Accountants After Hours
Business & Finance
About
This is the podcast for accountants who want honest conversations, real stories, zero fluff and a little bit of industry gossip.Hosted by two friends Natalie Lennon & Sarah Lawrance who know the industry, know the pressure, and know exactly why you sometimes fantasise about throwing your laptop into the ocean.We are oversharers who talk about the parts of practice life most people only admit over a wine: client chaos, money, tech meltdowns, leadership wins (and losses), boundaries, burnout and industry gossip.Think of it as a warm hug with friends in a space where it’s safe to laugh, ques...
Episodes
- Episode 7: Show Me the Money: Re-Engagements
In this episode of Accountants After Hours, hosts Natalie and Sarah discuss using annual re-engagements as a strategic reset. They emphasize a service-by-service pricing review to protect margins, secure recurring revenue, and highlight va…
- Episode 6: Tax Planning Made Simple
In this episode, hosts Natalie and Sarah discuss how accountants can elevate tax planning into a high-value advisory service, moving beyond basic compliance to demonstrate client value. They highlight Ignition's role in automating proposal…
- Episode 5: Accountants vs Bookkeepers
This episode of Accountants After Hours explores the dynamic between accountants and bookkeepers, detailing the key differences in their roles, common frustrations, and how improved communication and collaboration benefit clients. It also…
- Episode 4: Live from The Accounting and Business Expo
Recorded live at The Accounting and Business Expo, Nat and Sarah address critical issues facing accounting firms, including staffing, burnout, and capacity. They also engage in a debate about CPA vs. CA designations and explore the impact…
- Episode 3: Bonus Ep AI Already Changed… Again
This bonus episode of Accountants After Hours covers the rapid changes in AI, including the emergence of AI agents like Claude Cowork, the transition from AI suggestions to AI actions, and the influx of new AI applications. It also touches…
- Episode 2: Will AI Take Your Job?
This episode of Accountants After Hours explores the rapid evolution of AI since late 2022, discussing advancements like GPT-4 and Gemini, and the potential for AI agents by 2026. It covers the gap between AI capabilities and firm readines…
- Episode 1: The 2025 Wrap, the 2026 Energy
The first episode of Accountants After Hours introduces the podcast