Kwame Agyei, founder and CEO of Appoynt, joins Blake and David to discuss the benefits of outsourcing specific business functions like accounts receivable management. Kwame shares his unique journey from accountant to entrepreneur and offers practical advice on effectively leveraging virtual assistants while addressing common concerns around security and building trust.
 
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Adam Zaki of CFO.com joins Blake and David to explore the trends reshaping the industry, from AI to the talent shortage. They dive into the murky waters of corporate financial controls and audit practices. They also examine what makes a truly effective CFO in today's dynamic business environment and why authenticity might be the most valuable trait in a leader's toolkit. Get an insider's perspective on the 150-hour CPA licensing requirement and hear ideas for reform that could revolutionize the profession.

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Follow Adam’s stories on CFO.com: https://www.cfo.com/editors/azaki/

75% of employees use AI at work: report | CFO

San Francisco 49ers, MLB Star Shohei Ohtani Wrestle With Poor Financial Controls

34% of KPMG tax, audit and advisory interns plan to stay 5 years at first job: report | CFO

Gen Z Pivots from Accounting, Pursues Creative Freedom and Entrepreneurship | CFO

No Gimmicks, Just Authenticity: How To Attract Gen-Z Talent | CFO

Peacocking, newskilling and digital detox: 9 new workplace trends CFOs must know | CFO

Senior Leaders Nearly Twice as Likely To Receive AI Resources as Junior Staff | CFO

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• (00:38) - Blake's Conference Adventures

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Study: ChatGPT Better at Financial Statement Analysis Than Humans

https://nysscpa.org/news/publications/the-trusted-professional/article/study-chatgpt-better-at-financial-statement-analysis-than-humans-060524

PwC to resell ChatGPT Enterprise

https://www.accountingtoday.com/news/pwc-to-become-first-official-reseller-for-openai-for-openais-chatgpt-enterprise

EY US to invest $1 billion in compensation and technology to improve the attractiveness of the accounting profession

https://www.ey.com/en_us/newsroom/2024/06/ey-us-to-invest-1-billion-in-compensation-and-technology

Change is in the air: And it is helpful.

https://www.orcpa.org/news/13ff8628-9c17-43b1-858a-148af698c818:change-is-in-the-air-and-it-is-helpful

Potential deposit shortfall in Synapse bankruptcy falls in regulatory grey area

https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/potential-deposit-shortfall-in-synapse-bankruptcy-falls-in-regulatory-grey-area-82041848

Apple brings ChatGPT to Siri as it debuts ‘Apple Intelligence’ at WWDC 2024

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/jun/10/apple-ai-product-launch

How does Sam's Club AI work?

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/state/2024/05/02/sams-club-ai-check-receipt-exit-stores-texas-locations/73526045007/ 

How fake stories about IRS stimulus checks took over the internet

https://www.fastcompany.com/91138837/fake-stories-irs-stimulus-checks-flood-internet-google-news

Fact Check: Is The IRS Really Giving An $8700 Stimulus Check?

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fact-check-irs-really-giving-192246766.html

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Discover the compelling advantages of nearshoring your accounting and finance functions to Argentina. In this episode, Nicolás Villafañe, partner at South Offices, shares his insider perspective on why Argentina is a top destination for accessing skilled talent while enjoying significant cost savings compared to hiring in the US.

Learn how Argentina's timezone alignment, cultural affinity, and highly qualified pool of licensed CPAs can provide your business with a seamless experience as if you were hiring remote employees. Nicolás also shares a case study of how his firm has partnered with a US client to build a successful, integrated team.

If you've been considering nearshoring options, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you evaluate your choices and unlock the benefits for your business. Tune in now to explore the power of nearshoring!

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Blake and David get brutally honest about why pricey accounting conferences are a no-go and how the industry sidelines neurodivergent professionals. You'll also get a rundown of the rebranded Intuit Connect event's new direction, the political firestorm around IRS Direct File, and a Google Sheets update that will blow your mind. From the mailbag, don't miss one reader's incredible story of passing the CPA exam in record time and our take on why firms need to rethink degree requirements. Plus, we offer real-talk advice for starting your own
bookkeeping biz and take shots at the infamous 150-hour rule.

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• (01:02) - David Has FOMO

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House GOP proposes IRS funding cuts, defunding free tax filing ...

Intuit Connect 2024 - Formerly QuickBooks Connect

Google Sheets’ new ‘conditional notifications’ easily keep track of small changes - The Verge

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Anthony Venette, Director of Business Valuation and Advisory Services at DeJoy & Co., joins Blake to discuss his unconventional career path and the world of business valuation. Anthony shares his journey from audit to tax and eventually to valuation, highlighting the importance of soft skills and effective communication in advisory roles. He also provides valuable insights into the day-to-day life of a valuation professional and offers advice for young CPAs interested in pursuing this career path.

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Blake and David delve into the accounting and bookkeeping aspects of Donald Trump's recent guilty verdict in New York. They discuss the charges related to falsifying business records and hush money payments and explore the potential implications for Trump's businesses and campaign. Their conversation also touches on the current state of AI in accounting, the retirement of AICPA president Barry Melancon, and the challenges facing the profession in attracting new talent.

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• (01:10) - Breaking Down Trump's Guilty Verdict

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"Who's the victim of Trump's Bookkeeping?" Washington Examiner

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/daily-memo/3014100/who-is-the-victim-of-trumps-bookkeeping/

Trump May Owe $100 Million From Double-Dip Tax Breaks, Audit Shows

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/11/us/trump-taxes-audit-chicago.html

The Office-Market Meltdown Comes for Trump’s Prized Wall Street Building

https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/the-office-market-meltdown-comes-for-trumps-prized-wall-street-building-31b3a667

Profession Leader Humbly Requests You STFU About Long Hours, Busy Season, and Stress

https://www.goingconcern.com/profession-leader-humbly-requests-you-stfu-about-long-hours-busy-season-and-stress/

New AICPA chair: ‘We need to promote the cool work we do’

https://www.journalofaccountancy.com/issues/2024/jun/new-aicpa-chair-we-need-to-promote-the-cool-work-we-do.html

Rose Financial Solutions Sets Goal to Automate 85% of Finance and Accounting Activities by 2030

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rose-financial-solutions-sets-goal-to-automate-85-of-finance-and-accounting-activities-by-2030-302145576.html

TAP: TurboTax Business Assisted Review 2024 (for Tax Year 2023)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaaMIV1lyns

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Dr. Mfon Akpan, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Methodist University joins Blake and David for a conversation on the impact of AI on accounting education, the challenges faced by accounting graduates entering the workforce, and the future of the CPA profession. Dr. Akpan shares his insights on incorporating AI into the classroom and the importance of lifelong learning in the rapidly evolving world of technology.

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• (01:43) - AI in Accounting Education

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Blake and David dig into reports from the Illinois CPA Society and National Pipeline Advisory Group highlighting issues like long work hours, the 150-hour rule, and low starting salaries. They examine the potential disruption of traditional accounting software by startups and vertical SaaS companies offering embedded accounting functionality and review some of the CPA Practice Advisor Readers' Choice Awards. Wrapping things up, they highlight the health risks of long working hours, and discuss the need for better work-life balance in accounting firms, based on a recent WHO report.

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• (01:44) - Does QuickBooks have some new competition?

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Teal Announces $8M Seed Investment to Drive Next-Gen Accounting Products for Vertical SaaS

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240520567117/en/Teal-Announces-8M-Seed-Investment-to-Drive-Next-Gen-Accounting-Products-for-Vertical-SaaS

Embedded accounting startup Layer secures $2.3M toward goal of replacing QuickBooks
https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/15/embedded-accounting-layer-2-3m-quickbooks/?guccounter=1

Illinois CPA Society Releases Updated CPA Pipeline Report
https://www.icpas.org/about-us/press/press-release-details/2024/05/16/illinois-cpa-society-releases-updated-cpa-pipeline-report

National Pipeline Advisory Group releases draft strategy report
https://www.accountingpipeline.org/draft-report/

Embedded accounting startup Layer secures $2.3M toward goal of replacing Quickbooks | TechCrunch                

https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/15/embedded-accounting-layer-2-3m-quickbooks/

The Best Tech for Accounting Firms: CPAs Voted for Readers Choice Tech Awards        

https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2024/05/15/2024-cpa-practice-advisor-readers-choice-award-winners-announced/105089/

Lili Launches New Accountant AI for Small Business Financial Management   

https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2024/05/16/lili-launches-new-accountant-ai-for-small-business-financial-management/105520/

Embedded accounting startup Layer secures $2.3M toward goal of replacing QuickBooks     

https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/15/embedded-accounting-layer-2-3m-quickbooks/

Kabbage Inc. Settles Allegations of PPP Fraud        

https://smallbiztrends.com/?p=1487492

US accounting group bows to calls for faster path for recruits

https://www.ft.com/content/b6562303-cfda-4c6e-bb7b-8fe6e092bb01

National Pipeline Advisory Group releases draft strategy report - National Pipeline Advisory Group   

https://www.accountingpipeline.org/draft-report/

Bench and Shopify alumni announce $11M CAD to build “the Stripe for accounting” with Teal - BetaKit                

https://betakit.com/bench-and-shopify-alumni-announce-11-million-cad-to-build-the-stripe-for-accounting-with-teal/

Embedded accounting startup Teal raises $8M seed          

https://www.axios.com/pro/fintech-deals/2024/05/20/embedded-accounting-teal-8-million-seed

The Indicator from Planet Money : NPR

https://www.npr.org/2024/05/17/1197964709/trade-wars-and-talent-shortages

Canadian fintech Teal raises $8M to build ‘Stripe for accounting’               

https://techfundingnews.com/canadian-fintech-teal-raises-8m-to-build-stripe-for-accounting/

Kabbage to pay $120M in PPP fraud settlements with DOJ

https://www.bankingdive.com/news/kabbage-pay-120-million-ppp-fraud-doj-small-business-loan-pandemic/716053/

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This week, Blake and David are puzzled by the results of a survey that shows 40% of tax professionals believe generative AI will allow them to charge clients higher rates. They also cover the sham audit firm BF Borgers and question why the firm's CPA is still licensed despite SEC charges. Blake demonstrates how he uses Zapier Central to build an AI agent that can automatically respond to client emails about the status of their tax returns. Wrapping up, they examine Digits' $35 million raise and pivot to bill pay, and Xero's new filtering functionality for bank reconciliations.
 

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• (00:53) - Generative AI's Impact on Pricing

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Rudy Giuliani Forced to Learn Accounting After Bankruptcy Beancounter Bails

https://www.thedailybeast.com/rudy-giuliani-forced-to-learn-accounting-after-bankruptcy-beancounter-bails

Stormy Daniels payment puts focus on Trump and check-writing as trial testimony resumes

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/former-white-house-executive-assistant-stand-trump-trial-dramatic-stor-rcna151578

Trump Accountant on His Stormy Daniels Coverup Notes: ‘I Made a Boo-Boo’

https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-accountant-stormy-daniels-coverup-152934446.html

Trump Accountant Exposes Checks to Michael Cohen in Damning Testimony

https://newrepublic.com/post/181344/trump-accountant-checks-signed-michael-cohen-hush-money-trial

What’s new in Xero — May 2024 - Xero Blog      

https://blog.xero.com/product-updates/whats-new-in-xero-may-2024/

End of Trump Media’s Auditor Jolts Hundreds of Other Companies      

https://news.bloombergtax.com/financial-accounting/end-of-trump-medias-auditor-jolts-hundreds-of-other-companies

Trump Media hires new auditor after previous accounting firm charged with 'massive fraud'  

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/06/trump-media-hires-new-auditor-after-accounting-firm-charged-with-fraud.html

Digits Launches AI Bill Pay for Small Businesses            

https://www.pymnts.com/news/b2b-payments/2024/digits-launches-ai-bill-pay-for-small-businesses/

Countsy Debuts Platform to Streamline Back-Office Management

https://www.pymnts.com/back-office/2024/countsy-debuts-platform-to-streamline-back-office-management/

Why we’re calling 2024 ‘the year of the US bank feed’  

https://blog.xero.com/product-updates/year-of-the-us-bank-feed/

Let's Meet NASBA's Next President and CEO    

https://www.goingconcern.com/lets-meet-nasbas-next-president-and-ceo/

Digits Launches AI Bill Pay for Small Businesses            

https://www.pymnts.com/news/b2b-payments/2024/digits-launches-ai-bill-pay-for-small-businesses/

Digits AI Bill Pay -- The World's First AI Bill Pay, Built Specifically For Startups

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/digits-ai-bill-pay--the-worlds-first-ai-bill-pay-built-specifically-for-startups-302131944.html

Imagine the Chaos If the PCAOB Starts Naming and Shaming Audit Deficiency Clients

https://www.goingconcern.com/imagine-the-chaos-if-the-pcaob-starts-naming-and-shaming-audit-deficiency-clients/

'Nobody seems interested' in helping Giuliani with accounting in bankruptcy case, lawyers claim

https://thehill.com/video/%e2%80%98nobody-seems-interested%e2%80%99-in-helping-giuliani-with-accounting-in-bankruptcy-case-lawyers-claim/9675968/

Canopy Secures $35 Million in Funding to Enhance AI-Powered Practice Management for Accounting Firms 

https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/709723429/canopy-secures-35-million-in-funding-to-enhance-ai-powered-practice-management-for-accounting-firms

Trump Media Replaces Its Accounting Firm BF Borgers With Semple, Marchal & Cooper

https://www.fxleaders.com/news/2024/05/06/trump-media-replaces-its-accounting-firm-bf-borgers-with-semple-marchal-cooper/

Trump Org. accounting system was de...