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Send us a textIt's the 200th episode of The Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast and Serena pulls back the curtain on her bookkeeping firm's 2024 performance, sharing both the wins and challenges. She gets real about client churn, revenue growth, personal struggles with mold toxicity, and the hard lessons learned about communicating with clients who aren't taking crucial financial advice.In this episode you'll hear:Client management reality check - How one client's bankruptcy and fraud issues led to major communication style changesPersonal health struggles - Living in toxic mold for 2 years and how it affected business decisions and energy levels2025 strategy shifts - Moving away from high-ticket CFO services toward team-handled base packages for better work-life balanceResources mentioned in this episode:Episode 175 | Threads: Is it Worth it? https://youtu.be/Ola7HlpRy2UElevate: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/elevateElevate Mastermind (only for program graduates)Dubsado Decoded (with Kendra Courtney): https://kendracourtney.com/dubsado-decoded/AI Unlocked Summit registration: https://ambitiousbookkeeper--gemmabonhamcarter.thrivecart.com/ai-unlocked/619bde31ff59d/Bookkeeping Biz Workshops (launching August 2025)Xero, QBO, Hubdoc, ChatGPT, Asana, Airtable, TaxJar, A2X, DubsadoBusiness by Design (James Wedmore's program): https://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/Xero Con, Podcasting Moms Conference, BBD Live, Wave SeattlePrescott Area Young ProfessionalsThanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @ambitiousbookkeeperFor more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:Visit our website: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.comFollow the Blog: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blogConnect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeperConnect on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ambitiousbookkeeperConnect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/serenashoupcpaThank you for your support of our show. If you haven't left a review yet it's super simple. Please go to ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.Podcast Publishing Tools we use:Editing → Sabr Media LLC: https://www.iangilliam.com/sabr-media-llcDescript: https://get.descript.com/u7lubkx09073 (affiliate link)Buzzsprout: To fill out The State of Virtual Bookkeeping Survey, click HERE.For each response, I'll be donating $1 to charity: water. Learn more here. Join the next free training at ambitiousbookkeeper.com/training
There are times as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor that you might want to entertain other options, either temporary or permanently.Lynda Artesani and Sarah Prevost join the panel to discuss the differences between QBO and Xero for those that might be looking to add Xero to their suite of supported offerings.Learn about Xero: https://xero5440.partnerlinks.io/80w3795vt0k0-nx0cimCPE offered through Earmark. There is no Live CPE for this Webinar, however you can check out the Prior CPE eligible sessions here: https://bit.ly/QBPHCPE QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Matthew "Spot" Fulton and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/00:00 Introduction to Earmark App and Course Enrollment01:07 Welcome to QB Power Hour Webinar Series01:42 Today's Topic: Is the Grass Greener at Xero?02:31 Meet the Guest Speakers: Sarah Prevost and Artesani04:47 Discussion on QuickBooks and Xero15:05 Intuit's Changes and Their Impact25:28 Exploring Xero's Features and Support36:02 Xero's Bank Feed and Reconciliation38:02 Discussing Xero Payroll Capabilities38:46 Reconciliation Process in Xero41:04 Exploring Xero's User Interface41:54 Bulk Work and Cash Coding in Xero43:14 Mobile App Enhancements43:34 Customizing Chart of Accounts45:08 Financial Statements and Reporting47:41 Time Tracking and Project Management51:03 Find and Recode Tool53:02 Xero Pricing and User Management55:31 Xero App Store and Integrations57:06 Certification and Training for Xero58:59 Comparing Xero and QuickBooks01:01:37 Merchant Services and Inventory Management01:03:43 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
Alicia and Margie explore the latest QuickBooks Online updates from April 2025, including granular access for firm members, client ID capabilities, and enhanced bill pay onboarding. They dive into unexpected beta features appearing across different QBO files, from personal cloud backups to journal entry conversions. The hosts also discuss the upcoming "Fusion" interface redesign that will completely transform how users navigate and interact with QuickBooks Online.SponsorsHuman at Scale - Debits - https://uqb.promo/debits(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:46) - Granular Access for Firm Members (04:08) - Client IDs in QuickBooks Online (06:04) - Bill Pay Onboarding Enhancements (10:00) - QuickBooks Payments Integration (16:09) - Resolution Center in QuickBooks Online (18:56) - Amazon Business Integration (23:20) - Personal Cloud Backup (30:15) - New Ways of Copying Journal Entries (34:23) - Modernizing QuickBooks Online's Code Base (42:17) - Upcoming Features and Roadmap for PayPal Integration (43:16) - Introducing the Fusion Interface (55:19) - Training and Resources for QuickBooks Users Resources LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14630719/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UnofficialQuickBooksPodcastEmail: unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.com Alicia's LinksCredit Cards in QBO course: http://royl.ws/QBO-credit-cardsQuickBooks Payments course: http://royl.ws/QB-Payments-CourseQuickBooks Mobile app course: http://royl.ws/QBOMobileMargie's LinksThe Locker Room Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/qbo.gym.locker.room/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:24) - New Features in QuickBooks (05:37) - Enhanced Products and Services (06:52) - Grouping Billable Time in Invoices (11:26) - QuickBooks Live Expert Assist (14:42) - Client Transfer Between QBOA Accounts (15:52) - Retirement Contributions Update (17:12) - Interface Updates and New Screens (22:00) - Balance Sheet Profit and Loss in Modern View (23:50) - Feedback on Modern View Reports (29:37) - Unreproducible Features (29:53) - QuickBooks Payments and Reconciliations (39:12) - Turning Invoice to Credit Memo (40:55) - The Locker Room Community (42:46) - Upcoming Events and Training GoPayment and QuickBooks apps now have Tap-to-Pay for iPhone!!!!: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/payments/in-person-payments/Alicia's linksConverting from QBDT to QBO class: http://royl.ws/QBDT2QBOConverting from QBDT to QBO book on Amazon: http://royl.ws/QBDT_to_QBOMargies LinksThe Locker Room Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/qbo.gym.locker.room/Join our LinkedIn Group! https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14630719/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
SponsorsRightworks Rightnow 2025 - https://uqb.promo/rightnow2025 (use code UQB15 for 15% OFF)Hector Garcia returns to discuss Intuit Enterprise latest updates, which include a revolutionary multi-entity allocation tool that simplifies expense distribution across companies. The episode explores impressive new features like consolidated dashboards that allow real-time comparisons across entities, enhanced project budgeting capabilities tailored for construction businesses, and early implementations of AI for business insights. Hector also shares his thoughts on the future of IES pricing models and how AI might differentiate QuickBooks Online from Enterprise Suite offerings.{campaign_start}}(00:00) - Welcome and Introduction (00:44) - Overview of Intuit Enterprise Suite (01:05) - Defining Mid-Market and Enterprise Software (02:48) - Pricing and Client Quotes (06:43) - New Features in Intuit Enterprise Suite (07:55) - Multi-Entity Allocation Tool (16:18) - Consolidated Dashboards and Reports (23:49) - Forecast Reports and Project Budgets (37:23) - Cost to Complete Project Report (39:08) - AI Import for Project Budgets (41:36) - Task Management in Intuit (52:25) - Third-Party Integration Enhancements (54:37) - Speculations on Pricing Transparency (01:01:23) - Future of AI in QuickBooks (01:06:36) - Upcoming Events and Classes Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comMarch 2025 IES Release Notes:https://digitalasset.intuit.com/render/content/dam/intuit/sbseg/en_us/ies/ies-sales-marketing/March2025productreleaseoverview.pdfLinksHector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appReframe 2025 Conference https://reframe2025.com/Alicia's Payment Class http://royl.ws/QB-Payments-CourseChart of Accounts in QBO: http://royl.ws/QBOCOAReconciling in QBO, Including troubleshooting: http://royl.ws/Reconciling-In-QBOSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Veronica Wasek joins Alicia for "wheel of rants" to dive into QuickBooks Online's chart of accounts transformation. They explore how Intuit's changes to expand the chart have created both opportunities and challenges for accountants and small business owners alike. The hosts discuss common account types including opening balance equity, undeposited funds, and reconciliation discrepancies, while offering insights on modernizing traditional categories to better reflect today's digital business environment..SponsorsRightworks Rightnow 2025 - https://uqb.promo/rightnow2025 (use code UQB15 for 15% OFF)(00:00) - Welcome to the Show (00:35) - QuickBooks Online's Chart of Accounts Evolution (02:18) - Reactions to the New Chart of Accounts (04:01) - Renaming Classic Categories (07:33) - GAAP and Custom Chart of Accounts (12:14) - Detail Types and Tax Preparation (17:33) - Managing Opening Balance Equity (21:51) - Undeposited Funds Workflow (25:20) - Reconciliation Discrepancy (27:47) - QuickBooks Online Adjustments (30:32) - The Importance of Numbering Systems (33:59) - Reclassify Tool and Modern Categories (37:21) - Meals and Entertainment Changes (38:52) - Merchant Services and Modern Expenses (43:47) - Final Thoughts and Upcoming Classes Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comAlicia's classes:Chart of Accounts in QBO: http://royl.ws/QBOCOAReconciling in QBO, Including troubleshooting: http://royl.ws/Reconciling-In-QBOCredit Cards in QBO, April 1, 2025: http://royl.ws/QBO-credit-cardsVeronica's class:QBO Paid Diagnostic Review System: http://bit.ly/5mb_diagnostic
Alicia and Dan explain the retirement of the Tags feature in QuickBooks Online and outline the critical migration process to Custom Fields before the May 15th deadline. They break down why this change matters, explore the differences between tags and custom fields, and share creative ways businesses utilized tags for tracking everything from weather impacts on sales to customer categories. The hosts detail important limitations of the new system while offering practical workarounds for maintaining your reporting capabilities during and after this significant transition.SponsorsRightworks Rightnow 2025 - https://uqb.promo/rightnow2025 (use code UQB15 for 15% OFF)(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:49) - The End of QuickBooks Tags (01:48) - Creative Uses of Tags (04:32) - Migration Timelines and Steps (08:05) - Changes to Custom Fields (12:07) - Migration Process Explained (21:38) - Understanding Tag Association with Customers and Vendors (22:06) - Testing Tag Visibility in Transactions and Multiple Tags (23:25) - Running Reports on Tags Before Migration (25:02) - Limitations of Custom Fields in Profit and Loss Reports (27:37) - Reports That Support Custom Fields (30:55) - Custom Fields in API and Spreadsheet Sync (34:17) - Future Enhancements and Roadmap for Custom Fields (34:45) - Tags vs. Classes: A Detailed Comparison (39:40) - Final Thoughts on Tags and Migration Support (41:32) - Upcoming Classes and Contact Information Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comIntuit's Help article: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/learn-support/en-us/help-article/class-list/tag-transactions-quickbooks-online/L7x3G0aLv_US_en_USDan's LinksQB Power Hour Webinar - https://www.qbpowerhour.com/ https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/ Schoolofbookkeeping YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schoolofbookkeeping?sub_confirmation=1 Alicia's Links“Credit Cards in QBO” class: http://royl.ws/QBO-credit-cards?affiliate=5393907“QuickBooks Payments” class: Live webinar April 22, recording available afterwardshttp://royl.ws/QB-Payments-CourseSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
SponsorsRightworksSettle - https://uqb.promo/settleAlicia and Matthew break down the March QuickBooks updates, including the game-changing tap-to-pay feature for iPhones that eliminates the need for card readers while reducing transaction fees. They explore the upcoming ProAdvisor certification season with its $250 weekly prize drawings, and discuss QuickBooks Payments' expanded third-party integrations with over a thousand apps.{campaign_start}}(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:55) - Exciting Cleanup Job Success Story (03:51) - ProAdvisor Training Opportunities (06:42) - MailChimp Training and Integration (15:51) - QuickBooks Payments Innovations (20:23) - Third Party Integrations with QuickBooks Payments (24:55) - ProConnect Tax Enhancements (30:34) - QuickBooks Live Expert Assisted Service (36:28) - Upcoming Events and Courses Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comIn the Know hub: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/quickbooks-proadvisor/in-the-know/In the Know's March PPT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lohc4hxizsyC6lzM12T7rTpEAwqlJRuG/view?usp=sharingThe QuickBooks Live Expert Assist Beta Test: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/product-update/test-quickbooks-live-expert-service-tiers/Alicia's “Credit Cards in QBO” class: http://royl.ws/QBO-credit-cards?affiliate=5393907Live webinar April 1, recording available afterwardsMatthew's QB Power Hour webinar: https://www.qbpowerhour.com/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Join Alicia and Margie as they share their collection of QuickBooks Online interface changes discovered throughout March. From the return of fixed asset subcategories to new banking feed enhancements and reporting features, they highlight both permanent updates and experimental features that appeared briefly.SponsorsSettle - https://uqb.promo/settle(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:32) - Intuit Enterprise Suite Referral (05:40) - Fixed Asset Subcategories (10:05) - Preventing Duplicate Revenue (12:06) - New Reports Submenu (13:51) - Enhanced Split Transactions Window (16:46) - QuickBooks Payments and Fees (18:33) - Payroll Changes and Expense Mapping (21:16) - QB Bill Pay Enhancements (24:03) - Disappearing Rule Column in Bank Transactions (24:58) - Approval Status Column in Vendor Transactions (26:54) - Exciting Features That Disappeared (28:18) - Line of Credit in QuickBooks (29:56) - Fixed Asset Manager Draft Feature (30:32) - GoPayment Tap to Pay for iPhone (33:25) - Changes to QuickBooks Checking Deposit Account (39:03) - What's New With Margie and Alicia (43:31) - Alicia Won Some Awards! (45:16) - Conclusion and Sign Off Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comLinks Discussed in EpisodeGoPayment now has Tap-to-Pay for iPhone!!!!: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/payments/in-person-payments/Alternative Payment options:Anchor: https://join.sayanchor.com/iX6HbaForwardly: https://www.forwardly.com/partner-referral?referral_partner_id=66e48de7b273184a62e5ebba&referral_partner_name=Alicia%20PollockAlicia's classes:Reconciling in QBO, Including troubleshooting: http://royl.ws/Reconciling-In-QBOCredit Cards in QBO, April 1, 2025: http://royl.ws/QBO-credit-cardsMargie's Classes:Bookkeeping Accelerator: https://fastandeasyqbo.samcart.com/products/ba-launchAll About Certification: www.akadian.com/everything All About Recertification: https://akadian.com/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-qbo-proadvisor-recertification/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Alicia and Dan explore the often-overlooked but critical aspects of managing your QuickBooks and Intuit accounts, covering everything from security settings to document management. They provide a comprehensive tour of accounts.intuit.com and camps.intuit.com, revealing powerful tools for managing your subscriptions, documents, privacy settings, and user access. The episode also tackles important topics like the role of the primary admin, creating emergency access backdoors, and proper account management etiquette when transitioning between bookkeepers.SponsorsSettle - https://uqb.promo/settle(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (02:26) - Managing Your Intuit Account: Getting Started (06:25) - Sign-In and Security Features (13:27) - Profile and Business Information (15:40) - Data and Privacy Controls (18:47) - Products, Billing, and Payment Methods (21:08) - Document Management in QuickBooks (23:52) - Navigating Intuit Accounts (28:57) - QuickBooks Payments Portal Insights (31:43) - Ensuring Access and Security in QuickBooks (35:40) - Understanding the Role of Primary Admin (43:43) - Wrap Up and What's Coming Up (44:27) - Upcoming Classes and Final Thoughts Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comAlicia's Upcoming Classes: QBO's Banking Center on March 4: http://royl.ws/QuickBooks-Online-BankingReconciling in QBO on March 18: http://royl.ws/Reconciling-In-QBO Dan's Links:Dan's Accounts article: https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/blog/ManagingIntuitLoginsQB Power Hour - Intuit Accounts - https://www.qbpowerhour.com/10-22-24-managing-intuit-logins https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/ Schoolofbookkeeping YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schoolofbookkeeping?sub_confirmation=1 Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Alicia and Spot dive into the latest features announced in Intuit's latest In the Know webinar, including the new revenue share program for QuickBooks Payments that offers accountants 20% of net revenue for three years. They explore significant updates to QuickBooks Online Payroll, including direct deposit reversals and consolidated payroll reporting. The duo also breaks down the powerful dimension features in Intuit Enterprise Suite, explaining how these advanced classification tools allow for sophisticated multi-dimensional reporting and analysis.SponsorsBluevine - https://uqb.promo/bluevine Settle - https://uqb.promo/settle(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:24) - QuickBooks Payments and Revenue Share Program (09:44) - QuickBooks Live Expert Cleanup (13:29) - Direct Deposit Reversals in Payroll (21:46) - New Payroll Report Features (22:27) - Consolidated Payroll Reports (23:30) - QuickBooks Online Payroll Limitations (26:10) - Understanding Dimensions in IES (28:35) - Practical Applications of Dimensions (31:11) - Future Developments for Dimensions (33:52) - IES Reporting Enhancements (35:40) - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comLinks for this episode:https://www.firmofthefuture.com/QB Community Live Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/qbcommunityliveQB PowerHour: https://www.qbpowerhour.com/QBO's Banking Center on March 4: http://royl.ws/QuickBooks-Online-BankingQBO Payroll: http://royl.ws/QBO-PayrollQuickBooks Time: http://royl.ws/qbtimePayroll Perfection Bundle (both of these plus Payroll Compliance and Forms with Shannon Theis): http://royl.ws/payroll-perfectionhttps://youtube.com/parkwayincSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Join Alicia and special guest Matthew "Spot" Fulton as they break down Intuit's recent annual stockholder meeting and what it means for accounting professionals. They explore Intuit's early commitment to AI since 2018, massive growth in QuickBooks Online Advanced subscriptions, and the staggering $2 trillion in invoices processed through the platform. Get an insider's perspective on Intuit's five strategic bets and how they're reshaping the landscape for accountants and small businesses alike.(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:40) - Intuit's Annual Stockholder Meeting Insights (03:29) - Intuit's AI-Driven Strategy (07:59) - QuickBooks Live and Expert Connections (12:23) - Growth and Financial Metrics (17:20) - QuickBooks Online Payroll and Ecosystem (23:20) - Intuit's Cross-Platform Strategy (24:40) - The Future of Mint and Data Acquisition (30:47) - CEO Compensation and Company Growth (34:35) - Upcoming Courses and Community Resources (37:50) - Closing Remarks and Next Steps Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comLinks for this episode:Intuit Stockholder PresentationIntuit Webcast LinkParkway's QuickBooks Online Payroll Tutorial: https://swiy.co/uqap227QB Community Live Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/qbcommunityliveQB PowerHour: https://www.qbpowerhour.com/QBO's Banking Center on March 4: http://royl.ws/QuickBooks-Online-BankingQBO Payroll: http://royl.ws/QBO-PayrollQuickBooks Time: http://royl.ws/qbtimePayroll Perfection Bundle (both of these plus Payroll Compliance and Forms with Shannon Theis): http://royl.ws/payroll-perfectionhttps://youtube.com/parkwayincSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
The sudden shutdown of Bench Accounting in December 2024 left 11,000 business owners without access to their financial data, highlighting the risks of venture-backed automated bookkeeping services. Hosts Alicia Katz Pollock and Veronica Wasek discuss how this pivotal moment presents an opportunity for professional bookkeepers to showcase their value through personalized service, deep expertise, and genuine commitment to client success. They explore how independent bookkeepers can differentiate themselves from automated services while maintaining sustainable pricing models and building lasting client relationships.Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Year-end Cleanup and Tax Prep: http://royl.ws/yearend Converting from QBDT to QBO: http://royl.ws/QBDT2QBOIntro to Bookkeeping and Accounting class on Feb 18: https://royl.ws/intro-to-accounting-for-small-businessQBO's Banking Center on March 4: http://royl.ws/QuickBooks-Online-Bankinghttps://5mbAcademy.comhttps://5MinuteBookkeeping.comhttps://5MBvideo.comhttps://mavency.com/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
In this episode of Digi Tools in Accrual World we discuss the evolving skills required in today's AI-driven environment, focusing on the importance of retaining human advisory roles amidst technological disruption. We hear from more of the though leaders at the Finance Takes the Piste event - including though from Alastair Barlow, Krissy Chapleo, Gavin Spencer, Sam Jennings and Antoaneta Pop. We also have key updates and leadership changes in App News from leading accounting tech firms like Ignition, WorkflowMax, and Dext, and take a deeper look into the innovations in ESG reporting by Xledger. 00:00 Coming Up... 01:09 Welcome! App News ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 05:02 Ignition appoint new CEO & CFO 08:15 Workflow Max Releases 11:03 Aslan gets $5m seed investment 14:31 Companies House agent filing system launches 18:34 Intuit launches QBO & Mailchimp interface 21:32 Dext integrates with Zoho 22:29 Brieff launches AI notetaker 26:39 ESG Reporting - Xledger 34:16 John's Hazy Ski Trip Memories 35:13 Finance Takes the Piste - Pt 2 - The skills the profession needs next 43:26 Rate and subscribe!
Alicia explores important improvements to the QuickBooks Desktop-to-Online migration process, including expanded line item capacity and a new pre-migration checklist. Alicia also introduces new offerings like QuickBooks Live Expert Cleanup and the Mailchimp-powered Customer Hub, while previewing an innovative interface redesign that promises to streamline the user experience.(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants podcast (00:39) - Congratulations to OnPay (03:25) - Tags Discontinued (05:00) - QuickBooks Solopreneur Updates (06:48) - Migration from QuickBooks Desktop to Online (10:19) - QuickBooks Live Expert Cleanup (16:58) - QuickBooks Customer Hub Powered by Mailchimp (19:16) - New Recurring Payments Feature (24:11) - Outro and Upcoming Classes Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) unofficialquickbookspodcast@gmail.comLinks Mentioned in this episode:January's Firm of the Future article: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/product-update/january-2025-mpu/Trump's Inauguration's Business funding: https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/16/trump-inauguration-corporate-donors-004242Alicia's classes:Year-end Cleanup and Tax Prep: http://royl.ws/yearend Converting from QBDT to QBO: http://royl.ws/QBDT2QBOIntro to Bookkeeping and Accounting class on Feb 18: https://royl.ws/intro-to-accounting-for-small-businessSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
July was a crazy month. As a family, we had a ton going on. We had Kid's Camp and Youth Camp at retreat camp centers for 4 of our 5 kids for 5 days each. During one of those camps, Teresa and I slipped away for 4 days to the beach. I had a 5-day father / son camping trip with my son to the Adirondacks that I do with each son. This was with my 8-year-old Kye. It was glorious being off the grid for 5 days with no phone or social media! We just connected, camped, swam, boated, ate, heard campfire stories, songs, and devotions, and did shooting sports and hiking! Awesomeness! Coach Josh was also away in Florida for 2 weeks, so we had to move our coaching to Marco Polo and email. Even with all of this going on, I had BIG goals!The first step in this process was putting our money where our mouth was. On July 7th, we booked it! Booked what? We booked a rental house on the Gulf Coast for a whole month next winter! The house is awesome with 7 beds, a porch, and a short 8 minute ride to the beach. There's a pool table too. Our kids are so excited and so are we! We've never done anything like this before. July had to be a big month to get this "Freedom Vision "cranking.Before I go into the details of our month and share tidbits from coaching, let me give you the end results. We started the month with no employees, no payroll, no systems, a new accounting firm client for $3,000 per month that we had to staff, and no clue! The month ended with no new clients, which is the sad news. But we fully outsourced and completed our Quickbooks migration from desktop to online and have an accountant walking us through whatever we need for a year. Our financial system is now automated! I can't believe it! We hired a payroll service and a background check company. I built out a basic onboarding system, job description, and training system. Teresa and I were trained how to use the online payroll dashboard to submit employee hours. I found out that I wasn't submitting payroll correctly for the state and local taxes. Thankfully, my new payroll company fixed it for me and I'm paying a penalty for the remainder of the year. That's a relief. I hired my first employee. Leah works full time at a daycare and is a college grad. She wanted a part-time job to make $500 per month and found me through a referral. It works out perfectly. She started training on July 29th! It's crazy! I also was privy to systems used by my coach. I am so grateful for this. At the end of the month, Josh introduced me to his HR & Finance Manager. We talked for over an hour. I helped him by teaching him the ISO Model to increase revenues in their company. He taught me their onboarding process and is sending the documents, videos, and other forms & ads I need to start a strategic hiring process. I also completed a branding change from Carfagno Cleaning to Carfagno Commercial Cleaning and my C3 Experience. My friend Billy designed a new logo and I upgraded my proposal to new offices prospects with my new branding. As I even share this, I'm dumbfounded at how much I got done this month when at times it felt like nothing was happening! Last but not least, I added a key member to my team. For the first time in 16 years, my wife Teresa is stepping up to help the family company. She is a busy homeschooling mom of 5, so I NEVER asked her involvement. I am grateful that she is helping with admin and is taking over the QBO and payroll components from me! I am working hard to delegate as much as possible to focus on growth of new clients and new team members!Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website
A major change is coming to QuickBooks Online as Intuit announces the deprecation of Tags, effective March 8th, 2025. Hector and Alicia dive deep into what this means for QBO users, exploring the limitations of custom fields as a replacement and identifying potential challenges during the transition. They discuss critical concerns including reporting capabilities, API access, bank feed integration, and the timing of this change during tax season, while also sharing insights into possible workarounds and opportunities for improvement.(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:44) - Official Announcement: Tags Discontinued (03:45) - History and Evolution of Tags (05:03) - Benefits and Limitations of Tags (08:29) - Potential Transition to Custom Fields (12:15) - What Will Happen to Tag Users (21:30) - Reporting and API Implications (26:49) - Migration of Tag Data: Key Questions (29:25) - Timing Concerns: Why During Tax Season? (32:21) - Potential Issues with Custom Fields in Bank Feeds (38:50) - Upcoming Events and Announcements (44:23) - Farewell and Future Plans for the Podcast Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Alicia's 1099s in QBO Class, Jan 7 webinar + recording: http://royl.ws/QBO1099Alicia's QBO Cleanup for Taxes Class, Jan 22 webinar + recording: http://royl.ws/yearendReframe 2025 Conference https://reframe2025.com/Hector's RightTool: http://righttool.appSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Jay Fajardo, Executive Director of IdeaSpace & QBO and Jeremy Au discussed 1. Philippines Founder Exit: Jay's journey into tech began in 1983, when his father gifted him a Sinclair ZX81 computer, inspiring him to teach himself programming. By 15, he developed payroll software that he sold to a distributor, marking his entry into entrepreneurship. In the late 1990s, as technology director at BusinessWorld, he led its transition to the web, making it the first Philippine news outlet online. He later founded Airborne Access in 2002, deploying Wi-Fi to over 700 locations across the Philippines. The company was acquired by PLDT in 2008, demonstrating Jay's ability to innovate and scale in an emerging market. 2. Startup Community Hubs: They discussed the Philippines' potential as a tech hub, supported by its 114 million population and strong English fluency. Despite these advantages, the country struggled to attract venture capital in its early days compared to Indonesia. Jay highlighted foundational efforts like Roof Camp (2009) and the first Startup Weekend (2011) in Manila, which helped create a vibrant startup community. Initiatives such as IdeaSpace Ventures (founded in 2013) and Kubo fostered innovation through funding and education. The diaspora played a crucial role, with Filipino professionals from Silicon Valley returning to share global expertise, while challenges like brain drain persisted. 3. AI Disrupting BPO & Services: AI emerged as a pivotal theme, with its potential to disrupt the $30 billion BPO sector, which employs 1.3 million people. Jay advocated for local startups to develop AI-driven solutions to replace and improve existing systems. The conversation also touched on the pandemic's impact, which accelerated digital payment adoption and fostered hyperlocal businesses such as cloud kitchens. Despite challenges like limited middle-management talent and ongoing migration of skilled workers abroad, Jay remained optimistic about the ecosystem's ability to adapt and innovate. Jeremy and Jay also touched on the increasing focus on follow-on funding for mature startups, niche applications of AI, and opportunities for local startups to exit through acquisitions or stock exchange listings. They reflected on early-stage startups as key to reinvigorating the ecosystem and Jay's experience balancing entrepreneurship with family life. === Watch, listen or read the full insight at www.bravesea.com/blog/philippines-startup-community Nonton, dengar atau baca wawasan lengkapnya di www.bravesea.com/blog/philippines-startup-community 观看、收听或阅读全文,请访问 www.bravesea.com/blog/philippines-startup-community Xem, nghe hoặc đọc toàn bộ thông tin chi tiết tại www.bravesea.com/blog/philippines-startup-community Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea Spotify English: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TnqkaWpTT181lMA8xNu0T Bahasa Indonesia: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vs8t6qPo0eFb4o6zOmiVZ Chinese: https://open.spotify.com/show/20AGbzHhzFDWyRTbHTVDJR Vietnamese: https://open.spotify.com/show/0yqd3Jj0I19NhN0h8lWrK1 YouTube English: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyAu?sub_confirmation=1 Apple Podcast English: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/brave-southeast-asia-tech-singapore-indonesia-vietnam/id1506890464 Learn more about Nika.eco! Reach out to info@nika.eco if you are a geospatial data scientist or climate researcher who is interested to partner on a pilot or research opportunities
Alicia shares her detailed observations from the floor at the Intuit Connect conference, focusing on upcoming QuickBooks Online features and improvements. From customizable dashboards and enhanced payroll capabilities to streamlined sales tax filing and improved bank feed experiences, she breaks down the major changes coming to the platform. Her thorough exploration of the exhibition floor reveals Intuit's focus on automation, AI integration, and improved workflow management tools that will impact how accounting professionals work with QBO in the coming months.SponsorsZoho Expense - https://uqb.promo/zohoexpenseCoefficient - https://uqb.promo/coefficientRoboDebit - https://uqb.promo/robodebit(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:52) - Exploring Intuit Connect (02:20) - Innovations in Dashboards (05:00) - Payroll Enhancements (16:11) - Sales and Income Tax Updates (26:18) - New Features in QuickBooks Online for Accountants (29:17) - Bank Feeds and Transactions (33:45) - MailChimp Integration (37:31) - BillPay and AP Automation (47:28) - Conclusion and Upcoming Events Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Alicia's Dec 17 Bootcamp: QuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time - http://royl.ws/QBO-Fundamentals-Course?affiliate=5393907Lean more about Alicia's QuickBooks Training http://learn.royalwise.comHector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appReframe 2025 Conference https://reframe2025.com/Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.app/onboarding
Alicia walks through the key announcements from Intuit's October 2024 In The Know webinar, including the new QuickBooks payments revenue share program offering ProAdvisors 20% of processing fees for three years. She details the new cost allocation feature in payroll that lets businesses track labor costs across projects and classes, and explains the new recurring payments system that streamlines automated billing. The episode concludes with updates about ProAdvisor Academy and the transition to Credly for certification badges.SponsorsIgnition - https://uqb.promo/ignitionCoefficient - https://uqb.promo/coefficientArtiffex - https://uqb.promo/artiffex(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (00:51) - QuickBooks Payments Revenue Share Program (08:26) - Cost Allocation in Payroll (12:50) - New Recurring Payments Feature (15:40) - Setting Up Recurring Payments in QBO (20:50) - Customer Payment Options (24:04) - Benefits of PCI Compliance (26:57) - New ProAdvisor Training and Certification (30:57) - Upcoming Events and Courses Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:https://intuit.ondemand.goldcast.io/on-demand/0c9af5fd-c588-445f-9651-0c64ba8a8c6dEnroll for Alicia's Nov-Dec QBO Complete Hands-On Training (HOT) at https://royalwise.lpages.co/qbo-complete/ Check out Alicia's step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.comIntuit's 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4rHector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
Episode 231 FACULTY: Kyle Geers, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, join Scotty and Kyle Geers as they talk about his unique path from college water skiing enthusiast to managing a fully remote firm with $2 million in revenue. Hear how the founders of Zeroed In leveraged their skills to create profitable accounting practices, navigated communication and collaboration challenges, and utilized tools like Power BI and ClickUp. Discover insights on capacity planning, client service management, and fostering team growth through clear career paths.
Tina Amper, Strategic Director of Geeks on a Beach, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Burnout to Community Leader: Tina shared her experience of migrating from the Philippines with an engineering degree from the University of San Carlos to California's booming tech industry in the 1990s. She excelled in product marketing and business development roles, but ultimately burned out after years of travel and high-intensity work. By 2010, her mother's declining health prompted her to take a sabbatical and return to her hometown Cebu, which was being transformed by the growing business process outsourcing (BPO) industry. This proved to be fertile ground for her exploration and cultivation of a thriving local tech community. 2. Geeks on a Beach: Geeks on a Beach (GOAB) launched in 2013 and started as a casual idea between Earl Valencia, cofounder of IdeaSpace and QBO, and Paul Pajo, a Filipino tech evangelist, to create a tech conference blending work and leisure on the beach. With participants ranging from 400-500 people annually, GOAB has become a key platform for fostering collaborations between startups, investors, and business leaders. Tina emphasized the importance of support from government bodies like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT). 3. 12M Filipino Diaspora Reverse Culture Shock: Tina's return to her motherland after living in the US involved overcoming reverse culture shock while also reconnecting with her roots. She shared her advice for the 12 million strong Filipino diaspora considering a return home. She discussed how she personally found her purpose by contributing to the local tech community through initiatives like TechTalks.ph. Jeremy and Tina also explored various community archetypes of lurkers vs. champions, paid membership communities vs. casual tech meetups and financial sustainability strategies. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/tina-amper Nonton, dengar atau baca wawasan lengkapnya di https://www.bravesea.com/blog/tina-amper-id 观看、收听或阅读全文,请访问 https://www.bravesea.com/blog/tina-amper-cn Xem, nghe hoặc đọc toàn bộ thông tin chi tiết tại https://www.bravesea.com/blog/tina-amper-vn Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts You don't want to miss Geeks On A Beach, the unique premier startup conference in the region! Join us from November 13 to 15, 2024, at JPark Island Resort in Mactan, Cebu. This event brings together tech enthusiasts, investors, and entrepreneurs for three days of workshops, talks, and networking. Register at geeksonabeach.com
In this new series on the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff and Jamie Valenti-Jordan from Catapult Commercialization Services take callers who have had 'Ops Nightmares' that plague many brands. Joining them are Katherine Harvey, co-founder and CEO of Bare Bones Broth, who faced a bone broth launch disaster at Costco due to manufacturing and contamination issues; Brett Perrotta, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Chubby Snacks, who recounts his own ops nightmare involving production errors with a co-packer, underscoring the critical nature of founder involvement during initial production runs; and Brady DeLong, VP of Sales & Ops at Clean Age, who reveals chaos from a major inventory mix-up with Walmart.Teva from our sponsor, Crstl, provides expert advice on leveraging Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for managing high order volumes, as well as for reducing chargebacks and driving revenues.Crstl: No-Code EDI for Modern BrandsTired of ops nightmares? Crstl is here to help! Whether you're new to retail or looking to migrate off your existing EDI platform, Crstl can onboard you to any retail trading partner for EDI in 2 weeks or less. Additionally, Crstl seamlessly integrates with all the platforms you need to run your business, such as Shopify, QBO, your ERP, your WMS, and more. Our best-in-class customer experience ensures you are never alone when challenges arise. Say goodbye to operational headaches and focus on what you do best—growing your brand!Learn more at https://www.crstl.so/demo and mention Startup CPG for 25% off your first annual subscription.Today's topics:Advice on Handling Ops NightmaresKatherine Harvey's Ops Nightmare at CostcoBrady DeLong's Operational Nightmare with WalmartBrett Perrotta's Operational Nightmare with a Co-PackerTeva's ( Crstl EDI ) DiscussionCommunication with BuyersHandling Freight ProblemsLegal and Insurance ConsiderationsDamage Control and TransparencyPlanning and Risk ManagementOperational and Product LossesCommon Business ChallengesPackaging and Labeling IssuesEpisode Links:Catapult Commercialization Services WebsiteJamie Valenti-Jordan LinkedInBare Bones Broth Website Katherine Harvey LinkedInClean Age WebsiteBrady DeLong LinkedInChubby Snacks WebsiteBrett Perrotta LinkedInDon't forget to leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this episode. For potential sponsorship opportunities or to join the Startup CPG community, visit http://www.startupcpg.com.Show Links:Transcripts of each episode are available on the Transistor platform that hosts our podcast here (click on the episode and toggle to “Transcript” at the top)Join the Startup CPG Slack community (20K+ members and growing!)Follow @startupcpgVisit host Daniel's Linkedin Questions or comments about the episode? Email Daniel at podcast@startupcpg.comEpisode music by Super Fantastics
Send us a Text Message.In this Spotlight episode I'm shining the spotlight on one of my BBA students, Nicole Robb. She talks about how BBA played a pivotal role in building confidence, finding the right clients, and getting invaluable support from the BBA community. Tune in to hear what BBA can do for you!In this episode you'll hear:Nic's journeythe importance of being patient and making connections to gain clientsthe value of having community support in managing difficult situationsspecific aspects of BBA & their relevance to building and growing a successful bookkeeping businessResources mentioned in this episode:The Bookkeeping Business Accelerator® (BBA)ElevateKickoff with Asana by Alyssa Lang (affiliate link)QuickBooks (affiliate link)Meet NicNic has over 10 years of experience in bookkeeping, along with admin work as well. She worked for QBO during COVID, and started her business 2019. Her niche used to be in Real Estate, but now she serves a variety of clients including a Hair Salon, Consultant, Property Manager, RE Agents, and some RE.Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeperFor more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.comFollow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blogConnect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeperConnect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoupConnect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpaThank you for your support of our show. If you haven't left a review yet it's super simple. Please go to ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.Podcast Publishing Tools we use:Podcast Editing: Sabr Media LLCDescript (affiliate link)Buzzsprout (affiliate link)Join the Power to Breakthrough Bootcamp > Aug 19 - 23rd | 12 PM Eastern Daily Register for the Bookkeeping Biz Workshops HERE>Workshops Dates: Aug 26 - Sep 3 @ 11am PT daily(Day 1) Aug 26 - Pre-party(Day 2) Aug 27 - What it Really Takes(Day 3) Aug 28 - All About That Tech(Day 4) Aug 29 - Creating a Business, not a J.O.B.(Day 5) Aug 30 - Q&A(Day 6) Sep 3 - Masterclass: Selling Without the Sleaze
⚒️ Apps mentioned today (let me know if I missed any)Copilot for client portal stuff https://www.copilot.com/Karbon for client-centric PM things https://karbonhq.com/SafeSend for tax workflows https://safesend.com/Microsoft Teams for team chat https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-softwareDiscord for team chat https://discord.gg/Slack for team chat https://slack.com/Zoom for video conferencing https://zoom.us/Google Meet for video conferencing https://meet.google.com/Digits for quality assurance https://digits.com/Scrutinize for quality assurance https://scrutinize.io/VerifyIQ for quality assurance https://verifyiq.co/OpenPhone for your phone & SMS https://openphone.com/Dialpad for your phone & SMS https://www.dialpad.com/Fathom for advanced reporting https://www.fathomhq.com/Reach Reporting for advanced reporting https://reachreporting.com/Spotlight for advance reporting https://www.spotlightreporting.com/G-Accon for spreadsheet automation https://www.accon.services/LiveFlow for spreadsheet automation https://liveflow.io/Amalgam for spreadsheet automation https://www.amalgam.me/Ignition for proposals & payments https://ignitionapp.com/GoProposal for proposals & payments https://goproposal.com/Anchor for proposals & payments https://www.sayanchor.com/bookkeepers/Royalwise for training https://royalwise.com/Uncat for uncategorized transactions https://uncat.com/RightTool for making QBO better https://righttool.app/QuickBooks Online for ledger things https://qbo.intuit.com/Xero for ledger things https://xero.com/Keeper for month end close management https://keeper.app/FloQast for mid market month end close management https://floqast.com/Aider for hybrid PM and month end close management https://www.aider.ai/1Password for password management https://1password.com/LastPass for password management https://www.lastpass.com/Practice Protect for password and identity management https://practiceprotect.com/Gusto for payroll https://gusto.com/Rippling for payroll and PEO https://www.rippling.com/ADP for outsourced payroll https://adp.com/Justworks for PEO https://www.justworks.com/Dext for receipt management https://dext.com/Content Snare for requests https://contentsnare.com/Calendly for scheduling https://calendly.com/Client Hub was mentioned for potentially integrating client meetings https://clienthub.app/
This week on the Expert Voices podcast, Randy Wootton, CEO of Maxio, speaks with Bill Hollowsky, VP of Accounting Services at Kruze Consulting. Bill shares his journey through various organizations like KPMG, Oracle, and SunGard. He offers insights into the changing landscape of accounting in the startup world, and the importance of implementing effective technology stacks from QBO to NetSuite, and shares his perspective on the industry's labor shortages. Randy and Bill discuss critical industry trends, such as the cryptocurrency boom and bust, as well as the recent AI surge, and explore what to expect in the near future. Quotes“When we transition new clients to us, we do a KYC and due diligence. We've seen some crazy stuff on the books and balance sheets. So what we'll absolutely do is go back and recast and redo and bring it up to standards. And in some cases, we actually offered to go ahead and amend taxes, so that everything is in sync and matches. ” -Bill Hollowsky [17:32]“As crypto took off and then the Web 3.0 trends happened, of course, it became a really big VC funding frenzy. But boy, folks were really writing checks into the start-ups that were impacting the whole market, which was really cool. So in a way, we had to become crypto and Web 3.0 experts very quickly. And if you looked at the GAAP standards and methodology and the FASB codification, it was very archaic.” -Bill Hollowsky [22:51]Expert Takeaways The necessity for SaaS accounting firms to leverage advanced technology stacks for efficient handling of financial tasks.How Bill's team uses a blend of off-the-shelf tools and custom-built software to meet diverse client needs.Evaluating transition phases where startups move their accounting systems, especially during significant funding rounds.An emphasis on the current talent shortage in the accounting profession and Kruze Consulting's strategic adaptation.The emergent importance of AI and how it is poised to revolutionize workflows in SaaS accounting services.Timestamps(00:04) Agile Methodologies in Accounting and SaaS(03:21) Leveraging Technology for Efficient Accounting in Fast-Growing Firms(06:50) Scaling Startups with Efficient Back Office Technology(11:34) Navigating Accounting Transitions in Growing B2B SaaS Companies(16:03) The Importance of Accurate Accounting in B2B SaaS Acquisitions(18:48) Navigating Startup Challenges Amidst Black Swan Events and Market Shifts(24:29) AI's Impact on Business Efficiency and Workforce Augmentation(29:42) Innovative Hiring Strategies Amidst an Accounting Labor Shortage(38:46) Mentorship and Inclusivity in Remote Work Environments(44:26) Insights on Client Service, Influencers, and Startup PodcastsLinksMaxioUpcoming EventsMaxio Institute ReportRandy Wootton LinkedIn
Episode 218 FACULTY: Lukas Sundahl, CMA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Lukas Sundahl, the Founder of Accounting Couture, discusses the opportunities in accounting and explains the differences between CMA and CPA. Discover insights into offering Fractional CFO services, implementing EOS, and valuable advice for aspiring accountants considering different certifications. Plus, he talks about how he turned his interest in accounting into a successful personal brand.
In episode #214, I address cash flow. Plain and simple. Don't collect on your open invoices and you'll soon be out of business. - What is AR? - What is AR aging? - My plan of attack to collect on invoices Check out TryExtend.com to automate your cash collections. Better yet, set up a quick demo call with here: https://book.thesaascfo.com/tryextend if you use QBO or Xero.
LiveFlow is one of the hottest QBO apps out there, I pick Anita's brain about the pricing of the app, how they think about user feedback & development, and how AI will shape 3rd party reporting apps for QBO Check out www.liveflow.io
On this episode, Hector and Alicia introduce a new segment called "Rant Off" where they spin a wheel to randomly select a topic to rant about for 20 minutes. The topic lands on tax deadlines, leading Alicia to express frustration over the intense workload during tax season and suggest alternatives like staggered filing dates. Hector provides potential solutions such as client handling of time-sensitive filings, promoting extensions, deadline-based pricing, while also highlighting some benefits of annual deadlines. They conclude by promoting Alicia's upcoming QBO class and Hector's accounting conference.SponsorsClientHub- https://uqb.promo/clienthubRelay - https://uqb.promo/relayMelio - https://uqb.promo/melio(00:00) - Introduction to the QuickBooks Accountants Podcast Rant Wheel (08:25) - Exploring Solutions to Tax Season Burnout (12:59) - The Benefits of Filing Extensions & Proactive Planning (24:42) - Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Alicia's article on QuickBooks Expert Assisted Bookkeeping - https://royalwise.com/alicias-thoughts-about-qb-expert-assisted-bookkeeping/Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appAlicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcastAlicia's QBO Products, Services, and Inventory Course - http://royl.ws/qbo-InventoryQuickBooks Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com
Julian Roque is Head of Operations at Go Gym. Go Gym is bringing an elevated fitness experience to barangays all over the Philippines. Go Gym is building neighborhood gyms that are affordable and accessible for everyone, with the help of technology. Go Gym is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023. IN THIS EPISODE | 00:33 Ano ang Go Gym? | 03:52 What is the problem being solved? | 10:05 What is the solution being provided? | 17:54 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 24:17 What are future plans for the startup? | 28:46 How can listeners get more information? GO GYM | Website: gogym.ph | Facebook: facebook.com/GoGymPhilippines GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | Contakt RFID Business Cards: contakt-ph.com - Get 10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Use code: "CONTAKTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | Twala: twala.id | Enspace Cebu: enspace.ph | Universal Basic Income Philippines: facebook.com/UBIPhilippines | Ignite Careers: ignitecareers.ph | Mommyki Super Pet App: facebook.com/MommyKiPawmily instagram.com/MommyKiPawmily | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Contakt RFID Business Cards | SeriousMD | Uplift Code Camp | Founders Launchpad | Packetworx | Board Prep | Zayls | Pareto Consulting START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
Jeff Seibert is the co-founder and CEO of Digits, a modern accounting platform. Jeff and Rob delve into the impact of AI on the accounting profession, exploring its potential to revolutionize the industry while also addressing concerns and misconceptions surrounding this emerging technology.Jeff explains the fundamental concepts of machine learning and artificial intelligence in layman's terms, emphasizing that AI is not aimed at replacing accountants but rather augmenting their capabilities and freeing them from tedious tasks. He discusses the two main branches of machine learning – generative models like ChatGPT and predictive models – and how Digits is leveraging the latter to automate bookkeeping with an 87% accuracy rate.The conversation also touches on the importance of data security, collaborative finance, real-time accounting, and the need for accountants to embrace technology to stay relevant and competitive. Jeff's message is one of hope, encouraging accountants to experiment with AI and adopt these tools to enhance their practices and better serve their clients.5 Key Takeaways:AI is not going to replace accountants; it will elevate the profession by automating tedious tasks and allowing accountants to focus on higher-value activities.Digits is developing AI bookkeeping models that can accurately classify transactions with 87% accuracy, significantly reducing manual labor.Data security is crucial when integrating AI into accounting software, and firms should scrutinize vendors' security measures.Collaborative finance and real-time accounting are the future, enabling accountants and clients to work together seamlessly and access up-to-date financial data.Embracing AI and new technologies is essential for accountants to remain competitive and grow their practices."AI is not going to be the death of accounting. Just like the calculator wasn't the death of accounting, the computer wasn't the death of accounting." - Jeff Seibert◣━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━◢The Accounting Influencers Podcast, hosted by Rob Brown, is one of the world's leading shows for accounting leaders, professionals, finance specialists, software vendors, tech providers and influencers. To participate in our international virtual speed networking events for the accounting community, book your place at the next gathering. Great for building your personal brand and making valuable industry connections in return for a small donation to charity: https://accountinginfluencers.com/events◣━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━◢Thanks to our sponsors:ADVANCETRACK OUTSOURCING. Transform your accounting firm with AdvanceTrack. Our top-tier offshoring solutions free your team from mundane tasks, allowing you to focus on growth and client engagement. Experience seamless scalability and expert support. Visit advancetrack.com and elevate your practice today. https://www.advancetrack.comACCOUNTEX. Join us at Accountex London, the pinnacle of fintech innovation, May 15-16, 2024! Discover ground-breaking solutions from 295+ brands and gain invaluable insights at our CPD-accredited sessions. Connect with 10,000+ finance professionals. Elevate your practice – attendance is free, plus earn up to 16 CPD points! https://www.accountex.co.uk/londonDEXT. Streamline your accounting practice with Dext! Our cutting-edge tools, Dext Prepare, Commerce, and Precision, revolutionize data handling, saving you precious time and ensuring accuracy. Connect seamlessly with leading software like Xero and QBO. Join 500,000+ customers transforming...
Enrique Hormillo is Founder and CEO at Doon. Miguel Locsin is Co-Founder and COO at Doon. DOON is the first fully-insured car-sharing marketplace in the Philippines. Anyone can find a car to rent for their next trip or adventure, and car owners can earn rental income from their sitting idle cars. Now on AppStore, Google Play, and AppGallery. Doon is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023 IN THIS EPISODE | 00:57 Ano ang Doon? | 03:04 What is the problem being solved? | 08:17 What is the solution being offered? | 22:01 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 29:56 What are future plans for the startup? | 34:17 How can listeners know more? DOON | Website: doon.ph | Facebook: facebook.com/doonphilippines GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | Contakt RFID Business Cards: contakt-ph.com - Get 10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Use code: "CONTAKTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | Twala: twala.id | Enspace Cebu: enspace.work/cebu-en | Universal Basic Income Philippines: facebook.com/UBIPhilippines | Ignite Careers: ignitecareers.ph | Mommyki Super Pet App: facebook.com/MommyKiPawmily instagram.com/MommyKiPawmily | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Contakt RFID Business Cards | SeriousMD | Uplift Code Camp | Founders Launchpad | Packetworx | Board Prep | Zayls | Pareto Consulting START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
Episode 202 FACULTY: David Bergstein, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, Scott interviews David Bergstein, a CPA, covering various aspects of David's journey in accounting and his insights into the profession from his decades of experience. They discuss topics such as the relevance of becoming a CPA for young people, marketing strategies for accounting firms, the future of the accounting profession including automation and remote firms, strategies for firm growth, and the bright future ahead. Shout Outs: Ed Mendlowitz, Roman Kevchak, Randy Johnson, Randy Crabtree, BotKeeper Conference, Prime Global Conference, BKR Conference, QBO, Xero, Sage, Zoho Chapters: 02:53 How Dave got into Accounting 06:40 What Dave Does Now 08:38 Pickleball 09:01 Introducing Accounting in the Classroom 11:38 Should Young People Become CPAs? 15:53 Marketing and Positioning 18:34 The Future of Accounting 20:37 Do You Need to Hire A CPA or Not? 22:26 Automation 23:44 Remote Firms 28:58 Firm Growth 31:57 The Future is Bright 36:41 Dave's Future Plans 39:19 Choosing Software 42:20 Conclusion Connect With Us On Linkedin! David Bergstein https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbergstein/ Scotty OKR Scarano https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottscarano/ Accounting High https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounting-high/ https://www.accountinghigh.com/ Tags: fiscal doctor, accounting advisor, marketing positioning, millennial mindset, hiring CPAs, remote firms, accounting automation, firm growth, pickleball enthusiast, continuing education, FBI aspirations, IRS agent, choosing software, accounting future, accounting publications, professional services, accounting deadlines, accounting professor, career advice, accounting excitement --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/accountinghigh/message
In this episode, Hector and Alicia discuss the "concierge setup" process, and the steps and services provided by an advisor to ensure a smooth transition for clients moving from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online. They cover various considerations like chart of accounts adjustments, bank feed setups, leveraging new QBO features, and providing training and guidance tailored to the client's needs. The discussion highlights the value-added services advisors can offer beyond just migrating data to truly set clients up for success on the new platform.SponsorsRelay - https://uqb.promo/relayClientHub- https://uqb.promo/clienthub(00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:35) - Introduction to Concierge Setup (02:19) - The Importance of Desktop Migration (04:12) - Understanding the Limitations of QuickBooks Online (05:53) - Setting Up Bank Feeds (12:15) - The Power of QuickBooks Online's Multi-Dimensional Features (20:51) - Leveraging Receipt Management and Capture (24:14) - Setting Up Report Defaults (27:37) - Check Printing and Online Bill Pay (28:58) - Custom Fields in QuickBooks Desktop and Online (31:06) - Advantages of QuickBooks Online Advanced (35:33) - Recreating Custom Reports in QuickBooks Online (39:03) - Customizing the QuickBooks Online Interface (42:51) - Using Delayed Charges and Credits in QuickBooks Online (44:13) - Setting Up Budgets in QuickBooks Online (46:27) - Different Approaches to QuickBooks Online Implementation (50:12) - Post-Conversion Cleanup in QuickBooks Online (52:11) - Wrap up and Remember to Subscribe Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appAlicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcastQuickBooks Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.comFirm of the Future www.firmofthefuture.com
Cris Azaña is Co-Founder and CEO at Kazam. Kazam is helping kasambahays and homeowners find each other. The Kazam platform is an online service where anyone can find child care, senior care, cook, maid, family driver, houseboy, and store assistant services, without the need for an agency. Kazam is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023. IN THIS EPISODE | 00:43 Ano ang Kazam? | 04:05 What is the problem being solved? | 09:22 What is the solution being offered? | 23:17 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 35:21 What are future plans for the startup? | 40:06 How can listeners know more? KAZAM | Website:kazam.ph | Facebook: facebook.com/kazamph GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! | Contakt Affordable RFID Business Cards: bit.ly/CONTAKTXSUP - Get your RFID Business Card for only Php350! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | Twala: twala.id | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | Enspace Cebu: enspace.work/cebu-en | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Uplift Code Camp | SeriousMD | Board Prep | Pareto Consulting | Zayls | Packetworx START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
James Miles is Co-Founder and COO at Talent Hero. Talent Hero is a global talent acquisition platform that enables companies to hire anyone in the world through their vetted network of recruiters and partner agencies. Whether you need to hire just one person or add hundreds to your team, Talent Hero has customized packages that fit any company's needs. Talent Hero is trusted by hundreds of companies globally and serve a multitude of industries, with verticals including: Technology, Marketing, eCommerce, Startups, Customer Support, Back Office, Accounting, Finance, Banking, Insurance, Logistics, Multi-Lingual, Expats, Healthcare, Media, Design, BPO, and Executive Hires. Talent Hero is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023. IN THIS EPISODE | 00:42 Ano ang Talent Hero? | 04:19 What is the problem being solved? | 12:19 What is the solution being offered? | 20:59 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 24:31 What are future plans for the startup? | 28:47 How can listeners know more? TALENT HERO | Website: talenthero.co | Facebook: facebook.com/talenthero.co | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/talenthero1 GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! | Contakt Affordable RFID Business Cards: bit.ly/CONTAKTXSUP - Get your RFID Business Card for only Php350! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | Twala: twala.id | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | Enspace Cebu: enspace.work/cebu-en | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Uplift Code Camp | SeriousMD | Board Prep | Pareto Consulting | Zayls | Packetworx START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
Nico Luciano is Co-Founder and CEO at RideRadar. RideRadar is a centralized mobile app for all logistics and delivery needs. RideRadar shows you from among its multiple logistics partners either the cheapest or fastest delivery service depending on your needs. RideRadar is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023. IN THIS EPISODE | 01:02 Ano ang RideRadar? | 05:27 What is the problem being solved? | 17:16 What is the solution being provided? | 28:89 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 37:28 What are some advice you can share as a Filipino startup founder? | 51:19 How can listeners get more information? RIDERADAR | Website: rideradar.ph | Facebook: facebook.com/Rideradar GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! | Contakt Affordable RFID Business Cards: bit.ly/CONTAKTXSUP - Get your RFID Business Card for only Php350! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | Twala: twala.id | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | Enspace Cebu: enspace.work/cebu-en | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Uplift Code Camp | SeriousMD | Board Prep | Pareto Consulting | Zayls | Packetworx START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
Norman Curato is Co-Founder and CEO at Xeleqt AI. Xeleqt AI is augmenting workforce operations through artificial intelligence. Xeleqt AI is offering the AI Box - a simple easy-to-install package with bundled value-added AI services, data connectivity, and cloud storage. Xeleqt AI is part of the QBO's Top 100 Startups showcased last Philippine Startup Week 2023. IN THIS EPISODE | 00:43 Ano ang Xeleqt AI? | 03:33 What is the problem being solved? | 07:15 What is the solution being offered? | 29:54 What are the backgrounds of the founders? | 46:20 What are future plans for the startup? | 52:51 How can listeners know more? XELEQT AI | Website: xeleqt.com | Facebook: facebook.com/XeleqtTechnologies GET PROMOS & DISCOUNTS FROM FILIPINO STARTUPS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com - Get 5% discount on Six Sigma and Data Science certifications! Use code: "ALPHAXSUP" | Digest PH: digest.ph - Get 10% discount on legal startup services! Use code: "DIGESTXSUP" | OneCFO: onecfoph.co - Mention Start Up Podcast PH as referral! | Contakt Affordable RFID Business Cards: bit.ly/CONTAKTXSUP - Get your RFID Business Card for only Php350! CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS | Ask Lex PH Academy: asklexph.com | OneCFO: onecfoph.co | DVCode Technologies: dvcode.tech | Twala: twala.id | DBUZZ: d.buzz | Benjoys Food Products: benjoysfoodproducts.com | Enspace Cebu: enspace.work/cebu-en | LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: lookingfour.com | NutriCoach: nutricoach.com | PodifyTeam: podifyteam.com | Uplift Code Camp | SeriousMD | Board Prep | Pareto Consulting | Zayls | Packetworx START UP PODCAST PH | YouTube: youtube.com/StartUpPodcastPH | Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa | Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394 | Facebook: facebook.com/startuppodcastph | Instagram: instagram.com/startuppodcastph | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/startuppodcastph SUPPORT THE PODCAST | Patreon: patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH | GCash: 09623871744 This episode is edited by the team at: tasharivera.com
This week, I'm re-airing a solo episode where I chat about how I recommend going about starting a bookkeeping business without any experience in bookkeeping.In this episode you'll hear:topics any bookkeeper should knowwhere to startwhat it takes to be a business ownerRecommended programs:Bookkeeper Launch for learning bookkeeping in QBO (affiliate link)Become a Bookkeeper for learning bookkeeping in Xero (affiliate link)Kickoff with Asana for setting up your bookkeeping workflow (affiliate link)AIPB Certification to become a Certified BookkeeperAlyssa Lang's Breakthrough coaching program for experienced bookkeepers and accountants who are ready to take their firm to the next levelThanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeperFor more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.comFollow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blogConnect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeperConnect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoupConnect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpaThank you for your support of our show. If you haven't left a review yet it's super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.Podcast Publishing Tools we use:Podcast Editing: Sabr Media LLCDescript (affiliate link)Buzzsprout (affiliate link)Join The Bookkeeping Biz Workshops: https://www.bkworkshops.online Workshop Dates: Jan 22 - Jan 26Times: 11 AM PST | 2 PM EST
Hector and Alicia highlight new features and updates in QuickBooks Online that they discovered in December 2023, such as enhancements to construction reporting, interface changes, and behaviors with QuickBooks Checking envelopes. They offer tips and feedback for accountants and bookkeepers using QBO based on these recent discoveries.SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - Welcome To The Unofficial QuickBooks Accounting Podcast (02:30) - Alicia's first finding - AI warning for unusual amounts (04:49) - Hector finds new construction reports (13:32) - Discussion of construction reporting improvements (16:46) - Alicia on interface changes (23:58) - More on search function and banking alerts (28:33) - Alicia's experience with QuickBooks Checking (33:26) - Wrap up and remember to subscribe Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
Hector and Alicia recap top announcements from Intuit's QuickBooks Connect Conference, including a redesigned ProAdvisor program, true payroll job costing, custom KPI reporting, and a partnership with Allstate for business insurance. They discuss how these new capabilities and Intuit's messaging show a commitment to strengthening their partnership with accountants.SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast Episode 15 (03:30) - Introduction (07:31) - Reimagined ProAdvisor program overview (11:30) - QuickBooks Ledger conversion tool (18:01) - Firm member permissions in Accountant Edition (21:16) - True payroll job costing coming to QBO (24:24) - Project tracking issues with Payroll tiers (27:19) - Balance sheet budgets update (31:27) - Exciting potential for custom KPI dashboards (33:45) - Upcoming commerce features and inventory (38:22) - Accountant approved app bundles (40:14) - New Allstate partnership for insurance (46:25) - Wrap up and final thoughts Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
We're back from QuickBooks Connect 2023 with announcements, updates, new features, and improvements in QuickBooks Online. Also, EY got fined $3 million for cheating on ethics exams, and 42 percent of firms are turning away work due to staff shortages. Finally, we discuss the disruption of Alphabet's main search business by Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple in the AI-powered assistant space.Sponsors LiveFlow - http://accountingpodcast.promo/liveflowZoho - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/zoho Keeper - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/keeperChapters (00:32) - Blake and David are back from QuickBooks Connect (06:38) - New QuickBooks features announced at QuickBooks Connect (07:25) - QuickBooks Ledger (09:47) - Expanded roles and permissions in QBO (10:16) - QuickBooks Payroll cost allocations (11:23) - Chart of Accounts templates (12:26) - Changes to ProAdvisor Program (13:08) - Now you can copy QBO files to a sandbox (16:20) - Blake's AI session at QuickBooks Connect (24:47) - Blake will be giving a webinar on AI on Earmark's Webinars+ (27:33) - EY Texas gets a $3 million penalty for cheating on ethics exams (34:35) - 46% of EY audits in 2022 had flaws (37:47) - What numbers do investors care about? (41:40) - PCAOB says they have doubled their fines in recent years (43:35) - More cities are struggling with ERP rollouts (44:57) - Zoho introduces practice management software for accountants (46:45) - Tech Radar's top laptops for accountants (48:04) - Intuit updates their tax software and shuts down Mint (55:29) - 42% of accountants turn down work over staff shortages (57:51) - ClientHub introduces AI-enabled email integration (59:24) - 3 AI-based accounting companies raise a lot of money (01:08:48) - Is Google/Alphabet in trouble? (02:03) - 31 Wrap up and thanks for listening Show NotesIntuit rolls out bevy of new features for the next tax season | Accounting Todayhttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/intuit-rolls-out-bevy-of-new-features-for-the-next-tax-year New product innovations at announced at QuickBooks Connect help accountants drive small business growthhttps://www.firmofthefuture.com/quickbooks-connect/new-product-innovations/ PCAOB fines doubled in recent years | Accounting Todayhttps://www.accountingtoday.com/news/pcaob-fines-doubled-in-recent-years Accounting firms hit with record US fines over audit failureshttps://www.ft.com/content/25a65a49-4b94-4a80-82d8-435616a78f27 SURVEY: 42% of Accountants Turn Away Work Over Staff Shortages - CPA Trendlineshttps://cpatrendlines.com/2023/11/09/survey-48-of-accountants-turn-away-work-over-staff-shortages/ Black Ore Emerges from Stealth with $60 Million in Funding to Bring AI to Financial Serviceshttps://www.blackore.ai/articles/black-ore-emerges-from-stealth-with-60-million-fundingLaunching Zoho Practice: The Ultimate Practice Management Softwarehttps://www.zoho.com/blog/general/launching-zoho-practice.html Bill Holdings Is Said to Near $1.95 Billion Deal for Meliohttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-08/bill-holdings-is-said-to-near-1-95-billion-deal-for-melio Bill Holdings stock sinks amid report of $1.95B deal talks for Melio ...https://seekingalpha.com/news/4033680-bill-holdings-sinks-amid-report-of-195b-deal-talks-for-melio-payments Bill Holdings denies media report on Melio deal https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/bill-holdings-nears-195-billion-payments-deal-melio-bloomberg-news-2023-11-08/ Puzzle secures $30m for revolutionary AI-powered accounting ...https://fintech.global/2023/11/15/puzzle-secures-30m-for-revolutionary-ai-powered-accounting-platform/ EY Gets $3 Million Penalty by Texas Board of Public Accountancyhttps://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2023/11/13/ey-gets-3-million-penalty-by-texas-board-of-public-accountancy/97576/ Bill's stock bounces after denial of report it was pursuing a $2 billion ...https://www.marketwatch.com/story/bills-stock-bounces-after-denial-of-report-it-was-pursuing-a-2-billion-cash-and-stock-buyout-of-melio-payments-7562580b Black Ore Raises $60 Million and Debuts AI Tool for Accountantshttps://www.pymnts.com/news/investment-tracker/2023/black-ore-raises-60-million-dollars-debuts-artificial-intelligence-tool-accountants/ New Products at QuickBooks Connect Help Accountants Drive Small ...https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2023/11/14/new-products-at-quickbooks-connect-help-accountants-drive-small-business-growth/97644/ St. Louis comptroller said prior mayor wanted new accounting ...https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/st-louis-comptroller-said-prior-mayor-wanted-new-accounting-system-but-she-voted-for-it/article_8afa54ca-8275-11ee-9673-efc459761629.html Intuit QuickBooks Unveils New Product Innovations at QuickBooks Connect that Help Accountants Drive Small Business Growth https://www.intuit.com/company/press-room/press-releases/2023/intuit-quickbooks-unveils-new-product-innovations-at-quickbooks-connect-that-help-accountants-drive-small-business-growth/Need CPE?Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark: https://earmarkcpe.comSubscribe to the Earmark Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet in TouchThanks for listening and the great reviews! 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You know the basics of QuickBooks, but are ready to take your skills to the next level? On this episode Hector and Alicia discuss the key steps for going from QuickBooks beginner to pro, including getting certified, hands-on practice, utilizing online resources, and finding a mentor.SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - How to become a QuickBooks expert (04:17) - What kind of books or written material can people invest in to become an expert in QuickBooks? (12:27) - QuickBooks Desktop course in 2023 (17:53) - Using a personal QBO file to learn (20:49) - Using classes, Locations, and tags in a personal file (23:51) - ProAdvisor training and certifications (28:39) - Importance of the Advanced Certification (30:21) - Unpaid internships at accounting firms (32:58) - Wrap up and remember to subscribe so you don't miss an episode Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
Hector and Alicia answer your questions. From tracking expenses to their sources and properly categorizing transactions, utilizing automation, and using cost accounting techniques to calculate profit margins for individual products, customers, and sales channels.SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (03:30) - Listener Mail: Revenue Recognition & Uncategorized Expenses (18:45) - Tracking your Customer Deposits (22:48) - QBO Advanced's new Revenue Recognition feature (32:46) - QBO's Chart of Accounts default accounts (36:32) - Uncategorized Assets (38:43) - Using Books Review & Banking Options with Uncategorized Expenses (42:45) - Apps that use Uncategorized Expenses (47:58) - Thanks for listening and remember to subscribe Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
Listen to the full Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5586a16eEarmark Media Presents a bonus episode of Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast. Hector and Alicia dig into all the details and speculation around Intuit's newest cloud accounting product QuickBooks Ledger. Is it an affordable option for write-up clients or an over-hyped limited edition QBO? Listen to the full Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5586a16eSend your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
Hector and Alicia dig into all the details and speculation around Intuit's newest cloud accounting product QuickBooks Ledger. Is it an affordable option for write-up clients or an over-hyped limited edition QBO? What does it mean for accountants and their clients?SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - Welcome To The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (04:08) - Discussing the Release Date and Timeline of QuickBooks Ledger (07:03) - QuickBooks Ledger Pricing and Target Audience (08:55) - Key Features Included and Not Included in QuickBooks Ledger (29:22) - Converting from QuickBooks Desktop and Downgrading from Simple Start (48:28) - Potential Workarounds for Desktop Conversion and Simple Start Downgrading (50:16) - Updates to QuickBooks Online Bank Feeds (56:56) - The Importance of Fixing the Little Things Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
Alicia and Hector dive into several new features in QBO including easier payroll mapping, balance sheet budgeting, and using the cashflow planner. They also speculate what new features might be announced at QuickBooks Connect 2024.SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast Episode 11 (05:58) - Payroll item mapping updates (08:11) - Budgets for balance sheets (16:00) - Cashflow planning discussion (30:18) - Back to balance sheet budgets (32:58) - Workflow run history (35:57) - Payroll local tax default frequency Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com
In this episode, Hector and Alicia discuss recent Intuit news and developments in October 2023, including a new high school food truck program, changes to the QuickBooks Time partner program, a desktop care plan being discontinued, an audit log redesign in QBO, and the need for paid beta testers for new QBO features. SponsorsLiveFlow - https://uqb.promo/liveflowTimesheets.com- https://uqb.promo/timesheetsOnPay - https://uqb.promo/onpay (00:00) - Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast Episode #8 (02:26) - Intuit's High School Food Truck Program (06:04) - Changes to the QuickBooks Time Partner Program (09:34) - Discontinued Desktop Care Plan (16:11) - How Intuit treats ProAdvisors (24:01) - Facebook Group Reporting (26:10) - The New Audit Log Redesign (28:49) - Duplicate Transactions Feature (31:07) - The Need for Paid Beta Tester (34:11) - Remember To Leave A Review and Subscribe Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) ask@uqapodcast.comLinks/Apps Mentioned in this episode: Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app Alicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcast Hector's Conference - Creative Business Models for Accountants:www.altaccountant.com QuickBooks Connect Conference:www.quickbooksconnect.com Firm of the Future: www.firmofthefuture.com This podcast is independently operated and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Intuit Inc. or QuickBooks®. Any references to Intuit and QuickBooks products are made solely for the purpose of discussing the topics related to the company and its software.