Ask the Accountant Podcast

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Jun 2026

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The Ask the Accountant Network is a hub for podcast content tailored to the bookkeeping and accounting industry. Our journey began with a weekly live show hosted by Aaron Patrick & Johann Goree, on Mondays at 8:30 am, delivering the latest news and technology updates, and has since grown into a suite of diverse podcasts and video series with more hosts. These include; Cool Friends, Cool Locations, Grid Walk, Pitstop Podcasts, Cool Reviews, QuickBooks Labs, Get Sage Savvy, Just Ask Xero Experts & more!

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June 16, 2026Episode 325 min

NowPensions: Accountex London 2026 - Pitstop Podcast - Season 10 #3

Roshni Hainsworth from NOW: Pensions joins the Ask the Accountant Pitstop Podcast, live from Accountex London 2026. They discuss the gender pensions gap, diversity in the accounting profession, making the most of industry events, and how AI can help uncover insights while creating new opportunities for underrepresented groups.A thought-provoking conversation packed with practical insights for accountants, employers, and anyone interested in the future of work, pensions, and inclusion.🎙️ A big thank you to Mindspace Outsourcing for sponsoring this Pitstop Podcast episode.Mindspace provides reliable outsourcing services for accountants and bookkeepers, specialising in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. If you’re looking to scale your firm, improve efficiency, or free up more time for advisory work, be sure to check them out.🔗 Learn more: https://mindspaceoutsourcing.co.uk/#Accountex2026 #AskTheAccountant #PitstopPodcast #Pensions #GenderPensionGap #Accounting #DiversityAndInclusion #AIinAccounting #WomenInFinance #NowPensions

June 12, 2026Episode 223 min

HUSU: Accountex London 2026 - Pitstop Podcast - Season 10 #2

Dr Ffion Hargood and Dr Shamaas Mohamed join the Ask the Accountant Pitstop Podcast, live from Accountex London 2026. They discuss tackling burnout in the accounting profession, the importance of wellbeing, building supportive communities, attracting and retaining talent, and how firms can separate AI hype from genuine productivity gains.A thoughtful and engaging conversation packed with insights for accountants, bookkeepers, and firm leaders looking to create healthier, more sustainable workplaces.🎙️ A big thank you to Mindspace Outsourcing for sponsoring this Pitstop Podcast episode.Mindspace provides reliable outsourcing services for accountants and bookkeepers, specialising in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. If you’re looking to scale your firm, improve efficiency, or free up more time for advisory work, be sure to check them out.🔗 Learn more: https://mindspaceoutsourcing.co.uk/#accountex2026 #asktheaccountant #pitstoppodcast #accounting #bookkeeping #burnout #wellbeing #mentalhealth #aiinaccounting #accountingcommunity

June 10, 2026Episode 1881 hr 3 min

Ask the Accountant Weekly #188

Join Aaron and Johann, experienced accountants and entrepreneurs, weekly on Ask the Accountant, where they discuss various topics revolving around the accounting industry, sharing their knowledge, opinions, news and updates.Every Monday from 8:30 am.Want to find out more:https://linktr.ee/asktheaccountant#Accounting #Podcast #Bookkeeping

June 9, 202629 min

The Acquisition that changed UK Accounting Software? TaxCalc & Engager reflect one year on!

One year after the headline-making acquisition of Engager by TaxCalc, we catch up with Nick Moss and Johann Goree at Accountex 2026 to find out what has happened since the deal that got the accounting profession talking.In this special Accountant’s Pitstop episode, we discuss:✅ How the first 365 days have gone since the acquisition✅ Growth from 800 to 2,000+ firms using Engager✅ The impact of combining TaxCalc’s compliance expertise with Engager’s practice management platform✅ New integrations, including WorkHero document management✅ The launch of Engager’s new Sales Pipeline tool✅ Why customer support, training, and community remain central to the strategy✅ What accountants can expect from the next phase of TaxCalc & Engager’s roadmapPlus, hear why the team believes this acquisition has avoided the pitfalls often seen in software mergers and how they’re building towards a fully integrated end-to-end practice management ecosystem.🎙️ Recorded live at Accountex 2026.#taxcalc #engager #accountingsoftware #practicemanagement #accountants #bookkeeping #tax #accountancy

June 5, 2026Episode 125 min

Amy Hancock: Accountex London 2026 - Pitstop Podcast - Season 10 #1

Amy Hancock joins her Bean Counter to Boss co-host on the Ask the Accountant Pitstop Podcast, live from Accountex London 2026. They discuss the realities of running an accounting practice, networking at industry events, software integrations, audit specialisms, and how AI tools like Microsoft Copilot are changing the way accountants work.A relaxed and insightful conversation packed with practical takeaways for accountants, bookkeepers, and firm owners.Don't forget to check out all our other content such as our 'Cool Friends', 'Pitstop Podcasts' and more!https://linktr.ee/asktheaccountant#Accountex2026 #AskTheAccountant #BeanCounterToBoss #Accounting #Audit #AIinAccounting #Bookkeeping #MicrosoftCopilot✨ Want to turn long-form content into shorts? Try Opus clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=5f284b

June 3, 2026Episode 1871 hr 6 min

Ask the Accountant Weekly #187

June 2, 202630 min

Vendor Pitstops | Meet Allica Bank at Accountex London 2026!

Introducing Allica Bank – the award-winning bank built specifically for established SMEs 🚀Aaron sat down with Nida Sattar, Product Director at Allica Bank, to explore how they’re changing business banking.Allica Bank exists because established businesses have been underserved for too long by traditional banks — facing impersonal service, outdated systems, and poor value.So what makes Allica different?✔️ Relationship managers you actually know by name✔️ Smart banking tools designed to reduce admin✔️ Features that give business owners greater control✔️ Built to work alongside accountants through dedicated support and integrations✔️ A current account that rewards businesses for using itSince launching in 2020, Allica has already:💰 Lent over £3 billion to UK businesses💰 Raised £4 billion in depositsThis is business banking how it used to be… just better.👉 Find out more about Allica Bank here:https://www.allica.bank/accountantsWelcome to Vendor Pitstops – the mini-series where, during the gridwalk at events, we make quick pitstops at vendor stands for rapid-fire chats! 🚶‍♂️🏁We’re catching up with the people behind the brands, discovering who they are, what they do, and what they think of the event. It’s fast, fun, and full of insights from the buzzing heart of the show floor. Whether you’re at the event or watching from afar, get a taste of the action and meet the vendors making things happen.https://linktr.ee/asktheaccountant#Accounting #Podcast #BusinessBanking

May 27, 2026Episode 1861 hr 4 min

Ask the Accountant Weekly #186

May 22, 202628 min

Vendor Pitstops | Meet eppiqTimer at Accountex London 2026!

Introducing eppiqTimer – built for accountants using any Practice Management software (yes, even the old clunky ones 👀).✔️ Hands-free time tracking – no start/stop buttons✔️ Automatically switches between clients✔️ No integrations required – simple, fast setupThink about the hours lost tracking 6-minute intervals or recalling meeting times… now multiply that across your team. That’s revenue you’re missing.👉 Save time. Increase billables. Boost profitability.Book a demo: https://eppiqtimer.com/book-a-demo/Get started: https://app.eppiqtimer.comWelcome to Vendor Pitstops – the mini-series where, during the gridwalk at events, we make quick pitstops at vendor stands for rapid-fire chats! 🚶‍♂️🏁We’re catching up with the people behind the brands – discovering who they are, what they do, and what they think of the event. It’s fast, fun, and full of insights from the buzzing heart of the show floor. Whether you're at the event or watching from afar, get a taste of the action and meet the vendors making things happen.https://linktr.ee/asktheaccountant#Accounting #Podcast #Bookkeeping

May 20, 2026Episode 1851 hr 2 min