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Digi-Tools In Accrual World

Indi Tatla, Ryan Pearcy, John Toon

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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45:20

What Perplexity AI, Xero OS and GoCardless...

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2026/04/27

Indi Tatla is joined by Billie Mcloughlin and Kevin Fitzgerald for a busy episode covering AI's move into tax preparation, Xero's repositioning as an operating system, and a string of practical product updates across the accounting tech stack.Billie opens with a live demo she recorded that morning: Perplexity's new Computer tool, which fills out a US tax return end to end, including error-checking, by pulling documents and asking clarifying questions. It doesn't file, but it does everything up to

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36:39

Who's Liable When AI Gets the Numbers Wrong?

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2026/04/20

Ryan Pearcy, Heather Smith and Leigh Stallard return for Season 3 of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, covering the biggest stories in accounting tech this week. Xero has launched a new accounts production workflow in partnership with BGL, bringing year-end workpapers directly into the platform. Heather reports from Australia, where the feature has been live for some time, and flags a data access issue that UK firms need to know about before they rely on it. Xero has also announced a multi-year

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35:44

AI's Ticking "Double Subsidy" Timebomb

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2026/04/13

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Indi Tatla and John Toon welcome a brand new regular co-host to the show, Alastair Barlow. The team covers a wide range of #accounting tech news and #fintech news, starting with the latest update from Dext and their new Time Spent module. They discuss the value of heat maps for process optimisation and whether these data points provide enough context for firm owners to make meaningful changes.The conversation moves into the world of AI reporting with

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29:54

FreeAgent Automates CIS, and AI-Reporting Hits the...

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2026/04/06

Is your accounting tech stack becoming "Accountable" or just more confusing? From AI agents that hunt through your inbox to the battle over mid-market marketing, the latest episode of the #DigiToolsinAccrualWorld podcast is packed with the insights you need to navigate the noise. Here's what we’re breaking down this next week: The Main Stories FreeAgent’s Bank-Led CIS: We explore how FreeAgent is tackling the MTD for Income Tax headache by allowing CIS transactions directly from bank coding. As

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31:40

QuickBooks MTD Rug-pull and Sage/Barclays Partnership

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2026/03/30

Stay informed with the latest accounting tech news and fintech news in this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World - this episode sponsored by Advancetrack.Indi Tatla and John Toon are joined by Robbie from Forvis Mazars to discuss the rapid shift in the UK software landscape as MTD for ITSA approaches. The team breaks down the recent QuickBooks update for sole traders and the strategic move by Sage and Barclays to provide an integrated banking and accounting experience. We also look at the rise of

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36:01

Is your Frankenstack killing your productivity? The...

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2026/03/23

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Ryan Pearcy is joined by Eriona Bajrakurtaj and Kevin Fitzgerald to break down the most significant developments in accounting tech news and fintech news. The team explores how major platforms are moving beyond simple automation to embed artificial intelligence directly into the core of the accounting workflow.The conversation covers the recent Intuit Get Connected event, where the global platform announced a massive shift toward AI-driven compliance

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37:37

Will Accountants Really Be Replaced in Two Years? We...

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2026/03/16

This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Indi Tatla and John Toon are joined by new co-host Billie Mcloughlin for a packed episode of accounting tech news and fintech news covering some of the biggest raises, most practical product updates, and one very contentious claim from Microsoft's AI chief.The show kicks off with Allica Bank's $155 million Series D raise, which pushes the UK-focused business bank to a $1.2 billion valuation and into unicorn territory. The hosts unpack what the funding means

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37:04

Sage 50 Cloud Rumours and ERP AI Updates

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2026/03/09

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, John Toon, Ryan Pearcy, and Leigh Stallard navigate a wave of major enterprise resource planning (ERP) updates and fintech news. The team examines Intuit's shifting focus toward the enterprise market with its new Construction Edition and discusses whether this will successfully migrate long-term desktop users to the cloud. The conversation covers significant AI advancements from industry giants. Sage Intacct has introduced new AI agents designed to

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43:11

Is AI Really Killing the SaaS Business Model?

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2026/03/03

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World - sponsored by FreeAgent - Indi Tatla and Ryan Pearcy are joined by new co-host Heather Smith to discuss the latest developments in accounting tech news and fintech news. The team breaks down a massive wave of updates from Xero, including the long-awaited integration of AI-powered data extraction directly into the core platform, which aims to eliminate manual entry for receipts and invoices.The conversation also covers significant shifts in the wider

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7:54

Special Episode: Event Preview - Alternative Events

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2026/03/01

Are you heading to the Alternative Accountancy event in the next few days? In this quick-fire preview, we’ve gathered some of the best tips to help you navigate the schedule and have a great couple of days. Join John, Leigh, and Ryan as they discuss why this event has become a staple for the UK's top 200–300 firms. In this episode, we cover: The Strategic Edge: Why the "Chatham House Rules" environment makes this different from your average trade show. Navigating the Content: From the Samoan

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47:59

Why the First Wave of AI Accounting Tools is Crashing

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2026/02/23

This episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World features Ryan Pearcy and Indi Tatla alongside guest Lara Manton to discuss the latest shifts in accounting tech news and fintech news. The team examines the stability of AI-first platforms following reports that Genesis has encountered financial difficulties and Botkeeper has closed its doors.The conversation highlights a divide in the market: while some bookkeeping automation tools struggle, Field Guide has raised $75 million to target complex audit

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46:30

Accounting Tech News: Xero Updates, Dext AI, and...

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2026/02/16

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest accounting tech news and fintech news in this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast.Today, Indi Tatla, John Toon, and our new regular guest Eriona Bajrakurtaj discuss the strategic shifts happening across the major platforms. We explore how Xero is doubling down on everyday productivity with 55 new feature updates and its continued push into the US market via the Melio acquisition. We also examine the departure of Nick Williams from Intuit after

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34:45

Sage AI, QuickBooks Inventory & The Reality of AI ROI

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2026/02/09

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Indi and John react to the the latest accounting tech news shaping 2026. We break down Sage's impressive Q1 financial results and their aggressive move into "agentic" AI workflows with the new Sage Copilot for Operations. We also discuss the "feature-parity" battle as QuickBooks Online rolls out advanced inventory management to entice Desktop users to the cloud. Plus, we look at the sobering reality of AI ROI for CEOs and why high-quality data remains

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51:56

New Tools for MTD and Management Reporting

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2026/02/02

This episode is sponsored by Fathom - fathomhq.comIn this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast, Ryan Pearcy and John Toon dive into the latest shifts in the accounting technology landscape, following John’s return from his annual ski trip. The duo explores significant new software integrations and the evolving role of AI in professional workflows. Key topics covered include: Platform Integrations: The hosts discuss Fathom's new official integration with FreeAgent, enhancing

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32:09

From Automated COGS to Education Specialists: The...

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2026/01/26

In this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast, hosts Ryan Pearcy and Leigh Stallard dive into the latest in accounting and fintech news. They discuss the impact of new technologies on the industry, highlight key updates from companies like A2X, iplicit, and Crezco, and explore the strategic moves of Briefcase and FYI. The conversation also touches on the importance of automation and innovation in accounting practices. 00:00 - Welcome to Digi-Tools in Accrual World 6.03 - Sponsored by

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39:22

Xero Data Wars, FloQast AI, and Are Chatbots are...

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2026/01/19

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Ryan and Indi dive into the start of 2026 with a breakdown of the biggest accounting tech news and fintech news hitting the market.The conversation headlines with Xero’s major platform shift, moving to usage-based pricing and restricting API data for AI training. Is this a move for security or a strategy to build a "walled garden"? The hosts also explore the rising "slop" in accounting books caused by generalist AI chatbots, with new data from Dext

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39:41

The First "AI CFO", Intuit’s Suite Overhaul, and 2026...

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2026/01/12

Welcome back to Digi-Tools in Accrual World! We are kicking off 2026 with a packed episode of accounting tech news and fintech news to help you navigate the year ahead. Join John Toon, Ryan Pearcy, and Indi Tatla as they look at the latest launches, from the world's first "AI CFO" to major platform updates from the industry giants. Plus, the team breaks down bold predictions for the profession - is the manual month-end close dead? In this episode, we cover: Nume Launch: We analyse the release of

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39:46

2025 Year in Review: 2025's Biggest Accounting Tech &...

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2025/12/30

Join Indi, Ryan, John and Leigh for the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Year-End Special - sponsored by Advancetrack.In this episode, the team gathers in the studio to wrap up a massive year in accounting tech news. We break down the most controversial and exciting stories of 2025, from Xero and QuickBooks Online introducing strict usage caps to the explosion of fintech news surrounding AI agents and automated ledgers. We also cover major acquisitions, including the TaxCalc and Engager merger, and

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50:26

Developer Pushback, GoCardless Sold, Copilot...

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2025/12/22

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we break down a massive fortnight of news in the accounting tech ecosystem. From leadership changes at the top of the UK’s biggest platforms to the "unbundling" of SaaS pricing, we analyse the strategic moves that will define 2026.The Big Xero Shift: The team reacts to the continued fallout from Xero’s new API pricing model and the news that Alex von Schirmeister is stepping down to join Nomentia. We discuss whether Xero is moving away from

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23:47

Thomson Reuters' AI Audit, Xero JAX & The 2029...

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2025/12/15

This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, John Toon joins Indi from Las Vegas to unpack a massive week in accounting tech.We cover Thomson Reuters' major move to integrate their PPC methodology with AI audit partners like Trullion and Fieldguide. We also break down Xero's two biggest announcements: the "JAX" powered automated bank reconciliation that learns from your history, and a complete overhaul of the dashboard into a "financial command center". Plus, we discuss the confirmation of a "soft

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