Accounting Apps Podcast
Exploring the intersections of accounting, technology and modern practice methodologies. Each month guests share how they built their business and how your business or clients can use technology to be more effective and efficient. This may include exploring: *How you can implement and integrate business tools with your online accounting software to automate processes, improve productivity, and profitability; *How to build a business developing business apps; or *How to build a tech stack that meets your business needs or introduce your clients to them. Brilliant guests include entrepreneurs, founders, business consultants, accountants, bookkeepers, small business owners, cloud advisors, developers, cloud integrators and solution providers. Hosted by Heather Smith, an award winning Chartered Accountant with a flair for storytelling. Heather is obsessed with how effective automation and integration can produce timely clean data, to surface information for brave, fast data-informed ...
Episodes
A vibrant wrap-up of Xerocon 2025 from a Kombi van, covering AI tools, new Xero features, community energy, and standout apps like SYFT Analytics, Cradle IO & Manage My Renewals.
Summary
On day 2 of Xerocon I jumped into a community group and asked people to join me at the van at 2pm, and 40 minutes later 5 people showed up. We squeezed into the Kombi and debriefed on the two day Xerocon conference. I can not quite believe that...
Xero’s Chief Product & Tech Officer Diya Jolly shares product highlights from Xerocon, how AI is shaping features, and what drives her mission to empower small businesses globally.
Summary
Today I’m speaking with Diya Jolly, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Xero
In this episode, recorded live at Xerocon Brisbane inside a blue Kombi van we talk about . . .
Reflections on leadership, childhood inspirations & her fath...
A live panel unpacks how accounting tech reshapes advisory, global work, and lifestyles: covering cloud, AI, ethics, niche healthcare, and why some accountants invest in apps. Guests: Gardner, Falcon Huerta, Chard.
Summary
Host Heather Smith moderates a lively panel on accounting + technology at the Brisbane Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand offices.
Guests:
Alex Falcon Huerta FCCA (Soaring Falcon) https://www.linkedin....
In this solo episode Heather Smith explores how accountants can harness AI as a strategic enabler, boosting data-driven decision making, enhancing client value, and leading with ethics, integrity, and curiosity.
Summary
In this solo episode, I talk about . . .
Key Points:
- Technology as a strategic enabler, not just an operational tool
- AI reduces repetitive work, empowering advisory services
- Algorithms + data = core to acco...
Heather Smith & Tyler Caskey join ApprovalMax to have a conversation exploring how finance automation boosts accuracy, prevents fraud, and streamlines processes.
Today I’m speaking with Tyler Caskey Partner at The Bean Counters
In this episode, we talk about . . .
- Key Points:
- How automation reduces human error and speeds approvals
- Real-world case studies with ApprovalMax & Xero
- Common vulnerabilities: hacked...
In this solo episode Heather Smith shares her proven process for creating impactful presentations, from topic selection to AI tools, helping accountants communicate with clarity, confidence, and audience engagement.
The accompanying article to this podcast appeared in Karbon Magazine : https://karbonhq.com/resources/creating-impactful-presentations/
In this episode, we talk about . . .
Key Topics:
- Choosing a clear, focused top...
Tony Harcourt CEO & Co-Founder of WorkGuru
Tony Harcourt returns to chat with Heather about WorkGuru’s recent product updates, the challenges facing SMEs, and the role of automation and integrations in improving day-to-day operations.
Summary
Today I’m speaking with Tony Harcourt CEO & Co-Founder of WorkGuru
WorkGuru is a Project Management solution tailored for SMEs in manufacturing, construction, engineering, and fabricat...
Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey explore major Q2 tech updates, from payroll developments to NetSuite integrations, AI trends, multi-entity reporting, and smarter expense and project tools.
Today I’m speaking with Tyler Caskey, Founder at The Bean Counter.
In this episode, we talk about . . . industry insights and key accounting technology updates ...
Your clients are using ChatGPT.
Your clients are going to try to do their accounts and their tax using ChatGPT.
Your clients are going to ask you questions generated from ChatGPT.
Your clients are going to ask you why you have not deducted THIS because ChatGPT suggested it.
Your clients are going to come to you with “the work finished by ChatGPT” and they are going to ask you to give it a quick look over and remind you that you sho...
Today I’m speaking with Miquel Palet, Founder of GetInvoice
Miquel Palet is a Barcelona-based entrepreneur and product leader, known for founding Ucademy, an edtech platform, and GetInvoice, a tool for automating invoice retrieval from emails and other sources. With a background in engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Miquel combines technical expertise with a passion for simplifying bus...
Today I’m speaking with Cloudoffis co-founders Viral Kanabar and Manish Sheladia
In this episode, we talk about . . .
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Cloudoffis' journey from SMSF audit automation to AI-first tax workpaper solution, TaxSorted.
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Their goal is to create a complete cloud-based operating system for accounting firms.
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The shift from...
Today I’m speaking with Colin Hewitt, Founder & CEO of Float
In this episode, we talk about . . .
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Evolution of cash flow forecasting from spreadsheets to intelligent cash flow platforms.
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Differences between direct and indirect cash flow forecasting.
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Float’s shift to support fractional CFOs and the growing n...
Today I’m speaking with Ryan Pearcy, founder of Digital Transformers and co-host of the Digi-Tools in ACCruel World podcast.
Background: From theoretical physicist to chartered accountant with a passion for cloud technology
From Theory to Tech: Ryan shares his journey from theoretical physics to founding Digital Transformers, helping accounting firms streamline systems and gain smarter ...
A dynamic panel explores how accountants can lead digital transformation, harness AI, train teams, and shift from compliance to advisory to stay relevant in a fast-changing tech landscape.
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The role of trusted advisors in leading digital transformation.
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Challenges in adopting new tech, especially in larger firms with undertrained internal finance teams.
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My co-host Tyler Caskey Partner at The BeanCounters and I presented a taster of our quarterly Accounting Tech update podcast at the popular Accounting & Business Expo in Sydney.
In this episode, we talk about . . .
Big Software Moves: Xero retires classic invoicing and introduces drag/drop bill uploads; QuickBooks enhances Projects and Work area; MYOB adds new reminders; Easy Business a...
Today I’m speaking with Andrew Sims, CEO of SuiteFiles
Key Learnings from this episode include:
Understanding Fatigue: Decision, friction, and task fatigue impact productivity. Recognising them is the first step to overcoming them.
Practical Boundaries: Setting clear work boundaries and minimising interruptions can dramatically improve focus.
Calendar & Meetin...
As a female founder in fintech, Jo Hurley shares her journey as a tech entrepreneur learning from other sectors, selling her business to Deloitte, and how endurance sports fuel her personal growth.
Today I’m speaking with Jo Hurley Chartered Accountant Motivational Speaker and Triathlete
Key learnings from this episode include:-
Tech in Finance: How Jo leveraged technolog...
Discover how NetSuite’s new AI-powered Text Enhance feature is revolutionising finance teams, streamlining workflows, and boosting productivity with secure, business-specific automation —all while keeping data secure. Scott Wiltshire from Oracle NetSuite shares insights into AI-driven automation, its impact on finance and operations, and why Australian & NZ businesses should embrace this next-gen technology. Discover how NetSui...
🎙️ Welcome to the Accounting Apps podcast, where we spotlight trends and tools shaping the world of accounting. I'm Heather Smith, and today we’re playing a little game of Accounting Bingo for 2025! What's on the bingo card for the year ahead? We’re talking about technology, tools, and trends that are transforming our profession. Let’s dive in! 🎙️
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Translucent CEO Michael Wood discusses the company's recent launch event, new features like automated intercompany reconciliation and custom tracking categories, and the importance of addressing data model issues for multi-entity businesses.
Today I’m speaking with Michael Wood Founder & CEO of Translucent
In this episode, we talk about . . .
🎯 Innovating for Multi-Entity ...
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