Accounting Life Podcast
Listen to fellow accountants discuss their experiences with accruals, audits, accounting automation, ERP systems and more.
Episode 29
The Future of Accounting and Finance Systems
What impact will the rise of automation and AI have on accounting in the next few years? Today we’re talking to Rob Bastress (Former VP of Business Technology, Pilot) about how the next couple of years will shape the future of accounting and finance systems.
Episode 27
State of the IPO Market with Barrett Daniels
We are currently in an IPO slump, but how long will it last? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome back Barrett Daniels (Partner, Deloitte) to help us figure out how we got here, what the trends indicate for 2023, and what pre-IPO companies can do before they go public.
Episode 28
Internal Audit & Controls with Rich Woodson
Why should accountants consider Internal Audit as a career path? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome Alfred Woodson (Rich), Director of Internal Audit at Sunrun, to talk about the joys and challenges that come with working in this area of accounting.
Episode 27
State of the IPO Market with Barrett Daniels
We are currently in an IPO slump, but how long will it last? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome back Barrett Daniels (Partner, Deloitte) to help us figure out how we got here, what the trends indicate for 2023, and what pre-IPO companies can do before they go public.
Episode 26
2023 Hiring Trends and Compensation for Accounting Professionals
What will the accounting job market look like in 2023? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by Kristine Aragon (Senior VP, Robert Half) to discuss important hiring and retention trends, as well as insights from Robert Half’s 2023 Salary Guide.
Episode 25
My First Non-Accounting Role with Mike Pietrobon
Have you ever considered a career beyond accounting? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by Mike Pietrobon (CPA and Product Marketing Manager, Gappify) for advice on how to leverage your accounting skills and experience for success in a wide variety of careers.
Episode 24
Importance of Culture for Global Accounting Teams
How important is it for you to develop a team culture for your accounting organization? In this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by Gene Liu (CAO, Atlassian) to discuss how you can build a culture that results in reduced turnover, and time and cost savings for your accounting team.
Episode 23
Navigating Technical Guidance in Accounting
How do you navigate technical guidance in accounting? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by Angela Liu (Former Director of Technical Accounting & Revenue at Glassdoor) about the strategic importance of technical accounting and its nuanced relationship with operational accounting.
Episode 22
The Importance of "Heart" in Accounting
What does “heart” have to do with accounting? Isn’t accounting just about numbers? If this doesn’t seem to add up, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by TaraMcDonough (Executive Coach & former Controller at Glassdoor) to talk about why accountants need to bring heart into their work.
Episode 21
Promoting Professional Development for Accountants
You’ve hired the right people for your accounting team, so now what? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’re joined by Senad Mustafic (CAO at Benchling) to discuss his thoughts on professional development strategies for retaining accountants.
Episode 20
The Chief Accounting Officer Role
The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) provides the accounting department a seat at the “executive table” and the opportunity to make broad, strategic company contributions. What makes an accountant a good fit for chief accounting officer? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we’ve reassembled our expert panel of CAOs, Angelina Hendraka (PowerSchool), Amy Garefis (ZipRecruiter), and Wendy Zheng, (OneTrust), to discuss what it takes to move from an accountant to CAO.
Episode 19
Accounting ERP Evolution
What do accountants need to know about ERP systems to better manage their day-to-day operations? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, Neil Chua (Managing Director, SOAProjects) discusses important ERP trends and developments to help accountants stay up to date on the latest & greatest in ERP.
Episode 18
From Accountant to Startup Founder
What does it take to go from an accountant, to an entrepreneur, to a CEO? Why is it so rare to see accountants choose this career route? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome back Guzel Lumpkin (CFO, Innova Medical Group) to interview Gappify CEO & Founder, Jotham Ty about his journey from accountant to CEO.
Episode 17
Embracing Accounting Leadership
What can accountants do to become better leaders? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we talk with Carla Harris (Senior Client Advisor, Morgan Stanley) about how to embrace accounting leadership and her new book: “Lead to Win: How to Be a Powerful, Impactful, Influential Leader in Any Environment.”
Episode 16
Accounting Perspectives from Today's IPO Environment
How should accountants think about pre-IPO companies in this time of unprecedented challenges and surprises? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we talk with Barrett Daniels (Partner, Deloitte) about how you can navigate the pre-IPO market.
Episode 15
Big 4 Learnings
What can you learn by working at the Big 4? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we talk with Erik Zhou (CAO at Brex) about important experiences you should seek out early in your accounting career.
Episode 14
The Awesome Path for Accountants in Sales Engineering Roles
Why are so many organizations placing former accountants in sales positions? On this new episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we talk with Tanya Firdman (Sales Engineering Leader at Teampay), about sales as a career path for accountants.
Episode 13
Tales from the Corporate Tax Fairy
What does it take to work in corporate tax? On this new episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we talk with Lorraine McIntire (VP of Tax at Camping World). Lorraine makes the case for why tax accounting can be an enjoyable career path.
