Accounting Life Podcast

Listen to fellow accountants discuss their experiences with accruals, audits, accounting automation, ERP systems and more.

Mass Exodus Accounting Profession Dan Fletcher
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Episode 33

Does the Accounting Industry need a Rebrand?

What can be done about the mass exodus from the accounting profession? Today we’re talking with Dan Fletcher, CFO at Planful, about the issues facing the future of the accounting profession.

What would have kept you in accounting - Todd Cary
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Episode 32

What Would've Kept Me in the Accounting Profession

In recent years, the accounting profession has seen an exodus of people leaving the industry. But what can we actually do to fix this problem? Today, we’re joined by our very own Todd Carry (Product Manager, Gappify), to discuss some ways to attract and retain accounting talent.

Perspectives on Accounting Tech & State of the Profession with Michael Kelly
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Episode 31

Perspectives on Accounting Tech & State of the Profession

How do you balance the need to invest in technology with budgetary constraints? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome Michael Kelly (Director of Accounting, Turo), to talk about accounting tech and the state of the accounting profession.

What would have kept you in accounting - Todd Cary
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Episode 32

What Would've Kept Me in the Accounting Profession

In recent years, the accounting profession has seen an exodus of people leaving the industry. But what can we actually do to fix this problem? Today, we’re joined by our very own Todd Carry (Product Manager, Gappify), to discuss some ways to attract and retain accounting talent.

Perspectives on Accounting Tech & State of the Profession with Michael Kelly
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Episode 31

Perspectives on Accounting Tech & State of the Profession

How do you balance the need to invest in technology with budgetary constraints? On this episode of the #AccountingLifePodcast, we welcome Michael Kelly (Director of Accounting, Turo), to talk about accounting tech and the state of the accounting profession.

Learning Development Accounting with Kristen Rampe
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Episode 30

Learning & Development in Accounting​

How do you develop talent on your team? Today we’re joined by Kristen Rampe (Managing Partner, Rosenberg Associates) to talk about learning and development in accounting.

The Future of Accounting and Finance Systems with Rob Bastress
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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.Com) about how the next couple of years will shape the future of accounting and finance systems.
Internal Audit & Controls with Rich Woodson
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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.

State of the IPO Market
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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.

2023 Hiring Trends Accounting Professionals
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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.

My First non-accounting Role - Mike Pietrobon
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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.

Importance Culture Global Accounting Teams
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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.

Navigating Technical Guidance in Accounting
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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.

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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.