Accounting for Innovation

Bridge the gap between tradition and innovation in the accounting industry. On this podcast, Jody Padar and Matt Tait explore cutting-edge strategies and transformative technologies to help business leaders and accounting professionals navigate change and capitalize on opportunities in today's dynamic landscape.

Accounting for Innovation is a business podcast hosted by Jody Padar & Matt Tait, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jody Padar & Matt Tait hosts Accounting for Innovation, a business show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Can AI Become Your Business BFF?

  Jul 9, 202522 minS4

  <p>In this episode of the Accounting for Innovation podcast, Jody Padar and Matt Tait explore how AI can enhance personal leadership, firm management, and overall professional relevance. </p><p>The episode highlights Jody's AIX Movement and its mission to update and elevate accounting practices using AI-driven advisory tools. With real-life examples and practical tips, we learn how to use AI as a strategic partner for better decision-making, client relationships, and operational efficiency.</p><p>CHAPTERS:<br/>00:00 Welcome<br/>01:14 The AIX Movement<br/>04:34 AI for conversation Points<br/>06:43 AI as a Strategic Partner<br/>11:24 ChatGPT and Costa Rica and Family<b...

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  Episode #4

  AI Agents 101: What Accountants and Firm Owners Need to Know

  Jul 2, 202519 minS4

  <p>What if you could hire (and train) an AI agent like a real employee?</p><p>On this episode of Accounting for Innovation, Jody and Matt explore the transformative power of AI agents in accounting and finance. They break down what AI agents are, their current capabilities, and their potential impact on the industry. Learn about the distinction between ‘traditional’ automation and AI agents, and how these agents can enhance efficiency by automating tasks that were traditionally manual. </p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Welcome<br/>02:08 What Are AI Agents, Really?<br/>03:00 The Difference Between Agents and Automation<br/>07:16 Training Your...

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  Episode #3

  Transforming Tax with AI: Opportunities and Challenges for Firms and CPAs

  Jun 25, 202519 minS4

  <p>In this episode, Matt Tait and Jody Padar explore the transformative impact of AI on tax preparation and accounting. From the accelerated development of tax software using AI to the practical applications in pre-tax work and tax planning, Jody shares her extensive experience in building AI-driven tax solutions. Listen to this episode to hear the potential speed of AI adoption among small and medium-sized businesses, challenges from legacy vendors, and opportunities for innovative startups in the tax software space. <br/><br/>Sponsored by Syscloud ( TAG )<br/>https://www.syscloud.com/</p><p>This episode is brought to you by D...

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  Episode #2

  From Transactions to Transformation: How AI is Changing Bookkeeping and CAS

  Jun 18, 202520 minS4

  <p>Welcome to the Accounting for Innovation podcast. In this episode, Jody Padar and Matt Tait explore the revolutionary impact of AI on bookkeeping and Client Accounting Services (CAS). <br/><br/>Learn how AI tools are transforming transactional work, categorization, and reconciliation, reducing data entry and significantly scaling CAS without additional headcount. Listen to this discussion about the evolution of AI in accounting tech stacks, highlighting key tools like QuickBooks, Puzzle, and Ramp, and how these integrations enhance operations. Discover how AI is enabling accountants to become better advisors and shifting industry paradigms. Don't miss this insightful discussion that could c...

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  Episode #1

  Practice Management in the AI Era: A New Frontier in Accounting Efficiency

  Jun 11, 202522 minS4

  <p>Welcome to episode one of Season 4 of the Accounting for Innovation podcast, hosted by Matt Tait and Jody Padar. In this episode, the dynamic duo explores the impact of AI on practice management, specifically how AI tools are transforming firm operations from task management to billing, internal communications, and client follow-ups. In this episode, you'll hear:</p>Applications of AI for practice managementTransitioning from legacy practice management systems to AI-first solutionsThe efficiency of tools like Keeper, Carbon, and CanopyThe significance of AI-native vs. legacy toolsTaking timekeeping to the next level<p>Sponsored by SysCloud</p><p>https://www.syscloud...

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