Beyond Insights

In this episode, we talk to Byron Cowie, the Head of Finance at Elliptic, about the importance of securing your cryptocurrency transactions, how to ensure you are secure on the blockchain, and what Byron has learned in his time as the Head of Finance for one of the world's largest crypto verifiers. You can expect to learn: What blockchain is vs. cryptocurrency How to maintain security on the b...

Welcome to Beyond Insights, your go-to podcast for all things accounting, business, and technology! From cybersecurity and AI innovations to sustainability and work-life balance, we’ve got you covered.  We host insightful guests from different backgrounds, industries, and locations around the world. From this diversity of thought, we aim to find solutions to some of our most pressing business prob...

In this episode of Beyond Insights, we speak with Spencer Jones, Founder of Proact CFO, about the importance of proactive insights for businesses. We cover: - The importance of being proactive - Practical tips for proactivity - How fractional CFOs can help - Vital tools for businesses and accountants

In celebration of National Women's Day in South Africa, we chatted with Lornelle Jonas, founder of E'lique Advisory, about her journey to where she is today. If you want to learn more about the unique opportunities for women in accounting and how we can grasp these, then this is the episode for you.

In this episode of Beyond Insights, we speak with Radlin Wagner, a Practice Success Manager at Sage. We'll cover: The meaning of ethical leadership and why it’s important How to build trust in your organization as a leader  Starting with Why - as Simon Sinek famously said Setting the tone for an ethical organization And, importantly, the 3 Ps in ethical leadership: profit, people, and planet -...

In this episode of Beyond Insights, we speak with Andrew Seguin, Founder of Seguin Financial, about some valuable insights he's gained into small business finances and how to run a thriving bookkeeping practice. We cover: Andrew's approach to bookkeeping services Ethical considerations in bookkeeping How to find and retain great staff Ways to approach pricing And more!

In this episode of Beyond Insights, we chat about ways you can protect your business from fraudulent activity. We'll investigate: The importance of early detection Accounting irregularities to look out for Behavioral indicators of fraud Technological red flags And more! You can complete the fraud courses we mentioned here (for free): Fraud Deep Dive Fraud-Proof Your Financials And, here's...

In this episode of Beyond Insights, we chat with Grace Johnson, the owner of G2CFO, about her experience working in a virtual accounting firm. We explore: Building and maintaining client relationships virtually Setting goals for clients Engaging clients in their finances Building and strengthening a virtual team Instrumental technology and tools for a virtual practice Marketing and finding the rig...

In celebration of the 4th of July, our 11th episode is dedicated to all our listeners based in the United States of America. Jodilee speaks to Daniel Hall, a Syft Analytics Account Manager for the North American region, about his experience serving US-based customers and his knowledge of customer success, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and more.

In our tenth episode of Beyond Insights, we speak to Waldo Oosthuizen, CEO of The Beancounter, about his experience of expanding his South African accounting practice into new regions, working across different industries, and choosing the right software. In this podcast, we look at the story of The Beancounter, as well as topics such as: How to manage a personal touch in client relationships How t...

While countless articles and books are dedicated to work-life balance, and there's some kind of "hack" for just about everything these days, we are skeptical about the notion of true balance - especially for accountants. What does work-life balance really mean, is it achievable, and is it what you should be striving for in the first place? In this episode of Beyond Insights, we speak...

Want to learn the story behind Syft Analytics? In this episode of Beyond Insights, we speak to Syft's Co-Founder and CEO, Vangelis Kyriazis, about building Syft from the ground up. You'll learn: The biggest hurdles in the way of starting a business Key metrics for startups to focus on Where to start when it comes to hiring for a startup The importance of transparency as your business grows...

In this episode, we speak with Pamela Phillips about accounting for creative agencies. Pamela is the Founder and Managing Director of the award-winning agency-focused accountancy business de Jong Phillips. We cover: The benefits of niching and working with creative agencies, in particular The biggest financial challenges that creative industries face and how they can address or prevent these The b...

Do you work in the hospitality industry? Or do you serve clients in this industry? Then this is the episode for you 💪 In this episode of Beyond Insights, we dive into the world of hospitality with Chay Stockdale, Head of Advisory at Iridium Business Solutions. We dive into: The business models that work best for restaurants Common challenges in the hospitality industry Essential metrics to consid...

Join Syft's Engagement Manager, Alex Hoffman, and Customer Success Manager, Jamie Bezuidenhout, for an insightful discussion about the best practices for effectively training your team on new software. Whether you're looking to streamline your financial operations or enhance your business's efficiency, this podcast will provide valuable strategies to ensure a smooth transition. In this...

In many countries, there's a growing trend of people leaving the accounting profession, accompanied by fewer students ending the pipeline. This means that finding accounting talent—whether for an accounting firm or a business—is becoming much more challenging. This week, we are joined by Laurika Steenekamp, CA (SA), to discuss how recruiters can find and keep the best talent. You'll learn:...

In the era of online shopping, email, banking, and remote working, you can do almost anything online. This makes life supremely convenient and makes us vulnerable to a host of new crimes in cyberspace. This week, we spoke to Syft's Lead Engineer (Production), Gareth MacBeth, about the importance of cybersecurity and what we can do to keep our organizations secure. What you'll learn: Top ti...

What do hospitality and financial technology have in common? What customer skills can you learn from one or the other? This week, we speak to Customer Success Manager Jamie Bezuidenhout about his key takeaways from working with customers across various industries and how he has learned to keep customers engaged. What you'll learn: How to keep clients happy The power of personal relationships a...

Discover the dynamic fusion of accounting and tech in our latest episode! Join hosts Jodilee Manuel and Alex Hoffman as they share insider tips and personal insights from their roles at the award-winning financial software company Syft Analytics. Whether you're a finance pro, tech enthusiast, or professional looking to learn more about transferable skills, this episode is for you. What you&#39...