The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast

The Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast
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The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast

Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, okay. I get it now." About the hosts: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

  1. 11/27/2024

    E38: Surviving Economic Downturns: Real Business Lessons from Australian Finance Leaders

    In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we dive into the challenges of navigating economic downturns and share insights from real-world experiences in business, finance, and leadership. From the COVID-19 pandemic to current economic uncertainties, we explore strategies that help businesses survive and thrive in tough times. 💡 Highlights from the episode: Stories from COVID-19: From remote work shifts to redundancy challenges. - Lessons in leadership during crises: Empathy, communication, and decision-making. - The role of finance in pivoting and optimizing during downturns. - Case studies: Sydney Zoo's resilience, supply chain adaptations, and waste management strategies. - Why building intangible assets (like brand equity) matters in tough times. - Setting effective short-term incentives without damaging long-term goals. Tune in for practical advice, lessons learned, and actionable strategies to navigate uncertain times and strengthen your business for the future! 🎧💡 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment if you find this episode valuable. Let us know what topics you'd like us to cover next! ------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, and champion of Aussie businesses, with expertise across finance and commercial disciplines.

    40 min

  2. 11/07/2024

    E37: Accountant's Take on U.S. Election Impact in Australia PLUS Top 5 GL Implementation Tips

    In this episode Kevin breaks down how the recent U.S. election results could impact Australian businesses. From potential trade tensions to currency fluctuations, we explore three key scenarios that could affect Australia’s economy, industries, and job market. Then, we dive into the world of GL/ ERP implementations. Just as a change in leadership requires a smooth handover, setting up a new GL system demands careful planning to succeed. Kevin shares his top five tips for a seamless ERP rollout, touching on essential topics like dedicating resources, adopting best practices, and setting up solid data controls. Whether you’re an accountant, finance leader, or business owner, this episode offers insights on navigating both international economic shifts and the nitty-gritty of effective ERP implementations. If you found value in this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share! _________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    17 min

  3. 10/31/2024

    E36: Setting Up Accounting for a Zoo: Challenges, Learnings & Systems Explained

    In this episode of the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast, we dive deep into Hubert's unique experience of helping establish Sydney Zoo from the ground up. From writing finance policies to implementing accounting systems and handling unique zoo-specific challenges, this episode covers the behind-the-scenes finance work that most never get to see. 💡 Highlights from the episode: How Hubert handled finance challenges in a brand-new zoo setting. Implementing finance systems, processes, and policies from scratch. The unique accounting aspects of managing animals and zoo operations. Tips on using Microsoft Dynamics and understanding dimensions in finance. Real insights on the best and most challenging aspects of finance roles in a tourism setting. Tune in for insights into finance operations, challenges, and unique learning experiences you won’t find in traditional corporate settings. If you found value in this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share! ______________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    25 min

  4. 10/22/2024

    E35: CFO Symposium Sydney Insights: AI, Automation, and Talent in Finance!

    Hubert is back! In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we wrap up our experience at the CFO Symposium in Sydney, where we discuss key takeaways for finance professionals, including the growing role of AI, automation, and talent management. We dive into the future of finance teams, risk management, and how CFOs can drive both value protection and value creation in businesses. 💡 Highlights from the episode: -The evolving role of AI and automation in finance teams. -How finance and technology are blending to create smarter business processes. -Key priorities for modern CFOs: Talent, data insights, risk management, and process transformation. -Personal insights from Hubert on balancing work and family life as a finance leader. -Practical steps for incorporating AI like Microsoft Copilot into finance workflows. Tune in to hear firsthand advice on how CFOs and finance teams can adapt to the changing landscape of finance! 🎧💡 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you found value in this episode! Let us know what you’d like us to discuss in future episodes! ______________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    28 min

  5. 10/03/2024

    E34: Budgeting vs. Forecasting: What Every Business Should Know

    In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we delve into the essential differences between budgeting and forecasting and how mastering both can drive success in your business. Whether you’re a business owner or finance professional, understanding these financial tools is key to ensuring growth and sustainability. Learn how budgeting and forecasting can give you a roadmap to your business’s financial future while staying agile in a changing market. 💡 Highlights from the episode: Understanding the key differences between budgeting and forecasting. How to build a robust budgeting and forecasting process. Case studies: How Qantas and Woolworths navigated financial challenges. Practical tips for implementing budgets and forecasts. The importance of a three-way forecast to manage cash flow and business performance. Tune in to hear practical advice on how to turn financial data into action and make smart, data-driven decisions for long-term growth! 🎧💡 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you found value in this episode! Let us know what you’d like to hear more about next! ______________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines.

    24 min

  6. 09/24/2024

    E33: Mastering the First 90 Days: Essential Financial Strategies for Your Business!

    In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we dive into the critical financial strategies you need in the first 90 days of running your business. Whether you're just starting out or have been in the game for a while, we break down the key steps to set yourself up for long-term success. From setting up your general ledger and cash flow forecasts to managing stakeholders and measuring key financial KPIs, we've got you covered! 💡 Highlights from the episode: -Essential financial setups in the first 30 days. -Strategies to optimize cash flow and manage expenses effectively. -How to identify high-revenue, high-margin products and services. -Building a solid financial foundation for scalability. -The role of financial modeling and forecasting in business growth. Tune in to learn how to transform potential risks into opportunities and make data-driven decisions for a thriving business! 🎧🔥 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you found value in this episode! Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover next! ______________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." The hosts are Chartered Accountants, and here is a little bit about them: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    18 min

  7. 09/17/2024

    E32: Finance Data & Reporting in the first 30 days: Turn Your Financial Data Into Business Gold! 💡

    It's Ash + Kevin again this week, and we wanted to talk through setting up your Finance data to report & make decisions from in the first 30-60 days. On this episode we discuss: - Introduction to Financial Data and Reporting: Join us as we discuss our journey as finance pros and the importance of turning financial data into business insights. - Data Migration Challenges: Ash shares his experience with migrating from Tableau to Power BI and the lessons learned during the process. - Structuring Financial Data: Learn how to structure your financial data to support downstream reporting and ensure your reports provide meaningful insights. - Industry-Specific Data Insights: We dive into how different industries, like recruitment and construction, can track revenue and costs to optimize performance. - Common Mistakes to Avoid: Discover worst practices, including irrelevant metrics, ineffective systems, and the dangers of “garbage in, garbage out.” - Leveraging AI for Data: Explore how AI can help you think through your data, streamline processes, and improve reporting. _______________________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, k. I get it now." About the hosts: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    30 min

  8. 09/02/2024

    E31: Top Accounting Mistakes New Businesses Make and How to Avoid Them, Apple CFO Lean Finance Team

    We're back after audit, year end, month end, budget, everything szn. It's Ash + Kevin this week, and we wanted to break down the critical steps to setting up a strong financial / accounting foundation for your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to revamp your existing finance function, there is something for everyone! In this episode, we discuss: - Why businesses fail and how poor accounting practices contribute - Does an accounting software matter? - Setting up your accounts and reporting structures for better insights - The critical role of cash flow management in your business's success - Simple yet effective controls and processes to keep your finances in check - The difference between accrual and cash accounting and why it matters - Apple CFO's departure and his lean finance team methodology Plus, we share the latest update on Hubert’s new baby girl and how the Pod is evolving (peak the name change!) 🎉 Whether you're an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or just looking to get your business finances in order, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you level up. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all our latest episodes! #AccountingTips #NewBusiness #Finance101 #BanjoPod #Entrepreneurship #businesssuccess _______________________________________________________________ Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, okay. I get it now." About the hosts: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

    32 min
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Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, okay. I get it now." About the hosts: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad, finance leader by day, side hustle builder by night!

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    The Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    49
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