Custom fields
Custom fields let you capture SKU, batch numbers, serials, or internal references and map them to accounting codes for clearer inventory tracking and automated posting.
A consistent invoice template centralizes payment information, reduces back-and-forth with buyers, and shortens payment cycles while improving accuracy in inventory accounting and reconciliation.
Oversees stock levels and item records across warehouses; uses the invoice template to confirm SKU accuracy, quantities shipped, and unit pricing. Relies on consistent invoice formatting to reconcile physical stock with accounting reports and coordinate returns or adjustments when discrepancies arise.
Processes vendor invoices and initiates payments; verifies bank details against vendor records and banking protocols. Requires audit-ready invoices with bank fields, invoice numbers, and clear totals to support automated payment runs and internal controls.
Typical users include operations teams that manage stock, accounting personnel handling payments and reconciliation, and external suppliers or buyers needing clear payment instructions.
Standard templates reduce disputes, help automate financial workflows, and provide traceable documentation for audits and vendor relationships.
Custom fields let you capture SKU, batch numbers, serials, or internal references and map them to accounting codes for clearer inventory tracking and automated posting.
Dedicated fields for bank name, account, routing, ACH instructions and optional international SWIFT/BIC entries minimize ambiguity and provide clear payment routing for AP teams.
Dynamic item tables accommodate multiple line items, support quantity and unit price entries, and calculate line and invoice totals automatically to reduce manual calculation errors.
Built-in formulas compute subtotals, discounts, taxes and shipping charges so the final amount is consistent and ready for reconciliation without extra spreadsheet work.
Conditional fields show or hide payment instructions, refund accounts, or tax lines based on order type, buyer location, or payment method to keep templates concise.
Native integrations with accounting and inventory systems let you pull item data, push invoice records, and keep ledgers synchronized for faster month-end closing.
Use Google Docs to draft invoice templates and import inventory tables, then export finalized invoices as PDFs for sending and archiving in a controlled workflow.
Sync customer billing addresses, payment terms and purchase history from CRM records so invoices auto-populate with valid buyer details and preferred payment methods.
Store signed invoices and templates in secure cloud folders for accessible retention, versioning, and backup aligned with document retention policies.
Integrate with accounting software to post invoices, mark payments received, and update inventory costs automatically to maintain accurate financial ledgers.
| Workflow Setting Name and Value | Default configuration values and brief notes |
|---|---|
| Approval routing and sign order | Two approvers required, sequential routing |
| Reminder frequency and escalation | 48 hours default reminder setting |
| Field-level masking and visibility | Mask account numbers except last four digits |
| Document retention and archival policy | Retain signed invoices for seven years |
| Access provisioning and role limits | Restrict template editing to admins only |
Templates and signing workflows should work consistently across web, mobile and tablet platforms to support remote teams and partners.
Ensure your chosen solution provides responsive templates, secure mobile signing, and consistent rendering in PDFs so bank details and inventory tables remain intact across devices and when exported for accounting.
A national distributor standardized invoices with embedded bank routing and account numbers to eliminate manual follow-ups
Resulting in faster supplier payments and fewer returned funds, improving supplier relationships and cash flow.
A wholesale vendor added conditional fields for credit memos and bank refund instructions to its inventory invoices
Leading to clearer audit trails and reduced disputes during month-end close, shortening closing cycles.
| Capability or Feature being compared | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability of bank detail fields | |||
| Itemized inventory table support | |||
| Automated calculations for totals | Partial | Partial | |
| Audit trail and timestamping |
| Monthly Plans and Features | signNow (Featured) | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | HelloSign | PandaDoc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial and entry plan | Free trial available, entry plans from low monthly rates | Free trial available, entry plans vary by region | Trial available with Adobe Creative integrations | Free trial and low-tier plans | Free trial with pay-as-you-go option |
| API access and developer tools | REST API available with documentation and SDKs | Comprehensive API and dev center | API access included for business plans | API available with Dropbox Sign | Full API and developer support |
| HIPAA and compliance options | Business plans support HIPAA options via BAA | Enterprise HIPAA offerings available | HIPAA support via enterprise agreements | HIPAA available for business customers | HIPAA possible with enterprise contracts |
| Bulk sending and templates | Bulk Send and reusable templates supported | Bulk send available on higher tiers | Templates and bulk workflows available | Bulk send supported | Template library and bulk options |
| Mobile app and offline support | Native mobile apps for iOS/Android with offline signing | Mobile apps with broad support | Adobe mobile apps with document tools | Mobile apps via Dropbox Sign | Mobile apps with document workflows |