In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of Open Banking payments for finance teams and how to combat everyday hurdles to streamline and simplify the reconciliation process.
How does Open Banking optimise reconciliation?
Less manual processes
Manual processes involved in account reconciliation can often consume a significant amount of time, money and resource. For example, in the automotive industry finance owners are used to getting calls on their weekend, asking if funds have landed in an account so that dealership teams can release a car. With Open Banking, finance owners get their weekends back as teams can see payment land in your business account in real time. With real-time settlement, Open Banking drives operational efficiency, which drastically reduces reliance on manual processes. This not only saves time but also helps to scale your business as manual processes are taken care of, resulting in less need for further resources or costly systems.
Less human errors
Mistakes and human error are amongst the most common reconciliation discrepancies. Whether it’s a formula error or even something as simple as an incorrect payment reference keyed in by a team member, human error can lead to a lot of wasted time and manual effort in fixing issues. Open Banking streamlines the reconciliation process by pre-populating the correct payment details, leaving no room for human error.
Huge cost savings
Most banks charge businesses for every fund entering a business bank account, and although it may be a small charge, it quickly adds up. Through Open Banking, merchants can make use of settlement accounts that not only allow for simpler reconciliation and reporting, but also provide real-time payment confirmation and automate refunds and payouts. The use of settlement accounts also eliminates the need to pay a charge on every transaction, as an end-of-day sweep means there’s just one charge to pay as opposed to the possible thousands.
Custom sweep times
Card and BACS payments can take up to three days to settle, impacting cash flow to your business. With Open Banking, you receive funds instantly, giving you better visibility and control of your real-time cash position. With Vyne, funds can be swept at a custom time that works best for your business.
Why Vyne Pay with bank?
Open Banking allows for speedy and simple payment reconciliation, and Vyne enhances this further with our reconciliation API and portal, enabling merchants to download reports directly from the user-friendly portal.
“Fast settlement is a priority to us. With Vyne Pay with bank transactions settle within seconds, enabling us to maintain operational efficiency.” - Graham Tennant, Director at TravelFX
“Instant settlement through Vyne is a huge benefit for us as a money transfer business. Not only do payments made through Vyne reach recipients quicker but the process of sending is streamlined too.” - Azad Kamrul, Director & CEO at B A Exchange
Ready to improve operational efficiency?
Look no further. Open Banking powered Pay with bank enhances operational efficiency, ultimately driving revenue and mitigating risks.