Digi-Tools In Accrual World

Indi Tatla, Ryan Pearcy, John Toon
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The go-to place for all things cloud accounting and digital. Find out the latest in accounting app news and exclusive interviews with cloud pioneers in the accounting industry.

  1. 6D AGO

    Won't Someone Think of The Juniors?! || Accounting Tech News

    THE accounting tech news round-up! Still at full strength again this week’s episode - Sponsored by FreeAgent - the Digital Disruptors crew (Ryan, Indi & John) cover a packed episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World – and there’s no shortage of opinion. Headlines this week: - The Big Four slash graduate intake – has AI killed the accounting career ladder? - RSM US pledges $1 billion to agentic AI – bold move or headline fodder? - Karbon’s latest roadmap: task automation, upgraded portals, and smarter inboxes - FYI and BGL link up for automated cosec workflows - Joiin launches an Excel add-in and AI insights for finance teams - Socket drops a slick new leads module – CRMs beware - Visma eyes up a London IPO (yes, London – not New York) - Digits rolls out AI agents that are 8,500x faster than your average bookkeeper (literally) Expect rants. Expect heat. Expect the kind of fintech and accounting tech commentary you don’t get anywhere else. Whether you’re watching the big AI plays, checking in on SaaS product updates, or just here for the banter – it’s all in this week’s pod. 00:00 Coming up on this episode:? 00:47 Welcome to the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast Accounting Tech App news 06:23 Big four slash graduate jobs for AI 12:15 Karbon product roadmap 14:22 Visma picks London to IPO 17:01 Socket Leads module released in beta 19:03 FYI BGL integration 21:03 New Joiin features 23:09 RSM US to invest $1b in agentic AI 27:09 Digits adds AI agents 30:37 Liked the pod? Let us know!

    32 min

  2. JUL 7

    Xero's Time to Shine in The US? || Accounting Tech News

    We’ve got the band back together! After a run of solo gigs, Ryan, John and Indi reunite for a full-cast episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World – and just in time. This week - sponsored by iplicit - we’re riffing on Xero’s $2.5 billion acquisition of Melio, their biggest US push to date. But is this bold play a strategic masterstroke or just another vanity signing? Spoiler: The markets aren't convinced. From dashboard redesigns to Syft-powered analytics and Xero’s growing interest in verticals like healthcare, we break down everything you need to know about their evolving roadmap – and where it might be heading next. Also in this episode:  • iplicit partners with Cin7 to streamline stock-heavy businesses  • Sage releases a mammoth list of (mostly incremental) updates  • QuickBooks tries to catch up with new budgeting features and AI migration tools  • And we ask: when is it time for your clients to graduate to a PSA? Whether you’re following the latest Xero acquisition news, watching how fintech is reshaping accounting tech, or just here for the banter – this one’s worth tuning in for. This is your backstage pass to the best in fintech news and accounting tech commentary. We cover: • Xero acquires Melio for $2.5bn – what it means and why the market’s lukewarm • Why Xero’s Syft integration matters for analytics (and what UK users can expect) • Fresh UI, smarter dashboards: Xero’s facelift – a genuine revamp or just lip gloss? • iplicit and Cin7 join forces to supercharge wholesale and distribution • Sage’s latest product push: nice ideas, bland delivery • QuickBooks updates its balance sheet budgeting and plays catch-up on automation • Scoro’s take on when clients need to upgrade their systems and grow up Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up 01:21 Welcome to Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast! 05:38 App News 05:42 Xero to acquire Melio in $2.5 billion deal 11:17 Xero targets healthcare with new systems push 13:26 Xero Analytics gets smarter with Syft integration 15:59 Xero dashboard gets fresh redesign for better user experience 20:02 Xero highlights June apps on its App Store for new integrations 22:37 iplicit and Cin7 strike partnership to boost wholesale distribution automation 25:49 Sage Accounting introduces quick-approval quotes, GoCardless payments, budgeting tools and invoice improvements 29:28 QuickBooks Online rolls out updates to balance sheet reporting and budgeting 40:41 Scoro: How to know if your client needs a PSA 53:29 Thanks for tuning in – please leave a rating and subscribe to future shows! #Xero #XeroAcquisition #XeroAcquireMelio #AccountingTechNews #FintechNews #DigiToolsinAccrualWorld #AppNews

    55 min

  3. JUN 30

    The Latest in Accounting Tech: Employment Hero, Active Workpapers and... CCH iFirm?!

    This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World - sponsored by FYI - we’re diving deep into the latest fintech news, with a close-up on the tools and platforms redefining the tech stack for accountants. From HMRC compliance and accounting tech consolidation to next-gen workflows and AI-powered innovation, we unpack how firms are adapting - and what’s coming next. Whether you’re watching accounting tech news unfold or actively planning your firm’s next move, this episode has plenty to get your teeth into. We cover: • CCH iFirm’s new MTD for Income Tax solution - and why John Toon’s surprisingly impressed • Access launches “Evolve” - an ERP-style suite bundling Fathom, Lightyear and more • Employment Hero’s free payroll software for micro-businesses • Dext drops GPS mileage tracking, auto-descriptions and bulk approval tools • Mimo adds planned payment dates for smarter forecasting • Active Workpapers integrates with CloudCapcha to bring timesheet automation into its workpapers suite • Sleek raises $23m to expand its hybrid tech-accounting platform • HMRC loses £47m to fraudulent PAYE claims • UK government departments owe £1.65m in unpaid invoices - some dating back 18 years Plus – we’re joined by Harv from Scoro, digging into the shift from accountant to FinOps advisor, and how PSA platforms like Scoro are helping firms evolve their client service, pricing models and digital strategy. If you’re trying to keep pace with accounting tech innovation and want to stay ahead of changes in digital transformation - this one’s worth a listen. 00:00 Coming Up 01:02 Welcome to Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast 04:39 App News 04:58 CCH iFirm launches MTD for Income Tax solution 08:06 Access launches ‘Evolve’ to tackle mid-market system sprawl 11:35 Employment Hero offers free payroll 14:37 Dext adds GPS mileage tracking and auto-descriptions 18:21 Mimo introduces Planned Payment Dates for better forecasting 19:17 Active Workpapers integrates with Cloudcapcha for timesheet automation 22:28 Sleek raises $23m to expand digital accounting and compliance tools 24:42 HMRC loses £47m to fraudulent tax repayments 27:02 Government hits £17m in unpaid supplier invoices 30:31 Scoro: Becoming a FinOps Advisor 41:07 Enjoyed the pod? Drop us a like or a review to let us know :) #DigiToolsinAccrualWorld #AppNews #accountingtechnews #fintechnews #techstackforaccountants #accountingtechconsolidation #accountingtechinnovation

    42 min

  4. JUN 23

    Will AI Replace Accountants? It May Already Be Happening…

    AI for Accountants Is Getting Real – Are You Ready? This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we’re looking at what might be the most significant tech shift the accounting profession has ever faced. AI agents are no longer just theory. Sage, QuickBooks, Karbon and others are now rolling out tools that automate accounting and bookkeeping workflows - with everything from categorisation and reconciliation to forecasting and client emails. If you're trying to stay up to date with digital transformation in accounting, or want to learn about using AI in finance - this episode is for you! We cover:  • The beginning of the end for month-end  • AI agents that clean your books, chase debtors and forecast cashflow  • Sage Copilot and X3 updates  • Thomson Reuters launching AI tax review tools  • Karbon’s integrated tax workflows and pricing intelligence  • UK influencers facing FCA action over financial misinfo  • The Accounting Excellence Awards 2025 shortlist  • Scoro on why PSA tools matter more than ever for growing firms 0:00 Coming Up 01:17 Welcome to the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast 04:46 App News:   05:01 AI is bringing about the end of month-end 09:38 Sage unveils AI-powered task automation with agents 12:24 Intuit reveals AI agents coming to QuickBooks 18:08 Sage previews Copilot capabilities for X3 platform 19:34 Thomson Reuters launches Agentic AI for tax and accounting 21:16 Karbon launches end-to-end tax workflows, AI tools, and practice intelligence 27:22 UK influencers arrested in multi-million pound tax fraud case 29:10 Accounting Excellence Awards 2025 finalists announced 32:22 Scoro: The Role of PSA in Modernising Operations and Finance   43:56 Thanks for listening - remember to rate and subscribe to the podcast!

    45 min

  5. JUN 16

    But What Has AI *Actually* Done For Us? | AI Adoption & Accountant News This Week

    In this week’s Digi-Tools in Accrual World - sponsored by Xledger, we ask the big question: What has AI actually done for us?  ...Well so far anyway. How are accountants and bookkeepers actually using these tools to make their work and lives better? From smarter tax tools to automated audit prep, the answer might surprise you. Tune in for real-world examples of AI adoption in UK accountancy, plus the latest accountant news:  • How accounting firms are using AI (email triage, Excel coding, audit docs, tax memos)  • Countingup’s SmartTax AI trained on £10bn of data  • IRIS buys Instead – US-based AI tax prep platform  • Ravical raises €7.3m to challenge Silverfin with AI-native tooling  • Caseware acquires LeaseJava to boost lease accounting automation  • Airwallex lands £300m Series F for global expansion  • Builder.ai collapses after revelations it’s not really AI… We also introduce Scoro’s PSA platform (think.. operating system for your business)  and what it offers scaling firms trying to ditch disconnected spreadsheets. If you’re an accountant wondering how to approach AI adoption or curious what AI for accountants actually looks like, this one’s for you. 00:00 Coming Up… 01:03 Welcome to Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast App news 05:32 Real-life examples of AI in accountancy 14:07 Airwallex raises £300m to build global banking future 16:43 Caseware acquires LeaseJava to boost lease accounting 19:41 IRIS invests in AI-powered tax management platform Instead 23:15 Puzzle and Joiin team up for multi-entity consolidation 24:52 Ravical tipped to challenge Silverfin in practice tech 28:22 Ravical secures €7.3m to develop AI-native firm tooling 35:23 Countingup unveils Smart Tax AI assistant 37:36 Introducing Scoro 49:22 Outro #AIAdoption #AIAccountants #AccountantNews #AccountingTech #FintechNews #SmartTax #PracticeManagement #Scoro #Airwallex #IRIS #Caseware #BuilderAI #Ravical #DigiTools #AccrualWorld

    50 min

  6. JUN 9

    Show me the money! Sage vs Xero Results || PLUS Accounting Tech News

    In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we break down the biggest stories in accounting tech and fintech news. Sage posts a 16% profit increase, with 97% of revenue now recurring—what does this mean for cloud-based adoption in the UK? Meanwhile, Xero reports an impressive 23% revenue growth in FY25 and launches ‘Pay by Bank’ to streamline payments for SMEs. We also cover:  • Cloud adoption stats: 81% of UK firms now using cloud accounting  • The FRC shake-up for digital filing under the Economic Crime & Transparency Act  • New Xero App Store additions including Karbon  • Zoho Books earns ICB accreditation  • Adsum expands with Self Assessment data integration 📈 If you’re watching for insights on Sage FY25 results, Xero FY25 results, cloud accounting adoption, or UK fintech trends, this is one to watch. 👉 Subscribe for weekly updates on the latest in UK accounting and SaaS. 00:00 Coming Up 01:29 Hello and Welcome to Digi-Tools in Accrual World App News: 05:27 Sage reports FY25 profit jump amid global uncertainty 08:34 Xero FY25 delivers 23% revenue growth 12:07 Xero launches ‘Pay by Bank’ to expand payment options 17:12 New apps arrive in the Xero App Store – May roundup 18:23 Zoho Books earns ICB accreditation 21:39 OpenTax adds Self Assessment tracking 23:27 Major shake-up planned for digital accounts filing 26:20 Cloud accounting adoption in the UK – latest insights 33:27 Outro - Rate and Subscribe! #AccountingTechNews #FintechNews #SageFY25 #XeroFY25 #CloudAccounting #UKAccounting #DigitalTransformation #XeroPayByBank #MTD #Karbon #ZohoBooks #Accountex #HMRC

    34 min

  7. JUN 2

    Sage, QuickBooks, iplicit & TrueLayer Making Power Moves | AI, MTD & £10bn Payments || Accounting Tech & Fintech News

    This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we’re unpacking the biggest headlines in accounting tech news — from game-changing AI features to major payments milestones and strategic acquisitions shaking up the UK accounting software space.   🔍 Top stories: Sage Intacct launches powerful AI-driven period close tools for mid-market firms QuickBooks rolls out MTD ITSA tools powered by automation — are they the new frontrunner? TrueLayer processes £10bn in one month — open banking is now mainstream iplicit + GoCardless = in-app Direct Debit and smoother mid-market workflows Brieff expands its AI notetaker to in-person meetings Briefcase now extracts data from Word and Excel files — not just PDFs Allica Bank nearly doubles profit, hits £3bn lending milestone IRIS Elements now FRS 102 compliant Rippling vs Deel legal drama heats up amid a $450M raise FreeAgent, Capium, and Bright continue pushing forward with niche tools   Whether you’re advising SMEs, scaling an accountancy firm, or just keen to stay ahead in fintech and software, this episode brings everything together — with commentary, context, and a bit of clarity.   Chapters: 00:00 Coming Up 02:00 Intro & Man Flu Drama   03:18 App News ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 04:50 Brieff launches in-person AI notetaker 08:15 QuickBooks unveils AI-driven MTD tools 12:45 Sage Intacct adds AI-powered close tools 17:30 TrueLayer hits £10bn in monthly payments 21:00 Briefcase adds Word & Excel support 23:45 Allica Bank financial results 27:50 iplicit expands GoCardless integration 30:50 IRIS Elements now FRS 102 compliant 33:00 Wrap-up & what’s next

    24 min

  8. MAY 26

    The One After Accountex || Accounting Tech & Fintech News

    No break for us at Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we we’re back straight after Accountex to cover the biggest developments in accounting tech news and fintech innovation fresh off the back of Accountex 2025. Headlines: •TaxCalc acquires Engager in a bold play to power up its practice management suite. •Bright snaps up TimeKeeper to bolster its payroll game — targeting summer 2025 for full integration. •Capium 365 launches to support MTD ITSA, offering a simplified, client-facing bookkeeping tool. •FreeAgent drops multiple updates, including Find & Fix, Management Reporting, and AI-powered invoice capture via Jenesys. •Dwayne Jackson returns with a free CIS compliance app — smart move or Trojan horse? Or both? •QuickBooks introduces usage caps across plans — time to check your limits. •Rippling raises $450m, but the Deel lawsuit adds drama to their $16.8B valuation. •Xero launches Tap-to-Pay via Stripe — now your phone is your card reader.   We also recap our own Accountex circus antics, explore community feedback on our upcoming Digital Transformation Certification, and tease what’s next for accountants looking to modernise.   Perfect for accountants, CFOs, and tech-curious bookkeepers looking to stay ahead of the curve.   00:00 Coming Up 01:05 Intro   09:27 App News 09:31 TaxCalc acquires Engager to boost practice management offering 14:10 Bright acquires TimeKeeper to enhance payroll offering 15:50 Capium launches Capium 365 to tackle MTD complexity 18:28 FreeAgent and Powdr partner on financial modelling for startups 18:57 FreeAgent integrates with Jenesys for AI-powered insights 19:16 FreeAgent unveils new features and AI partnership at Accountex 2025 21:04 KashFlow founder launches CIS compliance app 25:07 QuickBooks introduces usage limits across plans 26:39 Rippling raises $450m at $16.8bn valuation 29:34 Xero launches Tap to Pay for UK businesses      32:23 Close

    33 min
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The go-to place for all things cloud accounting and digital. Find out the latest in accounting app news and exclusive interviews with cloud pioneers in the accounting industry.

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    Indi Tatla, Ryan Pearcy, John Toon
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    2021 - 2025
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