Accountants Daily Podcast Network

In this special episode of Accountants Daily Insider, produced in partnership with Pinch Payments, we explore the evolution of accounting practices against the backdrop of the advent of tech and AI, the evolving client experience, and what it all means for practitioners on the ground. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks to Emily Emberson, channel success manager for accounting and bookkeeping at Pinch Payments, about:  How accountants can and should be viewing their roles in times of change. Where accountants are going wrong in adapting to new ways of working. How technology is improving client experiences.  Overcoming unnecessary friction in tech onboarding and processes.  What high-performing and efficient accounting practices will look like in years to come.  The holistic duty to influence business outcomes for the better. 

In this episode of Under the Hood, Accountants Daily journalist Carlos Tse is joined by Lee-Ann Hayes, head of education at Accurium and TaxBanter, to discuss the biggest developments affecting property tax, including proposed CGT reforms, the Morton case, granny flat arrangements, holiday home deductions, and the challenges facing accountants following the federal budget. Tune in to hear more about: Why the latest CGT changes mean accountants need to relearn the rules. What the Morton case meant for property developments and the mere realisation of capital assets. How current granny flat arrangements could impact eligibility for the main residence exemption. The significant changes the ATO's holiday home guidance may bring to deduction claims for many property owners. The practical challenges accountants face as clients seek advice on proposed tax reforms and property investments.

In this special episode of Accountants Daily Insider, produced in partnership with MYOB, we explore what accounting professionals need from technology at this point in time, and how they should be reflecting on the development of technology into the future. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks to Liam Hindle, general manager of practice product at MYOB, about: How much the accounting software landscape has shifted in recent years. The pivot to advisory-based services. What MYOB is doing to better support accountants right now. What accountants should know about tech providers like MYOB. Predictions for accounting technology ahead of 2030.

In today's episode of Under the Hood, Accountants Daily journalist Carlos Tse is joined by JD Scott & Co founder James Scott (pictured) to discuss his experience as a small-business owner, navigating burnout, hiring, AI, and the impacts of the budget Tune in to hear more about: The importance of small-business owners maintaining perspective for burnout management. Why effective succession planning depends on transparency, communication, and aligning expectations across generations. The non-accountant professional and what they can bring to firms. How AI is eliminating low-value administrative work and allowing accountants to focus on higher-value client advisory services.

In this episode of Under the Hood, Accountants Daily journalist Carlos Tse is joined by Michael DePrisco, president and CEO of the Institute of Management Accountants, to discuss how accounting and finance professionals can begin adopting AI, the importance of data quality and governance, the changing skills landscape for accountants, and why curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning will be critical over the next 12 months. Tune in to hear more about: What accounting firms and finance teams must do before implementing AI. How firms are currently delivering efficiency gains with AI. Why clean, integrated, and well-governed data is essential for successful AI adoption. How finance and IT teams can work together to establish effective AI governance frameworks. The key skills for accounting professionals in the AI transformation in the years ahead.

In this episode of Under The Hood, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Bec Argent, director of Argent Tax & Advisory, about how in the days of the hour-based accountant, and in a time of voluminous change, emerging leaders in the accounting profession must identify and implement new and better ways to both service clients and run their businesses. Tune in to hear more about: How and why Bec wanted to strike out on her own. How young accountants can thrive in a changing landscape. What she's learned about herself as a practitioner since launching her own firm. What innovation means to her, and the need to keep challenging herself. What emerging practitioners can learn from her experience.

In this episode of Under the Hood, Accountants Daily graduate journalist Carlos Tse is joined by Natalie Lennon, founder of Two Sides Accounting, to discuss her experiences running her accounting business since she was last on the show in 2025, how AI applies to accounting, the 2026 federal budget, and how small accounting firms can stay competitive and resilient in the next 12 months. Tune in to hear more about: How to approach fee increases in light of looming AML/CTF and Payday Super changes. How small accounting firms can use AI in their business. The wins and losses for accountants and small firms in the 2026 federal budget. The impacts of the budget's instant asset write-off and loss carry-back changes on accountants and small businesses. How small accounting firms can succeed over the next 12 months.

In this special episode of Accountants Daily Insider, produced in partnership with The Access Group, we reflect on the headline takeaways from and implications of the 2026 budget, and how much it will change the game for accounting practitioners. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with David Boyar from The Access Group and ChangeGPS to discuss what was learned from Jim Chalmers' fifth federal budget, the tax changes to be made, how practitioners are responding to these changes, and why a holistic approach moving forward will be essential. Boyar also delves into what the budget means for clients across the spectrum, how practitioners can and should interpret their AML obligations post-budget, the opportunities inherent in the looming changes, the need to better leverage technology, whether some practitioners will call it a day moving forward, and other predictions for accounting leaders in the next five years, and the latest updates to ChangeGPS. To learn more about The Access Group, click here, and to register for The Access Group's upcoming federal budget webinar, click here.

This week on UTH, Emma is joined by Arthur Athanasiou, tax lawyer and Principal at AGA Legal, to discuss the TPB's proposed sanctions reforms and how to stay compliant as tax agent regulations change at a dizzying pace. Tune in to hear more about: Proposed TPB sanctions reforms which could see penalties skyrocket. Why it's important to keep client engagement letters up to date. Key updates to the TASA code of professional conduct. The importance of being proactive about compliance. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Emma is joined by lawyer and anti-money laundering specialist Fiona Halsey to discuss all things AML/CTF, why accountants have been brought into the regime, how to prepare for it, and the high stakes of non-compliance. Tune in to hear more about: Fiona's career journey and how she got to where she is today. Why it's critical to figure out whether or not you're captured by the AML/CTF regime. How to get started if you're covered under the new rules. The stakes of getting compliance wrong. Why AML/CTF has been expanded to include accountants. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

On this month's episode of Advisory Advantage, host Brent Szalay is joined by Noel Tiufino, chief executive of My Accounts, to discuss the benefits of building a client base with intention, the perks of specialising and how good conversations lead to better client outcomes. Tune in to hear more about: How to choose your clients intentionally and strategically. Why advisory is about asking the right questions. How specialising can help reduce capacity issues. Why it's important to regularly review your client base. The importance of collaboration and co-creation in advisory. Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum – test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Advisory Readiness Quizhttps://advisoryreadinessquiz.scoreapp.com/?utm_source=accoutantsdaily&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=weblink Free Toolhttps://leadersinbusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Analyse-Clients-Workbook_LeadersinBusiness.pdf?utm_source=accoutantsdaily&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=weblink

This week on UTH, Emma and co-host Lee-Ann Hayes are joined by Mark Ellem, head of SMSF education at Accurium, to bust some myths about Division 296 and chat through some of the technical specifics of the recently passed bill. Tune in to hear more about: Mark's career journey and how he got to where he is today. Common Div 296 myths. The bill's unexpected impacts on estate planning. How Div 296 has affected technical complexity in SMSFs. Mark's advice for high-net-worth individuals. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

Accountants in the past have suffered from information overload from the vast amounts of financial information collected from clients, but AI is now allowing them to interpret this data into simple, meaningful insights.  Leaders in Business managing director Brent Szalay and My Accounts CEO Noel Tiufino discuss what this means for the role of advisory as large language models continue to evolve at an exponential rate.  Szalay explains that just like a doctor with decades of patient records, AI is enabling accountants to efficiently identify patterns and potential risks from the financial data of clients "before they become chronic issues".  However, while AI can analyse the data and provide insights, Szalay stressed that accountants play an important role in bridging the emotional gap by understanding their clients' goals and values and supporting them in their journey. Tiufino and Szalay also offer practical tips and tools including an adviser readiness quiz that can help practitioners evaluate where they may be falling short. Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum, test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

On this episode of Accountants Daily Insider, Jerome is joined by Drew Pflaum, co-founder and chief executive of SavvyWise, to chat about how his company is helping accountants adapt to the AI-powered future. The pair cover: Why early AI adopters have a real advantage. How AI can save time and alleviate burnout. Why success depends on implementation, not just tools. Drew's thoughts on how AI is reshaping the business model of accounting. How SavvyWise has been built by an accountant, for accountants. If you would like to know more about SavvyWise and how it could help transform your accounting firm, visit the website here.

This week on Under the Hood, we hear from our friends Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey, co-hosts of the Accounting Apps Podcast. In this episode, Heather and Tyler cover the flurry of new AI tools emerging in Q1 2026, and other developments in the accounting tech space. Tune in to hear more about: How AI is rapidly transforming accounting workflows. Major platforms that are evolving into all-in-one ecosystems. New automated features that promise to reduce admin. How rising API costs might affect new apps. Upcoming local and global accounting conferences. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Emma is joined by public practice accounting recruiter Christine Foggiato to talk about the current hiring landscape, the top perks her clients are looking for and how AI is shifting the skills firms are prioritising in candidates. Tune in to hear more about: Christine's career journey and how she got to where she is today. What separates firms that struggle to hire from those that easily attract talent? The top perks her clients have been looking for in employers. How AI, offshoring and talent shortages have affected the hiring landscape. The skills firms are prioritising in the AI landscape. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Emma is joined by Grant Thornton's national head of technical tax, David Montani, to chat about his new book, Tax Wars, which tackles the political forces behind Australia's tax reform gridlock. Tune in to hear more about: David's career journey and how he got to where he is today. What inspired him to write Tax Wars? The difference between holistic and piecemeal tax reform. Mythbusting common policy misconceptions. Why the average Australian should care about tax reform. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].  

This week on UTH, Emma is joined in the studio by Ben Johnston, director of Johnston Advisory, to talk through the challenges and highlights of advising unconventional clients, including entrepreneurs, athletes and creatives. Tune in to hear more about: Ben's career journey and how he got to where he is today. What it's like to advise surfers, creatives and entrepreneurs. The challenges of structuring wealth for non-traditional, non-linear careers. Property asa tried and true wealth-building strategy. Challenging accounting stereotypes, perceptions versus reality. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Adrian Cartland, principal solicitor at Cartland Law, about what he sees as necessary taxation changes for South Australia, which formed the basis of a manifesto he published ahead of the state's election later this month. Tune in to hear more about: Lingering issues with SA's taxation system. The "uncontroversial" changes that the state government can and must make. Cartland's views on anti-overtaxing provisions, payroll tax grouping provisions, a consistent definition of charity across tax laws, and more. How the state of SA could benefit from needed tax changes. How individual practitioners can better advocate for needed change. You can contact the Accountants Daily team at [email protected].

On this episode of Accountants Daily Insider, Imogen is joined by John Munden, chief strategy officer at Cloudoffis, to chat about the importance of curiosity in the evolving world of technology. Tune in to hear more about: John's expansive career. Perspective on navigating large scale change across technology waves. The importance of human-centered AI. Why some accounting firms may be experiencing software fatigue. What the future of accounting technology looks like. If you would like to learn more about Cloudoffis, you can visit its website here.

On this month's episode of Advisory Advantage, co-hosts Imogen and Brent are joined once again by Dr Marli Watt to chat about how mindset can be the biggest barrier to advisory, the importance of leaning into discomfort and how perfectionism can keep accountants stuck. Tune in to hear more about: How mindset, not capability, can be the biggest barrier to getting into advisory. The value of a 'progress over perfection' mindset. How small actions can build confidence and capability. Why presence and curiosity are essential to effective advisory. How leaning into discomfort can help you master new skills. Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum – test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

For Imogen's final UTH episode, she joins Emma in the studio to reflect on her journey growing the podcast, share behind-the-scenes stories and challenges, and to talk about what's next. Tune in to hear more about: Imogen's career journey and how she got to where she is today. What two years reporting on the accounting industry has taught her. Imogen's favourite (and least favourite) accounting topics to report on. How she picks her guests for UTH, and what she'll miss the most about the pod. Her guiding principles in creating thoughtful, industry-focused journalism. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Emma at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined in the studio by accounting practice coach, Amanda Gascoigne, to break down what it truly means to embody "better practice, better life". Tune in to hear more about: Amanda's career journey and how she got to where she is today. Why coaches and mentors are key in helping practice owners achieve success. How the accounting industry has changed over the last 27 years. The benefits of reaching out for help. Amanda's key roles as part of the GST Stewardship Group and TPB Board. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by co-host Lee-Ann Hayes to chat about the upcoming changes to rental property and holiday home deductions put in motion by the ATO. Tune in to hear more about: What the rental property/holiday home changes are and what they will mean. When and why the ATO has announced the upcoming changes. How property owners and accountants will be impacted. What can be done to prepare for the changes. Lee-Ann's professional perspective of the change. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This month on Advisory Advantage, Brent and Imogen sit down to chat about the 'clarity window' and the crucial timing in turning dreams and goals into reality and strategic action. Tune in to hear more about: Brent and Imogen's holiday recaps. The clarity window. Turning client's goals into strategy and action. How to help yourself, colleagues and clients with intentions. The calendar problem and how to tackle it. Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum, test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by Tim Goodrick, financial crime and forensic team partner at KPMG, to talk about everything accountants need to know as AML/CTF rules come into play. Tune in to hear more about: What the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism finance laws are and what they mean. When accountants must start complying. How accountants can make a start in implementing their obligations into daily workflows. The upskilling, knowledge and understanding involved. The challenges, red flags and risks to steer clear of. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

In this first episode of Under the Hood for 2026, Imogen is joined by co-host Lee-Ann Hayes to reflect on the "relatively quiet" tax landscape over the course of last year. Tune in to hear more about: Lee-Ann's perspective of the tax developments, or lack thereof, in 2025 The handful of bills we had Action from the courts ATO focus areas Expectations for 2026 You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

On this week's Christmas episode of Under the Hood, we receive a contribution from our friend Heather Smith with an episode of her Accounting Apps Podcast. In this episode, Smith provides a look back on 2025 with a recap of the developments in the accounting app space! Tune in to hear more updates about: Practice management Workpapers Receipt scanning Management reporting What's coming up in early 2026!

On this month's episode of Advisory Advantage, co-hosts Imogen and Brent are joined by their first guest, Dr. Marli Watt. The trio chat about the skill that separates technical experts from true advisers, and the ability to communicate in a way that builds trust, clarity and influence. Tune in to hear more about: The importance of communication. The "inner-world" perspective. Why trust in advisory is different to trust in the numbers. The power of listening. This month's game-changer move! Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum – test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

On this week's episode of Under the Hood, we are joined by Heather Smith, founder of Anise Consulting and host of the Accounting Apps Podcast host, to unpack and understand the severity of financial elder abuse. Disclaimer: This is a significantly dark and unfortunate topic that some listeners may find uncomfortable or triggering. Tune in to hear more about: What financial elder abuse is and what forms can be most commonly identified. Why it's an issue usually swept under the rug. What accountants can do to identify and stop financial elder abuse in its tracks. How practitioners can balance confidentiality with duty of care. What to do next if you're suspicious of financial elder abuse. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on Accountants Daily Insider, Drew Pflaum, co-founder and chief executive of SavvyWise, joins Imogen in the studio to chat about his mission to revolutionise the AI landscape in accounting firms for tax professionals. Tune in to hear more about: What SavvyWise is all about and its mission in the tax and AI world. How SavvyWise has grown exponentially in just six months. Drew's extensive background of being an accountant. The countless opportunities AI presents tax professionals. The effective and efficient key to adoption. If you would like to know more about SavvyWise and how it could transform your accounting firm, visit their website at https://www.savvywise.com.au/.

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by Sharon McClafferty, chief executive of Slipstream Group, to chat about growth, goals and identifying the right path forward. Tune in to hear more about: Sharon's background and journey to becoming CEO of Slipstream. What drives her to help accounting firms achieve their goals. How she finds and recruits coaches. Her approach to working with new clients. What's next for Slipstream. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

On the second episode of Advisory Advantage hosted by Brent Szalay and Imogen Wilson, the pair break down the 12 traps accountants often fall into when trying to jumpstart their advisory journey. Tune in to hear about: The three buckets the 12 traps fall into: mindset, structure and culture. Why a solid strategy is always the answer. Purpose versus production. The human skills gap. This month's game changer move! Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum – test it. Take the Client Advisor Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

This week on UTH we are joined once again by Miriam Holme and David Perrott of FAB Tax to chat about all things SMSFs and superannuation – what you can do, what you shouldn't do and what needs to change. Tune in to hear more: How Miriam bought her business property through her SMSF. The controversy associated with this, how it can be accomplished and why it could be a potential option for some people. The sole purpose test and the cruciality associated with sticking to it. David's professional perspective and thoughts on SMSF purchases and the super industry as a whole. Real life examples of when and how it has worked, and when it really hasn't. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

Jarvis Archer, Business Reset director and registered liquidator, joins us on UTH this week to share his renowned expertise in insolvency, SBR, and the small business landscape. Tune in to hear more about: Jarvis' current outlook on the insolvency industry. When, how and why SBR works versus when it doesn't. Director penalty notices and director loans. Jarvis' prediction for the future of small businesses and insolvency. Tune into the upcoming Business Reset webinar on phoenixing here: https://b-reset.info/4ooKyfP You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on UTH, we are celebrating one year with Natalie Lennon, founder and director of Two Sides Accounting. Natalie shares the challenges and big wins involved with starting your own firm shaped around personal goals, values and ambitions. Tune in to hear more about: Nat's journey to founding and running her own accounting firm. Understanding Gen Z in the workplace. How Two Sides transformed over time to become what it is today. How Nat helps and communicates with her clients. How to build confidence in taking the leap. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

As regulations get more complex, accounting firms are teaming up with brokerages to give their clients better financial outcomes. Tune in to this episode of Accountants Daily Insider to hear from Tom and Ben Hawley, founders of Azura Financial, to find out how brokers and accountants can create strategic relationships to help clients and drive further business.  Tune in to hear more about: Why should there be strategic collaboration between the broking and accounting professions? How accountants can lean on, and leverage, brokers. Differences in finances that accountants and brokers need to be aware of. The outlook of the accountant-broker relationship over the next five years.

This week on the Accountants Daily Podcast Network we are introducing Brent Szalay, managing director of Leaders in Business, to the first episode of a new 12-month series. Over the next 12 months, Szalay will be chatting with co-host Imogen about all things 'advisory', sharing what the f*** it actually is, and how accountants can be doing it better. Tune into the first episode to hear more about: What advisory actually means. Why accountants aren't actually doing it. The unique needs of clients and why they need to be listened to. The impact of being strategic, rather than reactive. Szalay's first game-changer move. Leaders in Business: Don't guess where you sit on the advisory spectrum – test it. Take the Client Advisory Readiness Quiz. It'll show you where you're already thriving, and where the right structure, tools and clarity could take you further, beyond the numbers. Don't forget you can claim CPD points for listening to Advisory Advantage podcasts.

Artificial intelligence is the topic the entire accounting industry can't get enough of, with it likely to impact every aspect of the profession. On this insightful episode of the Accountants Daily Insider, ISACA director of event content development, Paul Phillips, joins all the way from the US to share professional expertise and advice about how ISACA is revolutionising the audit profession alongside AI. More Australian auditors can now pursue the world's first and only audit-specific artificial intelligence certification, with ISACA expanding eligibility for its ISACA Advanced in AI Audit (AAIA) certification to include CPAs and FCPAs from CPA Australia. Built on ISACA's trusted expertise in IT audit and the rigorous standards behind these renowned credentials, AAIA validates expertise in conducting AI-focused audits, addressing AI integration challenges and enhancing audit processes through AI-driven insights. The credential covers the key domains of AI governance and risk, AI operations, and AI auditing tools and techniques. Phillips shares this and more in the latest episode of The Accountants Daily Insider. Tune in!

On this co-hosted episode of Under the Hood, Imogen and Lee-Ann talk about the various changes in the super landscape as of late. From the introduction of Payday Super legislation to parliament to Treasurer Jim Chalmers' shock Div 296 announcement, the pair unpack it all. Tune in to hear more about: Payday Super and its current timeline. A deep dive into how Payday Super will impact businesses, employers and employees. Details on the ATO's practical guidance. How Lee-Ann felt about shock Div 296 changes. What the changes were and what they will mean for the super and tax space. Lee-Ann's professional perspective, thoughts and opinion on the two subject areas. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on Under the Hood, Imogen is joined by the podcast legends themselves, Tim Garth and Dan Osborne, aka Two Drunk Accountants. Tim and Dan share their own business story, their perspective of AI, and the wins and challenges associated with running a small business. Tune in to hear more: How the Two Drunk Accountants came to be. How Tim and Dan feel towards AI. Expectations of where the accounting industry is headed. Xerocon product announcement recaps. A 'cheers' or two. If you would like to contact Imogen and the Accountants Daily team, you can reach her at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by co-host Lee-Ann Hayes and guest Tiffany Douglas, tax training team lead at TaxBanter, to recap the infamous Bendel case. As the High Court is set to hear the case once again on 14 October, Lee-Ann and Tiffany unpack all possible outcomes. Tune in to hear more about: Recap of the Bendel case, and what has happened so far. Why this case is so popular and well-known throughout the tax community. What would happen if the taxpayer won. What would happen if the ATO won. Lee-Ann & Tiffany's professional perspective of the case, its implications, and their predictions. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

Joining UTH this week is My Accounts managing partner, Noel Tiufino, to chat about all things business, technology, guided strategy and human leadership. With multiple laughs along the way, Noel shares his insights into what it means to stay ahead of the curve. Tune in to hear more about: Noel's career path and how it led him to where he is today. Noel's thoughts and feelings about the rapid technology transition. Projects Noel is working towards, plus some upcoming events. Why human leadership is the key characteristic all businesses must keep intact. How My Accounts has adapted to the evolving landscape. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

On this episode of Accountants Daily Insider, we hear from head of growth and customer success at Pinch Payments, Joe McCord. Joe delves into Pinch's business strategies, goals and achievements and how it helps businesses seamlessly manage their cash flow. Tune in to hear more about: Innovative marketing channels. Payment options that help decrease cash flow overhead. How to leverage AI to become a 'Swiss army knife' of growth. What motivates and drives next-gen employees and how to get the most out of the new-era workforce.

This week on Under the Hood, Imogen invites colleague and fellow accounting journalist, Emma Partis, onto the podcast to delve into the ins and outs of Accounting Times. Emma shares the core difference between the two titles and details what makes her day in the accounting news world. Tune in to hear more about: Key differences between Accountants Daily and Accounting Times. Overarching themes and topics Emma is reporting on frequently. An insight into what she looks for, what topics she enjoys and where she goes to when she needs professional insight. Imogen's summary into what Accountants Daily has been reporting on recently. Xerocon recap! What both Imogen and Emma have learnt during their time in the accounting news space. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Imogen learns the ins and outs of family trust elections and family trust distributions tax with Robyn Jacobson, senior advocate at The Tax Institute. Tune in to hear more about: Why there is increased interest in family trusts and family trust elections. The key features of family trust elections. FTE, FTDT, IEE, and what they all mean. Why Robyn describes FTDT as "unforgiving". Cases where FTDT liabilities are arising unexpectedly and/or impacting the ability to make distributions. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

On this episode of the Accountants Daily Insider, Angus Sedgwick, chief executive of OptiPay, unveils the transformative potential of alternative financing, not just as a solution to cash flow challenges, but as a strategic tool for growth. As businesses and accountants navigate an increasingly complex economic landscape, the insights shared in this conversation serve as a valuable guide for leveraging financial innovation to drive success. Tune in to hear more about: What OptiPay does and how it supports businesses. OptiPay's 'ideal client'. Misconceptions and stigma surrounding alternative financing. How accountants play a role within the business and alternative financing space.

This week, Kathi Tait, founder of Tradie Books and winner of Bookkeeper of the Year at the Australian Accounting Awards 2025, joins Imogen on UTH to share her views on how accountants and bookkeepers can strengthen their working relationship. Tune in to hear more about: Kathi's career journey and business story. Her win at the Australian Accounting Awards 2025. A step-by-step guide on how bookkeepers and accountants can work more collaboratively. Kathi's plan to evolve and grow her business. How this small business is tackling and leveraging AI. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by business adviser Eddie Senatore to challenge the meaning and value provided by 'trusted advisers'. Eddie conducted comprehensive research into the advisory space and shares his findings behind the UTH mic. Tune in to hear more about: Eddie's research and why he conducted it. The four key themes found within the research. What accountants do well and what they can do better. Case studies from Eddie's 35+ years in business. What needs to be done to fix the 'trusted adviser' myth. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].

This week on UTH, John Ioannou, national head of tax at Macpherson Kelley, jumps on to talk about tax reform, why it's needed, and what he expects the Economic Reform Roundtable to deliver. Tune in to hear more about: John's perspective on tax and tax reform as an expert within the legal field. His recent appointment to The Tax Institute's National Council. What he believes needs to happen to deliver the best outcome for the tax community. The main challenges Australia faces with tax reform. His suggestions for the policymakers on the Economic Reform Roundtable. You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at [email protected].