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Accounting Voices

Hosted by Rob Brown, Accounting Voices exists to interpret what these forces actually mean in practice for managing partners, firm owners and senior operators inside accounting firms. This is not news, education or a vendor showcase. The focus is sense-making, judgement and the unspoken tensions shaping the profession. Through in-depth panel conversations and solo interpretation, Accounting Voices helps accounting leaders think more clearly about the decisions in front of them and the trade-offs

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13:32

Is AI Changing Your Firm Or Just Speeding Things Up?

Accounting Voices ·

2026/04/06

AI is everywhere in accounting right now. Vendors claim transformation. Conferences promise disruption. Firms report adoption. But how much of this is real strategic change and how much is just efficiency improvement dressed up as transformation? In this episode, Rob Brown explores a critical leadership question: Where is AI genuinely reshaping accounting firm direction? This episode separates true structural change from surface-level productivity gains, helping firm leaders diagnose whether their

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12:05

AI Reality in Accounting: Let's Ask the Hard Questions

Accounting Voices ·

2026/03/30

In this episode, we explore what’s actually happening inside firms right now as artificial intelligence begins to change strategy, talent models, partnerships, operating structures, and decision-making at every level. While nearly 98% of accounting firms are already using AI in some form, only about 1 in 5 have a documented AI strategy. That gap is where the biggest risks and opportunities exist. This conversation kicks off a powerful leadership series built around five critical questions senior

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14:15

Choose Wisely - Revenue Today or Value for Tomorrow?

Accounting Voices ·

2026/03/24

There’s a deeper tension shaping the future of accounting firms and most leaders aren’t talking about it openly.In this episode of the Accounting Voices Podcast, Rob Brown dives into one of the most critical strategic questions facing firm leaders today:👉 Are you building short-term partner income… or long-term enterprise value?As AI, private equity, and industry consolidation reshape the profession, traditional partnership models are being challenged like never before. This episode explores the

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13:17

How Accounting Firm Ownership Models Are Changing

Accounting Voices ·

2026/03/17

There’s a deeper tension shaping the future of accounting firms and most leaders aren’t talking about it openly.In this episode of the Accounting Voices Podcast, Rob Brown dives into one of the most critical strategic questions facing firm leaders today:👉 Are you building short-term partner income… or long-term enterprise value?As AI, private equity, and industry consolidation reshape the profession, traditional partnership models are being challenged like never before. This episode explores the

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13:12

Soft Skills Dying? Leadership Under Pressure from AI

Accounting Voices ·

2026/03/10

This is Part 3 of the Leadership Under Pressure series on Accounting Voices.For more than a decade the accounting profession has repeated the same message. Advisory services represent the future.But AI and automation are now forcing a deeper questionIs advisory truly embedded in accounting firm operating models or is it still aspirational.In this episode Rob explores:1. Why advisory is not simply another service line2. The metrics contradiction facing accounting firms3. The identity shift required

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13:49

AI & the Disappearing Path to Accounting Partnership

Accounting Voices ·

2026/03/03

AI transforming accounting firms… or quietly breaking their leadership pipeline?In this first episode of a 5-part leadership series, Rob Brown explores a critical issue facing the profession:AI is not just improving productivity in accounting firms. It is stress-testing leadership models.If AI removes the grind, what replaces the apprenticeship? Drawing insights from conversations on the Inside Public Accounting podcast with Chelsea Summers, this episode goes beyond margin, leverage, and production

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09:58

What Accounting Leaders Are 100% Certain About in 2026

Accounting Voices ·

2026/02/24

In this episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown discusses key predictions for the accounting profession in 2026 based on insights from 48 industry leaders. The conversation covers themes of automation, revenue shifts from compliance to advisory, the integration of AI in accounting practices, talent sustainability, and the ongoing trend of consolidation within the industry. The episode emphasizes the need for firms to adapt to rapid changes and prepare for future challenges, particularly during busy

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09:46

The New Skills Accounting Leaders Must Master In 2026

Accounting Voices ·

2026/02/17

In this episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown discusses the evolving landscape of leadership in the accounting profession. He emphasizes that technical excellence is no longer sufficient for leaders, who must now embrace emotional literacy, adaptability, and strategic thinking to navigate the complexities of modern business. The conversation highlights the importance of trustworthiness, effective people management, and the need for leaders to develop AI skills to stay relevant in a rapidly

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10:13

The Strategic Mirror Facing Accounting Firms IN 2026

Accounting Voices ·

2026/02/10

In this episode of Accounting Voices, we continue our Reflections 2025 series with a different kind of question:What moment actually changed how leaders think about the accounting profession?Across 48 conversations, a clear pattern emerged.2025 became the year the profession was forced to look in the mirror — and many leaders didn’t like what they saw.This episode explores the assumptions that quietly collapsed:The idea that technical excellence alone is enough to surviveThe belief that only

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13:02

Accounting's Execution Failures on AI, Talent & Advisory

Accounting Voices ·

2026/02/03

In this episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown shares the most honest reflections yet from 48 industry leaders, partners, and practitioners. After asking one tough question, “What disappointed you in 2025?”, a clear pattern emerged.The problem wasn’t a lack of technology.It wasn’t AI.And it wasn’t ambition.It was execution.From shiny new tools layered onto broken processes, to decision paralysis, vendor overpromising, outdated partner models, and firms mistaking activity for progress, this episode

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12:57

48 Experts Share the Biggest Accounting Shifts of 2025

Accounting Voices ·

2026/01/27

In this powerful episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown reveals the findings from an ambitious project: interviewing 48 senior leaders across the accounting profession and asking them the same five questions about the year that changed everything.This episode focuses on Question 1: What defined 2025? And the answer is uncomfortable but critical: 2025 was not a year of progress. It was a year of separation.You’ll hear how:AI stopped being “innovation” and became baseline infrastructure.Private

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11:53

How Accounting’s 2026 Divide Affects You & Your Firm

Accounting Voices ·

2026/01/20

In this episode, Rob Brown discusses the evolving landscape of accounting firms, emphasizing the importance of understanding the type of firm one wants to become amidst rapid changes driven by technology and market dynamics. He highlights five key signals affecting leadership and firm relevance, including the discomfort surrounding AI, the challenges of the partnership model, and the pressures faced by mid-tier firms. Brown offers takeaways for current and aspiring leaders, focusing on the need for

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12:34

There Are Only 4 Paths for Accounting Firms in 2026

Accounting Voices ·

2026/01/13

In this episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown discusses the critical choices accounting firms must make as they navigate the evolving landscape of the profession. He emphasizes the importance of making intentional decisions regarding automation, client relationships, and specialization, highlighting the trade-offs that come with each choice. The conversation explores the four dominant strategic positions firms can adopt and the implications of these choices for their future success.You can watch

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12:42

How the Accounting Profession Is Splitting in 2026

Accounting Voices ·

2026/01/06

2026 is not a reset year for accounting firms.It is a sorting year.In this episode of Accounting Voices, Rob Brown explains why the accounting profession is splitting and why firms will be forced to choose a direction.Four fault lines are reshaping the profession:1. How firms adopt AI2. How client expectations are changing3. Whether the next generation wants ownership4. Which business models survive consolidationSome firms will gain clarity, margin and confidence. Others will stay busy and quietly

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12:57

If 2025 Felt Heavy, It’s Because It Mattered

Accounting Voices ·

2025/12/30

In this episode, Rob Brown reflects on the significant changes and challenges faced in the accounting and finance sectors over the past year. He discusses the impact of private equity, AI, and shifting workplace dynamics on professionals' mental health and job satisfaction. Rob emphasizes the importance of recognizing these changes, reassessing career paths, and building personal brands to ensure stability and relevance in the evolving job market. He encourages listeners to reflect on their

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14:59

When Change Is Announced Inside Your Accounting Firm

Accounting Voices ·

2025/12/23

In the final part of this mini series Rob Brown explains how professionals and leaders should act when firm change is officially announced. From mergers to ownership shifts this episode shows why coping with uncertainty is now a career defining skill.Key takeawaysChange tests behaviourClarity builds trustVisibility creates securityAdaptation wins careersYou can watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/YnwCVRqWdO0Come and join our Accounting Voices Collective on Linkedin to find out more about

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11:36

Signals Your Accounting career Is About To Shift

Accounting Voices ·

2025/12/16

Accounting firms send signals long before announcing mergers restructures leadership changes or new ownership. In this episode Rob Brown explains the early warning signs that professionals notice first and how to read them so you stay informed relevant and secure during uncertainty.KEY TAKEAWAYS Leaders change language before they change structure Partner behaviour reveals direction Hiring patterns predict strategy Tech spend is the earliest indicator Visibility protects your career during

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14:39

Why Accounting Firms & Careers Feel Unstable Right Now

Accounting Voices ·

2025/12/09

Accounting firms everywhere are changing. Private equity takeovers. Mergers. Leadership shifts. Advisory growth. Partner exits. New models. Staff feel unstable confused and worried. In this episode Rob Brown explains why firms feel unpredictable right now and what you can do to stay relevant visible and secure during this major transition.KEY TAKEAWAYS Firms are changing for real structural reasons Instability does not mean your career is at risk Visibility matters during uncertainty Relevance

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16:50

Dilemma - "Should I Stay or Leave Public Accounting?"

Accounting Voices ·

2025/12/02

Public accounting is intense and many professionals are questioning whether they should stay. In this episode Rob Brown breaks down the real reasons people want to leave public accounting and the key differences between the profession and the environment. You will learn how to assess burnout learning and the future of your career. This episode gives you a clear framework for deciding whether to stay in public accounting or move into industry or finance with confidence.KEY TAKEAWAYS Public

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11:25

Is a Career in Accounting Still Worth It These Days?

Accounting Voices ·

2025/11/25

In this pivotal episode Rob Brown explains the truth about the future of accounting.From AI disruption to collapsing entry level pathways to the rise of visibility and influence, this episode is a wake up call for accountants who want to stay relevant. Learn how to build fluency, clarity and credibility in a changing profession.Key Takeaways* Visibility is the new career advantage* AI replaces tasks not trust* Younger accountants want clarity not grind culture* Standing out is safer than blending

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