Vendor Configuration in WickedFile

Incorrect or incomplete vendor configuration can cause issues such as:

• Duplicate vendor entries.
  
  
• Split or missing statements across vendor profiles.
  
  
• Inaccurate COGS reporting or categorization.
  
  

By setting up each vendor correctly, WickedFile can automatically match documents, categorize expenses, and streamline your monthly statement management process.

Why Vendor Configuration Is Important

• Accurate Reporting: Ensures COGS and parts purchases are properly classified.
  
  
• Automation: Automates statement matching and document organization.
  
  
• Efficiency: Reduces manual corrections caused by duplicate or misconfigured vendors.
  
  
• Consistency: Keeps your vendor records unified, especially when vendors have multiple account numbers or branches.
  
  

How to Configure a Vendor

• 1. Access the Vendor Page
  
  
  • Navigate to the Vendor section from the sidebar.
    
    
  • Select the vendor you want to configure (e.g., Advance Auto Parts).

• 2. Open Vendor Configuration
  
  
  • Click on Vendor Configuration to open the settings panel.

• 3. Set Vendor Type Options
  
  
  • Is this a parts vendor?
    Choose Always, Sometimes, or Never depending on whether this vendor regularly provides parts.
    
    
  • Is this a COGS vendor?
    Select Yes if the vendor contributes to your cost of goods sold (COGS).
    
    
    • If Yes, you’ll be prompted to choose a Category such as:
      
      
      • Parts
        
        
      • Sublet
        
        
      • Tire
        
        
      • Towing
        
        
    • If No, you’ll have access to several non-COGS vendor types, such as:
      
      
      • Property
        
        
      • Operating Supplies
        
        
      • Utilities
        
        
      • Fuel
        
        
      • Labor
        
        
      • + More

• 4. Is this a statement vendor?
  Select Yes if the vendor provides monthly or periodic statements.
  
  
• 5. Statement Frequency:
  Choose how often statements are expected (e.g., Monthly, Weekly).
  
  

• 6. Save Changes
  
  
  • Click Update Vendor Config to apply your changes.
    
    

Handling Duplicate Vendors

Duplicate vendor entries can occur when documents are uploaded under slightly different vendor names (e.g., Advance Auto Parts and Advance Auto). This can cause statements or invoices to be split between two records.

To fix this:

1. Open the configuration for one of the duplicate vendors.
   
   
2. Click Merge Vendors.

1. Select the duplicate vendor to merge with.

1. Confirm the merge — WickedFile will combine all associated documents, transactions, and configurations into one unified vendor record.
   
   

⚠️ Tip: Regularly review your vendor list for duplicates to keep your system clean and ensure all documents are linked correctly.

Additional Options

• Ignore Vendor: Exclude a vendor from COGS or statement tracking if it’s irrelevant (e.g., utilities, subscriptions).
  
  
• Reset Vendor: Revert all vendor configuration settings to default if you need to start over.
  
  

Best Practices

✅ Review and configure new vendors as soon as they appear.
✅ Merge duplicates immediately to prevent document fragmentation.
✅ Use consistent naming conventions across your uploads and accounting systems.
✅ Verify statement frequency to ensure timely reconciliation.