Introduction: The Hidden Cost of Manual Statement Matching in Construction
If your construction firm runs on Vista by Viewpoint, you already know it’s built for industry-specific accounting, job costing, and project tracking. But here’s the reality most AP teams face: while Vista is a robust ERP, it doesn’t automatically match supplier statements to invoices and payments.
That gap is costing you—sometimes tens of thousands per year—in:
- Missed credits from suppliers
- Duplicate payments that slip through busy month-end cycles
- AP closing delays from chasing down mismatches manually
The fix? Supplier Statement Matching Software built to integrate with Vista by Viewpoint—so you can eliminate blind spots, speed up month-end, and keep your project budgets under control.
What Is Supplier Statement Matching Software?
At its core, supplier statement matching software automatically compares:
- Supplier statements
- Your AP ledger (in this case, Vista)
- Payment records
It flags discrepancies—missing invoices, unapplied credits, overpayments—before they derail your reconciliation process.
When purpose-built for Vista by Viewpoint, it can plug directly into your existing workflows without replacing your ERP. Think of it as the missing AP control tower—scanning every supplier statement to ensure your books are accurate and complete.
Why Construction AP Needs This More Than Most
Construction accounts payable isn’t just high-volume—it’s high-stakes.
- Multiple projects, multiple suppliers: You’re juggling hundreds of vendors across dozens of jobs.
- Progress payments & retention: Invoices don’t always match the contract payment schedule.
- Subcontractor compliance: Overpayment risks are higher if compliance documents aren’t tied to payments.
- High material costs: Missing credits or duplicate charges directly cut into project margins.
A dedicated supplier statement matching solution for Vista means these challenges are handled automatically, giving your AP team a safety net they can trust.
How Supplier Statement Matching Software Works with Vista by Viewpoint
Let’s walk through the workflow:
1. Import Supplier Statements
- Upload PDFs, Excel files, or scanned statements from suppliers.
- OCR and AI parsing read every line item—invoice numbers, amounts, dates, credits.
2. Pull Data from Vista
- Direct API connection or secure file sync pulls your AP ledger and payment history from Vista.
3. Automatic Matching
- The system matches each invoice in the statement to Vista’s records.
- Flags:
- Missing invoices
- Unapplied supplier credits
- Amount discrepancies
- Duplicate entries
4. Exception Reporting
- Discrepancies are sorted by urgency.
- AP team can investigate directly from the dashboard—no more scrolling through PDFs.
5. Integration Back to Vista
- Once resolved, adjustments or corrections are synced back into Vista to keep your ERP clean.
Bottom line: Instead of spending days each month reconciling statements, your AP team reviews exceptions in minutes.
Benefits You Can Measure
Construction CFOs and AP managers care about hard numbers. Here’s what Vista users typically see after adopting supplier statement matching software:
| Metric | Before Automation | After Automation |
|---|---|---|
| Missing invoice detection | 60–80% manual, reactive | 100% automated, proactive |
| Time to complete statement reconciliation | 2–3 days | 1–2 hours |
| Duplicate payment risk | Medium to high | Near zero |
| Month-end close delays | Frequent | Rare |
| Supplier disputes | Common | Minimal |
Common Pain Points Solved for Vista Users
1. Month-End Chaos
Instead of scrambling through mismatches, you start month-end knowing your statements are already reconciled.
2. Supplier Disputes
You can pull a verified audit trail showing every matched invoice and applied credit—ending “he said, she said” disputes.
3. Compliance Risks
With automated reconciliation, overpayments to non-compliant subcontractors are caught before the payment run.
4. AP Staff Overload
Your team can shift from low-value matching work to higher-value vendor management.
Best Practices for Implementing Supplier Statement Matching in Vista
If you’re ready to integrate, here are five best practices:
- Map Your Data Sources First
Know where invoices, credits, and payments live in Vista so integration is seamless. - Standardize Supplier Statement Submissions
Ask suppliers for electronic statements in a consistent format for maximum accuracy. - Start with High-Volume Suppliers
Automating the top 20% that generate 80% of your transactions delivers quick ROI. - Set Up a Monthly Audit Checklist
Even with automation, have AP review exception reports regularly. - Integrate with Compliance Checks
Combine matching with subcontractor compliance workflows to avoid overpayment risks.
Why Statement Zen for Vista by Viewpoint?
Statement Zen’s Supplier Statement Matching platform is designed for industries with complex AP—construction included.
- Vista by Viewpoint integration via API or secure file exchange
- AI-driven OCR to handle scanned supplier statements
- Real-time exception reporting with drill-down capabilities
- Designed for multi-project, multi-supplier environments
- Built-in audit trail for compliance and external audits
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Case Example: Cutting Month-End Reconciliation from 3 Days to 2 Hours
A mid-sized commercial construction company using Vista struggled with reconciling over 200 supplier statements per month.
- Before: Three AP staff spent 2–3 days per month matching manually.
- After Statement Zen:
- Reconciliation done in under 2 hours
- Caught $15,000 in unclaimed supplier credits in the first 90 days
- Reduced supplier disputes by 80%
FAQs on Supplier Statement Matching for Vista by Viewpoint
Q: Can it handle subcontractor statements with retention lines?
Yes—Statement Zen recognizes retention and progress payment lines and matches them separately from standard invoices.
Q: Do I have to replace my current Vista workflows?
No—this integrates into your existing AP process without disrupting project-level accounting.
Q: What about non-standard supplier statements?
Our OCR and AI matching engine handle scanned or irregular formats with high accuracy.
The Takeaway
For construction firms on Vista by Viewpoint, supplier statement matching software isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a profitability safeguard.
You get:
- Faster month-end closes
- Fewer disputes
- No more missed credits or duplicate payments
- A clear audit trail for compliance
If you’re serious about tightening financial controls and protecting project margins, integrating Statement Zen’s supplier statement matching with Vista should be next on your AP optimization roadmap.
