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The accounting profession is in a state of flux. With a shocking number leaving the industry and fewer students opting to major in Accounting, it's clear that change is needed — and fast. Hosted by FloQast co-founder and CEO Mike Whitmire, inactive CPA, Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets explores the modern accounting landscape to identify how to uplift the profession, ways in which leaders can evolve operations to empower employees, and highlights individuals making material impacts in finance and accounting.
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In this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, hosts Mike Whitmire and Stefan van Duyvendijk, alongside guest Craig Clay, President at Donnelley Financial Systems (DFIN), delve into the intricate world of IPOs. With the market landscape poised for change in 2024, the discussion centers on understanding market dynamics to capitalize on potential public offerings, including insights on the evolving SPAC market.Tune in as Craig offers invaluable insights into the current market trends sha...
On the latest episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, FloQast CEO Mike Whitmire is joined by CFO Razzak Jallow to discuss the ins and outs of FloQast’s Series E round of funding. Take an inside look at all the work that goes on behind the scenes, from investor relations to negotiating term sheets, Mike and Razzak candidly discuss the fundraising process, providing valuable insights for accountants and entrepreneurs alike.Key Takeaways:Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Razzak provides a first-...
On the latest episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, host Mike Whitmire, CPA, co-founder, and CEO of FloQast, sits down with Ashley Griesshammer, VP Controller at Lovevery, a rapidly growing Boise-based e-commerce company. Join us as Ashley shares her journey of automating and simplifying Lovevery's audit process, ensuring a smooth and pain-free busy season.As a seasoned finance professional — and the 2023 FloQast Controller of the Year — Ashley delves into the intricacies of overseein...
Join host Mike Whitmire and guest Stefan van Duyvendijk in the concluding episode on the Controller's Guidebook research series. Part Two delves into critical aspects shaping the accounting landscape, including burnout, talent shortage, salary challenges, and the transformative role of technology. Explore why accountants should embrace a more strategic role, unlocking valuable insights for business success and creating more fulfillment in their careers. Get real-world insights on leadership e...
In this episode of 'Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets,' host Mike Whitmire and FloQast's Accounting Operations Evangelist Stefan van Duyvendijk take a deep dive into the findings of FloQast's research series into the state of the accounting industry, Controller's Guidebook. Part One unveils critical insights into the current state of the accounting profession, exploring topics such as talent retention, technology trends, burnout, and more. Gain practical perspectives on industry dynamics, set...
In the concluding episode of 'Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets,' host Mike Whimtire and special guest Stefan van Duyvendijk, FloQast's Accounting Operations evangelist, provide thoughtful insights into anticipated shifts in the accounting landscape for 2024. In this second part, the discussion focuses on the significant impacts of ESG on accounting practices, the role of generative AI in financial operations, and the critical importance of security measures. Join Mike and Stefan as they navi...
In the latest episode of "Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets," host Mike Whimtire is joined by special guest Stefan van Duyvendijk, the Accounting Operations evangelist from FloQast, for an insightful discussion on the upcoming trends and predictions shaping the accounting landscape in 2024. In this first part of a two-part series, Mike and Stefan delve into crucial topics such as employee retention strategies, the evolving dynamics of accountant compensation, the impact of automation on tradi...
In this second part of our series taking a look back at 10 years of FloQast, co-founders Mike Whitmire and Chris Sluty continue their discussion, sharing the invaluable lessons they've gathered from a decade of leading the company.Gain unfiltered insights into accounting, entrepreneurship, and leadership as they openly reflect on their experiences. From navigating financial intricacies to the ups and downs of tech company management, this episode offers practical wisdom and insights into what...
In the first episode of our two-part series, FloQast co-founders Mike Whitmire and Chris Sluty discuss the origins of FloQast, from meeting as undergrads to teaming up with CTO Cullen Zandstra, and more.Listen in as Mike and Chris share the story of how they first crossed paths while majoring in accounting, their separate paths after graduation, and the fateful reunion that took place in Los Angeles. They'll take you through the early days of FloQast's inception, discussing the challenges and...
In this episode of "Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets," host FloQast Co-founder and CEO Mike Whitmire chats with FloQast's first business development representative and current Managing Director, EMEA, Adam Zoucha, Managing Director about his incredible journey from audit at Deloitte to becoming a successful account executive, sales manager, and now, a key figure in FloQast's European expansion.Listen in as Mike and Adam reminisce about FloQast's early days, operating out of the cramped FloQa...
On this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, host Mike Whitmire, Co-founder and CEO of FloQast, chats with FloQast super user Jonathan Hardy, Director of Accounting Initiatives at LeadVenture, about his career and how embracing technology got him to where he is today. Listen in as Jonathan shares his career journey, highlighting his transition from a focus on day-to-day accounting to the strategic realm of operations.Gain valuable insights as Jonathan reflects on the challenges ...
In this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, we delve into the journeys of George Azih, founder and CEO of LeaseQuery, and Mike Whitmire: Two tech leaders who started up directly after leaving life as staff accountants. Join us as we uncover the individual pivotal moments that led them to venture into the world of technology and how their firsthand experience in the accounting field shaped their innovative solutions. Discover the valuable lessons they've learned along the way an...
With 30+ years of experience in senior accounting and finance roles, OnSolve CFO Bruce Duner has seen a lot of change in his time. But despite a wealth of experience, he's not one to revert to an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it," mindset. With an industry-wide talent criss and mounting pressure on the office of the CFO to provide more value than ever before, Bruce is constantly thinking of ways to support his teams, while keeping an eye on how his team can do more. On this episode of Blood, ...
On the latest episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, guest host Stefan van Duyvendijk chats with Rohit Lalwani, CPA, Controller at marketing tech company Bluecore about his journey to controllership, stepping out of his comfort zone when transitioning from audit to industry, his outlook on the accounting profession in 2023 (and beyond), and his approach to empowering his team ensure they're fully engaged and not at risk of burnout.
In this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, Mike chats with FloQast’s reigning Controller of the Year, Ashley Griesshammer of e-commerce brand Lovevery about her path from Finance to Accounting, Lovevery’s path to automating as much as possible (and how important automation is for accounting teams in 2023 and beyond), and whether the title “Controller” adequately reflects all the work Controllers really have on their plates.
Shivang Patel was on track to make audit partner when a client poached him to join his team at a rapidly-growing, soon-to-IPO tech company. After learning the books, Shivang was thriving in his role as Accounting Manager, fully overseeing the Month-End Close, when a chance meeting to discuss a software solution designed to streamline the Close change his professional trajectory forever.Nearing his seventh-anniversary at FloQast, learn how Shivang transitioned from audit to accounting, and fro...
In times of economic uncertainty, accounting teams need to be nimble enough to pivot should the time com, while consistently delivering accurate financial figures to impact the direction of the business — both in the short and long term. On this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, guest host Stefan van Duyvendijk, a former controller, and FloQast CFO Razzak Jallow discuss what accounting teams should be doing during times of economic uncertainty and recession, based on first-ha...
When meetings and billable hours start eating into your sleep schedule and overall wellness on, say, the week of your wedding, something's got to give. And, with fewer students taking an interest in accounting, the time for change was yesterday. Join FloQast CEO Mike Whitmire and Katie Thomas, CPA, founder and owner of Leaders Online LLC – both Ernst & Young veterans – as they sketch out a better, kinder future for the field (universities, take note), and share bright and dark spots from ...
On this episode of Blood, Sweat & Balance Sheets, Mike is joined by Zane Navratil, world #1 Pickleball player and former Deloitte auditor. Zane talks about picking up pickleball while working in audit, helping grow the sport, and balancing his career as an athlete with his business and acting as an ambassador for the world's fastest growing sport.
Being a CFO in 2022 is probably a lot different than it was just a few years ago. The demands are greater and deadlines are tighter, resulting in added pressure throughout the office of the CFO. In this conversation, FloQast CFO Razzak Jallow, Co-founder and CEO Mike Whitmire, and Accounting Operations Evangelist Stefan van Duyvendijk discuss the evolution of accounting leadership over the last several years, how to effectively structure an efficient accounting organization (within a rapidly ...
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