Recurring invoices
Schedule repeating invoices for retainers with configurable frequency and automatic numbering to maintain consistent monthly billing.
A focused template reduces manual errors and accelerates payment by ensuring every invoice consistently includes the client, project, and compliance details specific to public relations engagements.
Oversees billing processes, ensures invoices include company registration and VAT identifiers, reconciles payments, and enforces approval workflows between account teams and external clients to reduce aging receivables.
Creates clear line-item invoices for retainers and hourly work, tracks reimbursable expenses, and uses templates to present professional, consistent invoices that speed client payments and maintain tax records.
Agencies, independent consultants, and in-house PR teams use standardized invoice templates to streamline billing and improve finance workflows.
Standard templates make it easier for finance teams to reconcile accounts and for clients to approve payments promptly.
Schedule repeating invoices for retainers with configurable frequency and automatic numbering to maintain consistent monthly billing.
Route invoices to designated approvers and require sign-off before sending to clients to reduce corrections and disputes.
Embed legally recognized signatures for statements of work and fee agreements to validate acceptance alongside invoices.
Track aging receivables, average days to pay, and client-level revenue to prioritize collection efforts and forecast cashflow.
Include company logos, color schemes, and legal footers to maintain a professional, consistent client-facing appearance.
Support VAT and sales tax line items and summary blocks to meet local tax reporting requirements and client expectations.
Link templates to client profiles so contact, PO, and billing addresses fill automatically, reducing errors and saving time when creating recurring or one-off invoices.
Allow granular descriptions for rates, hours, media placements, and third-party costs so clients can reconcile deliverables against campaign invoices easily.
Support invoice creation in different currencies with clear currency codes and optional exchange-rate notes to accommodate international clients.
Attach contracts, receipts, or media schedules directly to the invoice so clients have all supporting documentation for approvals and accounting.
| Feature | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Default reminder frequency for invoices | 48 hours |
| Approval chain for invoice dispatch | Two approvers |
| Automatic invoice numbering scheme | Sequential |
| Late fee application rules | Enable |
| Attach required supporting documentation automatically | Enabled |
Ensure invoice templates function across desktop, tablet, and mobile to support fieldwork and on-the-go approvals.
A platform that supports offline drafts, responsive editing, and secure synchronization lets account teams prepare invoices during travel and finalize them when online, preserving metadata and approval history for compliance.
A mid‑size PR agency issues monthly retainers using a template that lists retainer scope and reports hours for additional services
Leading to faster approvals and predictable monthly cashflow.
An independent consultant bills hourly rates and attaches reimbursable expense receipts using a single invoice template
Resulting in fewer client queries and streamlined bookkeeping for tax filings.
| Feature | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Acrobat Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSignature compliance (ESIGN/UETA) | |||
| Template auto-fill from CRM | |||
| Bulk send for invoices | |||
| Audit trail and activity logs |
Send within agreed billing period
Clear Net or fixed due date
Apply after missed due date
Keep for statutory years
Define earliest dispute window
| Starting monthly price (per user or plan) | $8 per user per month | $10 per user per month | $9.99 per user per month | $19 per user per month | $15 per user per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual billing discount | Yes, lower monthly rate | Yes, lower monthly rate | Yes, lower monthly rate | Yes, lower monthly rate | Yes, lower monthly rate |
| Free trial availability | Yes, trial available | Yes, trial available | Yes, trial available | Yes, trial available | Yes, trial available |
| Included templates feature | Yes, templates included | Yes, templates included | Yes, templates included | Yes, templates included | Yes, templates included |
| Bulk send capability | Included on select plans | Available on higher tiers | Limited availability | Included | Available on higher tiers |
| Enterprise support options | Custom contracts available | Custom contracts available | Custom contracts available | Custom contracts available | Custom contracts available |