Accounting High

Dec 10 2024 302 ep. 53 mins 6
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Accounting High is the premier practice management podcast for tax and accounting firm owners. Join us for conversations about running a modern accounting practice in the cloud. We are the next generation of accounting professionals questioning the state of the accounting profession.

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238 Getting Stuck at $1.2M and How I Got Out of the Way to Grow from Accountant to Entrepreneur Part 1 (feat. Scott Scarano, EA)

Dec 10 2024 36 mins  
Episode 238 FACULTY: Scott Scarano, EA and Matt Kid, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, one of Accounting High’s substitute teachers, Matt Kidd, CPA interviews Scott Scarano, EA, about his journey through accounting. Scott shared how his grandfather's CPA firm and the family software business shaped his early career, as well as the tough times he faced during college befor

237 Growing $3.5M in 10 Years on the Islands of Hawaii (feat. Dustin Verity, CPA)

Dec 03 2024 41 mins  
Episode 237 FACULTY: Dustin Verity, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Verity from Verity CPA, who joins us live from Hawaii. Dustin shares his experiences from founding Verity CPA in 2012, starting with small beginnings working out of a kitchen table to managing a multi-million dollar firm with 25 employees and three offices. The episode offers deep

236 New Firm Partnerships, No Egos, and Systems for Good Measure (feat. Joe Carufe and Ben Curtis, CPA)

Nov 26 2024 51 mins  
Episode 236 FACULTY: Joe Carufe and Ben Curtis, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty hosts Joe Carufe and Ben Curtis of Good Measure. They discuss their unique approach to building a new type of firm, embracing partnership without ego, and intentionally planning for sustainable growth. The conversation dives into the evolution from their past experiences to creating Goo

235 $70M Managing Partner is Authentic AF and Queen B of the AICPA (feat. Carla McCall, CPA)

Nov 19 2024 54 mins  
Episode 235 FACULTY: Carla McCall, CPA aka Queen B CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty interviews Carla McCall, CPA, managing partner of AAFCPAs and chair of the AICPA. Carla shares her innovative approach to the accounting profession, emphasizing a people-first culture that flips the traditional script of client and firm importance. She discusses the importance of technol

234 Tax Firm Adding Value with Financial Planning and CAS (feat. Matt Kidd, CPA)

Nov 12 2024 52 mins  
Episode 234 FACULTY: Matt Kidd, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this throwback to Sons of CPAs, Scotty chats it up with Matt about his two CPA brothers, diving into how they each built successful practices, inspired by their CPA father. They talk about managing and transitioning CPA firms, incorporating wealth management, modernizing traditional practices, tax season, and client relati

233 Get In Where You Fit In to Shoot Your Shot at CPAcon (feat. Kendale King, CPA)

Nov 09 2024 31 mins  
Episode 233 FACULTY: Kendale King, CPA CLASS: #AccountingHigh Join us as Scotty interviews Kendale King, CPA from Los Angeles, who shares his inspiring journey from childhood entrepreneurship with his brother to a successful career in Hollywood accounting. Kendale discusses his transition from auditing roles at Deloitte to working in entertainment consulting with major companies li

232 Xero in on Education in the Accounting Profession (feat. Becca Smith, MAAT)

Nov 02 2024 47 mins  
Episode 232 FACULTY: Becca Smith, MAAT In this episode, Scotty interviews Becca Smith, MAAT an Education Leader at Xero. Learn about the global nuances of accounting practices, Xero’s educational initiatives, and community events like Xerocon and Xero roadshows. Hear updates about Xero’s innovative payment solutions, their AI companion JAX, and the evolution of financial techno

231 $2M Fully Remote Partnership High on Technology (feat. Kyle Geers, CPA)

Oct 26 2024 37 mins  
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 challen

230 AI Guide to Be Your Best Accounting Self (feat. Ashley Francis, CPA)

Oct 20 2024 30 mins  
Episode 230 FACULTY: Ashley Francis, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, Scotty and Ashley Francis, CPA explore personal development strategies, including habit formation, overcoming people-pleasing, managing self-doubt and anxiety, especially in high-pressure situations like public speaking and even how ChatGPT could be your goto therapist. 📣 Shout Outs: Mike Sylvester, ChatG

229 Carving out a Niche for Trust Taxes (feat. Ashley Francis, CPA)

Oct 12 2024 32 mins  
Episode 229 FACULTY: Ashley Francis, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty and Ashley Francis, CPA discuss her journey in becoming a CPA, building her niche practice focused on high-net-worth individuals, and exploring educational opportunities. Ashley shares her passion for accounting, spurred by early childhood experiences, and her growth from working in large accounti