Top 8 Podcasts Accounting Leaders Should Listen to Today

Accounting is not a profession that one takes lightly. It is highly demanding of one's time and abilities. In fact, Careerbuilder.com explains that the average accountant puts in at least 40 hours per week, but there are many who are working 60 or even 80 hours in a given week. It is a lot of work for anyone to take on, and many who do this work might find themselves so busy that they struggle to keep up with the leading conversations going on in the world of accounting. If you want to stay informed of the latest developments in this world and not fall behind, then you need to know about the top podcasts for finance professionals.

Why Finance Podcasts Are a Good Use of Your Time

You might wonder why you should consider adding podcasts to your already overpacked schedule. However, there are many reasons why these audio resources can be a valuable addition. Podcasts offer a convenient way to stay updated on industry trends, learn from experts, and gain insights without sacrificing time from other activities.

In addition to the fact that you don't have to sacrifice your other activities for the sake of a podcast, you should also be aware of the fact that podcasts are great because:

• Hear from people you wouldn't hear from otherwise - There are people in podcasting that you might not otherwise have heard from. When you pop your earbuds in your ears, you can be transported into a world of new viewpoints.

• Keep up with the latest trends in the industry - There is no better feeling than knowing that you are on top of the latest developments in your field. With accounting, those developments come at a fast pace. Make sure you stay on top of it all.

• Enjoyable content - Listening to podcasts for finance professionals isn't just about personal growth. The reality is that podcasts are also enjoyable to consume. Don't think of it as eating your vegetables. Think of it as a little treat for yourself.

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These are just a few reasons why business professionals should incorporate finance podcasts into their lives. So, the next question is which specific shows should you be listening to right now?

The Best Accounting Podcasts for Finance Professionals

There are so many podcasts available that you might feel a little overwhelmed when you first set out to discover which ones are right for you. Fortunately, you are in the right place. We have narrowed down the list for you so that you can dive directly into the good stuff. See one that catches your eye? Click on it to go straight to the synopsis and listening link.

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1. CFO Weekly

   Hosted by our very own Megan Weis, VP & General Manager of FAO Services, the award-winning CFO Weekly delves into the topics that financial leaders need to build an efficient accounting team so they can focus on strategy and business growth. Winner of the Stevie® Gold in the "Best Business Podcast" category in the International Business Awards, CFO Weekly invites finance leaders to speak to Weis about what matters to them. As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing accounting technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency, the accounting profession, and move to a data-driven model, allowing you to tackle what matters.

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2. Best Accounting Practices With Steve Bragg

   A lot of CPA and author Steve Bragg's episodes are just 7 to 12 minutes long and cover exactly what the podcast's name suggests: accounting best practices. Don't let the length of the episodes or lack of a flashy name put you off, however: the show manages to make each segment information-dense without being boring or dry. Steve covers everything from detecting fraud to hiring new employees, industry-specific process definitions, accounting cloud stories, and even leadership strategy. There are nearly 300 episodes and a diverse range of topics, so if you have ten minutes to spare you can use it to learn something you didn't know before.

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3. CFO Thought Leader

   This podcast and its accompanying blog zero in on CFO specifics. Each episode highlights the professional and sometimes personal history of a CFO and gives them a platform to share the triumphs, failures and moments of growth that have informed the way they lead. A lesson that continues to surface across interviews? The idea that successful financial leadership requires an understanding of "what to stop doing". Financial leaders from all manner of industry join host Jack Sweeney for about an hour every week with their personal accounts and lessons learned, so this one's perfect for listening to on a long commute, while closing the books, or a quick flight.

4. The Accounting Apps by Heather Smith

   Have you ever stopped to think about the creators behind your favorite accounting apps? These individuals provide so much value to your daily life, but we often don't stop to give them the credit that they deserve. Put that to an end when you tune in to episodes of The Accounting Apps. Heather Smith will guide you on a journey of exploration of the creative genius that goes into the various accounting apps that you likely use in your daily life. You will discover that you have a renewed appreciation for the accounting apps that you already use, and you may even discover a new app or two that you can start using in your work life.

5. The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast

   All of us can use a little boost in the work that we do from time to time. Knowing that we are not alone and that others are facing the same challenges and hurdles to get over in their work is something that can keep us pushing forward.

   The Successful Bookkeeper is not just a place to share stories about the difficulties of the accounting world. Rather, it is meant to provide you with some motivation to keep pushing forward and doing your best work. It is designed to be a positive influence on your life that makes you want to keep striving for the best possible outcomes in all of the work that you do.

6. Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast

   Find useful tips for how to grow your accounting/bookkeeping operations. This podcast is useful for those who have decided to go out on their own and create their own accounting empire. It takes a lot of work to create a successful practice, and you might want to listen to some helpful tips and tricks for how to get it done right. The Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast is a great place to start getting the information that you require about the practical steps that you must take to make it happen.

7. The Big 4 Accounting Firms Podcast

   This show brings on people who work for one of the Big 4 accounting firms: KPMG, Deloitte, EY, and PwC. They share their success stories and give you new ideas about how you can work your way up the ladder to the heights that they have climbed to within those major firms. If you already work for one of the Big 4 firms or if you aspire to do so, this podcast is for you.

8. The Modern CPA Success Show

   The world of accounting continues to change all the time, and it is best to stay in tune with the latest developments. In particular, this show touches on the ways that one can use technology to create a modern and useful experience for their clients. In doing so, this show provides a pathway that one can follow to greater levels of success in their CPA practice and so much more.

These are just a few of the amazing podcasts about the world of accounting that finance professionals should be paying attention to. It may come as a surprise to you just how many options there are out there. Grab your headphones and your podcast player and check out these shows and any others that you may discover.

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