Accounts payable is a current liability, which represents the amount of money that a company owes to its suppliers or vendors for goods or services that have been purchased but not yet paid for. When a company purchases goods or services on credit, it creates an accounts payable balance. This balance is usually settled within a short period, such as 30 days or 60 days, depending on the agreed-upon terms with the supplier. Accounts payable is an important part of a company's working capital management, as it reflects the amount of cash that a company needs to pay to its suppliers in the near future.