Audience: Admin, Finance
Type: Task
Reference
For system behavior and rules, see
SmartBooks Documentation – Section 4: Vendor and Bill Management
Purpose
Adding a vendor allows you to record supplier details in SmartBooks.
Vendors are required for creating bills, recording payments, and tracking payables.
How to Access
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Go to SmartBooks
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Click Vendors
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Click Add Vendor
URL format:https://app.thulo.com/{tenantname}/ps/admin/accounting/vendors
Adding a New Vendor
To add a vendor:
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Click Add Vendor
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Enter the Vendor Name
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Enter Contact Details (email, phone, address)
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Select the Currency (default is NPR)
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Set Payment Terms if applicable
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Save the vendor
The vendor is now available for bills and payments.
Optional Vendor Information
You may also configure:
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Opening balance
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Tax information (if applicable)
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Notes for internal reference
Important Notes
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Vendor information is shared across SmartBooks
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Editing vendor details does not change past bills
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Vendors must be created before adding bills
When to Add a Vendor
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Before creating a bill
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When onboarding a new supplier
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When migrating vendor data from another system
Related Articles
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Add new bill and approve
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Opening Balance for Customer and Vendor
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Pay Bill With Bank Payment or Credit Card
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Pay Bill with Check
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