Account Payable Accounting Entries refer to the formal record of an obligation a company has to pay a vendor or creditor for goods or services received. These entries typically include the date, amount, and other details of the transaction. They are usually recorded in a journal entry format with the credit side representing the amount owed and the debit side reflecting payment. In addition to providing security from non-payment, accurate account payable accounting entries can track liabilities, help ensure timely payments, and make it easy for companies to prepare their financial statements.