My accounting heart is bursting with joy. At the 'Oscars' for the accounting industry, I'm grateful to have won in the category “Thought Leader of the Year”. Thank you to Cat Williams-Treloar for handing out the award, and Sharon McClafferty for a killer acceptance speech! I was unable to be there as I was [...]
Netgain is a company that builds accounting applications that integrate with ERP software like NetSuite. Their focus is on automating repetitive back office accounting tasks to save time for accountants. Some of the main applications they build include products for fixed assets, leasing, loans, and month-end close processes. Their applications are fully embedded within the [...]
In 2023 I switched from Telstra to Amaysim, and saved a heap of money. Here's my story. I purchased the Unlimited 180GB 1 year plan, for AU$179 which came with a bonus 20GB sign up data (it renews 30 July). Almost half way through the year and I’ve only used 22.58 GB, so I have [...]
The Festival of Accounting & Bookkeeping (FAB) 2024, taking place on 13-14 March at the NEC, Birmingham, is an exciting event for professionals in the field. It offers an opportunity to engage with industry experts through a variety of short, engaging talks, workshops, and networking areas. The festival promises a unique experience with a focus [...]
Here are some New Zealand podcasts accountants and bookkeepers might enjoy! The #WHATSNEXT Podcast: Hosted by Chartered Accountants Luke Kemeys & Phillip Smith. A valuable resource for impactful insights in business and life. Listen on Spotify. (over 300 episodes) Keep The Change: Also hosted by Chartered Accountants Luke Kemeys & Phillip Smith, focusing on enhancing [...]
Advisory Boards Shape Industry Conferences Quality Advisory Boards have an important role in shaping industry conferences. I've found myself in the position to influence many conferences, and sometimes this is through joining an Advisory Board or a Content Crew, or simply a one on one call with an organiser. The Role of Advisory Boards A [...]
10 & 11 Oct 2023 - Accounting & Finance Show Asia 2023 Organised by Terrapin In-person at Suntec Convention Centre, Singapore
Hello fellow ACCA members, As a candidate for ACCA's 2023 Global Council Elections I'd be honoured if you vote for Heather Smith. Here's why... Why Vote for Heather Smith? Experience: A fellow and member since 1995, I've run a management accounting practice since 2007. Advocacy: As Chair of ACCA’s Global Forum for SMEs, and [...]
As the panel moderator I’d like you to think of our panel as a relaxed, open conversation and that everyone's thoughts, experiences and insights are valid. I'll pose questions to spark a robust conversation, I'll subtly steer the dialogue to keep it engaging and on point. Focus on your fellow panellists; I'll incorporate audience questions [...]
This is a living place for me to keep notes about how I'm using ChatGPT ChatGPT sits open on my side screen all day and I interact with it multiple times a day, on various topics. It's like having an expert co-worker in the office who's knowledgeable and always ready to chat. Many [...]
