approving spend - your invoice should reference it.

Matching amounts

Invoices above PO value may be rejected without a revised PO or change order.

Receiving

Goods receipts may be required before AP pays - coordinate field documentation.

Blanket POs

Cover multiple invoices until consumed - track remaining balance.

Purchase order (PO) - FAQ

Invoice above PO?+

Risk rejection - get a change order or new PO.

Blanket POs?+

Cover multiple releases until consumed - track remaining.

PO on the invoice?+

Always reference PO numbers in header or line notes.

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