Janet Berry-Johnson

CPA, Accounting & Tax Content Writer

Janet Berry-Johnson, CPA, is a freelance writer with a background in accounting and income tax planning and preparation. She is passionate about making complicated accounting and income tax information accessible to readers.

Education

BS, Accounting, Morrison University

Expertise

Certified Public Accountant, experienced in accounting and income tax planning and preparation

Articles by Janet Berry-Johnson

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Accounts payable management: How to run AP at scale

Accounts payable management is how a company approves and pays vendor invoices. Matching, routing, and payment timing keep AP accurate at scale.

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Fixed vs. variable expenses: Differences explained

Fixed expenses like rent and insurance stay the same each month, while variable expenses like materials, shipping, and commissions rise and fall with activity.

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Expense account: Definition, examples, and types

An expense account records business costs by category for an accounting period, increasing with debits and closing to retained earnings at period end.

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Best accounts payable automation software in 2026

Accounts payable automation software digitizes invoice capture, approval routing, matching, payments, and ERP sync for modern finance teams of every size.

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How to accept ACH payments in 5 easy steps

Accepting ACH payments involves setting up a business bank account, choosing a payment processor, and collecting Nacha-compliant customer authorization.

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8 best accounts payable software for small businesses in 2026

Compare the 8 best accounts payable software options for small businesses in 2026, including features, pricing, and automation capabilities for every team size.