Accounting Apps Podcast

Dext Vision 2021 | James Parker

Today I'm speaking with James Parker, General Manager of Asia-Pacific (APAC) of Dext In this episode, we talk about . . . As you may be aware in Feb 2021, team orange rebranded from Receipt Bank to Dext. This led to a lot of discussions and perhaps confusion in the Accounting and Bookkeeping community. To try and address community raised issues, I invited James Parker, the new General Manager of Asia-Pacific (APAC) of Dext to join me for a community chat. I also invited bookkeeping advocate Cassandra Scott to join me as co-host for the session.   Let me give you some background of both guests:   James Parker joined Dext in November 2020 with over 20 years of experience in leading, transforming and growing technology firms within the accounting and legal sectors. His high-level interpersonal skills allow him to engage with stakeholders at all levels genuinely. A visionary leader, James enjoys engaging in thought leadership, challenging the status quo, and networking with industry and community peers. At Dext, James is responsible for the GTM strategy and rapid growth of DEXT in the APAC market. He is looking to grow ARR 30% YoY through a sustainable sales and marketing approach, delivering significant value to Accounting and Bookkeeping firms. Cassandra Scott is the Director of Laurus Bookkeeping, a business services consultancy specialising in cloud-based accounting and business systems based out of Brisbane. Cassandra is a Registered BAS Agent, Xero Certified Advisor, Xero Platinum Partner, and in November 2020, Cassandra was appointed to the Board of the Australian Bookkeepers Association. Cassandra provides mentoring services to other bookkeepers and contributes to the ongoing discussion and development of programs to increase the professionalism and evolution of the bookkeeping industry. In support of her goal to increase the profile and professionalism of bookkeepers and BAS Agents to both SMEs and other industry professionals, Cassandra founded and  administers the largest group of Bookkeeping Practice Owners in Australia. The group intends to provide support, mentoring and collaboration for Australian Bookkeepers who have their practices, and by doing so, continue to raise the bar and professionalism of the industry. This was recorded live with the accounting and bookkeeping community on June 7th and has been repurposed for the Cloud Stories podcast. I'd like to remind you to stay up-to-date with the curated content I'm sharing by signing up for the Accounting Apps newsletter, available at http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM

Delivering Practice Management solutions 🚀 for professional services | Celso Pinto

Today I'm speaking with Celso Pinto Founder and CEO of Pixie. In this episode, we talk about . . . Life as a serial entrepreneur who's founded or co-founded multiple companies, including 7Syntax, SimpleTax, Pomar and Pixie. Exiting a company you've built. The journey to starting Practice Management solution Pixie. Why is it is important not to get stuck on perfect? What firms do to adapt to new systems successfully? The importance of believing in yourself and joining peer groups - like the GoProposal group. What advice do you have for your younger self about using your time, relationships, and opportunities to prepare for the career you have? Ideas on how governments and policymakers can support the digitalization of small businesses: influence don't impose. Discussed two inspirational business books and why Celso liked them: The score takes care of itself: a management book about Bill Walsh, perhaps the most successful coach of American football Managing the professional services firm by David Maister Stay up-to-date and subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM Contact details for Pixie www.usepixie.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/celsopinto/ https://twitter.com/usepixie  

Find peer-to-peer support in ACCA Practice Room

A postcard style update from the host of the Cloud Stories podcast Heather Smith, sharing with you the ACCA initiative, The Practice Room that can be found here: https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/employer/employer-help-and-guidance/practice-connect/the-practice-room.html Peer to peer support for those in practice. Plus updates about Chester the 10-month-old Border Collie pup.

Microkeeper: An Australian🦘built business streamlining payroll and employee management | Jon Arrigo

Today I’m speaking with Jon Arrigo co-founder and National Client Relationship Manager of Microkeeper. In this episode, we talk about . . . * Why Jon wanted to trek to Mt Everest BaseCamp. * Growing up on a farm, and how that helped him understand the complexity of payroll, with the shrinking and growing workforce. * The early lean days of Microkeeper * Where the name Microkeeper came from * Why Microkeepers focus on supporting Australian businesses * Jon’s thoughts on how the government and policymakers can support small business digitalisation Contact Microkeeper - https://www.microkeeper.com.au You can read about the way I work with Microkeeper and Accounting Apps here http://EndorsementDisclosure.com/ Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http://HeatherSmithAU.COM

A Female Fintech Entrepreneur Transf🍥rming Technology | Amreeta Abbott

Serial Entrepreneur Amreeta Abbott joined me & we discussed; • How her father encouraged her to learn about investing from a young age. • Why she started and exited NowInfinity, and the grief she felt selling a company. • The challenges of being a female - leading a start-up technology company. • Navigating Working with global offshore teams. • How she generates ideas fast and turns them into reality even faster. Connect with Amreeta on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM

🤖App Advisory for Accounting Professionals | Kellie Parks

Kellie Parks Cloud Accounting Aficiando of Calm Waters Bookkeeping joined me and we: Explored App Advisory Here about the extensive collection of process and workflow templates Kellies built for practices and businesses and how she has adapted them to Asana, Pixie, Click-Up, 17 Hats, Karbon and Jet Pack. Plus I convinced her to bring the elephant back to drink at the Workflow Wateringhole! We touched on the elements needs for building a lifestyle practice Explored the importance of creating an ideal client profile and Kellie shared the tools she uses in her business.  Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM  uhfvLjKPVtB2FmPsaFZu  

📩2020 Accounting Apps Newsletter Insights

I explain how the data was interpolated, and Kellie Parks and I discuss what we learn from the surfaced information. The Accounting Apps newsletters showcases the best recent blog posts from the Accounting Apps community – using insights of your past behaviour, and predictive algorithms it personalises the bite size chunks knowledge and insights delivered into your inbox. The bi-weekly informative, educational newsletter is a must-read for anyone who wants to enhance their knowledge on Accounting Apps. Subscribe here: http://heathersmithau.com/

Building a reconciliation solution for eCommerce businesses✅ | Shopify Stripe Square | Michael Astreiko

Today I’m speaking with Michael Astreiko CEO of Synder. In this episode, we talk about . . . Delve into Physics and Maxwell's equations which form the foundation of classical electromagnetism, classical optics, and electric circuits. How his own reconciliation pain, led them to develop a reconciliation solution for eCommerce businesses. The impact has Covid 19 has had on Synder and the clients of your business? How they unpack customer feedback, and focus on developing features that will have an overall big impact for the end user Which Disney character inspired the naming of Synder Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM

How to double your clients’ profits in 5 🖐easy steps | Aynsley Damery

Today I’m speaking with Aynsley Damery Founder and CEO of Clarity In this episode, we talk about . . . Rolling out business advisory in a typical compliance-based practice. Making the leap from accounting to founding a technology company Why business advisory has been so tricky to introduce in the past, and why it is easier now The Five Steps for offering Business Advisory. Supporting the Clarity community with education, mindset and technical support Their giving initiative, through B1G1 Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM

Never talk directly to clients about Cash Flow, and other secrets from the Cash Flow Queen | Martha Yasso

Today I’m speaking with Martha Yasso, Principal of Yasso Books. In this episode, we talk about . . . The four points of Cash Flow: Cash In, Cash Out, Cash Balance and Time How to avoid the clients glazed over look when unpacking the small business financials Conversations to have with clients during these times of a pandemic and uncertainty Neural Network, their lack of human emotions and their impact on Accounting Technology used today Pricing for Cash Flow Advisory services Cash Flow Forecasting Apps Martha likes to use Subscribe to the Accounting Apps newsletter here http:// HeatherSmithAU.COM