Building the Premier Accounting Firm

3 Ways To Attract High-Value Accounting Clients w/ Marie Torossian

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roger Knecht is joined by Marie Torossian, founder of The Profit Lab, to discuss strategies for accounting professionals to grow successful businesses...

This Week on BPAF : Marie Torossian

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses taking action with Marie Torossian.  

The Secret to Explaining Your Accounting Pricing w/ Laura Shepherd

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this edition of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht and Laura Shepherd, founder of Momentum BK, discuss pricing strategies for accou...

This Week on BPAF : Laura Shepherd

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses pricing with purpose with Laura Shepherd.  

Why Most Accountants Fail to Scale (And How to Fix It) w/ Lahari Neelapareddy

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting firm, host Roger Knecht discusses building a premier accounting firm with guest Lahari Neelapareddy...

This Week on BPAF : Lahari Neelapareddy

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses starting businesses with Lahari Neelapareddy  

Diversify for Profit: Get More Money Out of Your Business w/ Steve Selengut

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of the Building the Premier Accounting Firm podcast. Today Roger Knecht and Steve Selengut discuss the core differences bet...

This Week on BPAF : Steve Selengut

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses getting more money out of your business with Steve Selengut.  

Rewind : Payroll, a Profitable Service That Is Often Overlooked w/ Scott Nelson

22 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Let's do the math, identify the opportunity, and determine the how best to complement the accountin...

Take Control of Tax Season: The Tax Goddess' Gameplan w/ Shauna Wekherlien

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht welcomes Shauna Wekherlien, known as the Tax Goddess, a top 1% US tax strategist...

Rewind : Leveraging Our Passion In Business w/ Katie Swanson

15 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Each of us have experiences in our lives that give us a unique perspective that we can bring to bus...

Reduce Your Tax Bill by 50% Without Changing CPAs w/ Mark Myers

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. Today, host Roger Knecht welcomes Mark Myers, a former Marine and CEO of Tax Wise ...

Rewind : 5 Skills to Be Successful w/ Rob Brown

08 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! As accounting professionals, we each need to find the time to "sharpen the saw" to offer the qualit...

Master Tax Resolution and Give Clients Peace of Mind w/ Stephen Weisberg

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht and guest Stephen Weisberg discuss the expanding world of tax resolution se...

This Week on BPAF : Stephen Weisberg

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses tax resolution with Stephen Weisberg.  

Rewind : What Is A Business Really Worth? w/ Bharat Kanodia

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! As accounting professionals, we have opportunities to determine the value of our client's business ...

3 Steps to Cash Flow Control and Debt Freedom w/ Dr. Howard Polansky

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht and Dr. Howard Polansky discuss transforming financial perspectives from traditi...

Rewind : Not Finding Validation, Time To Do This On My Own! w/ Teena Chandler

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Hindsight being 20/20, from a young age the path to accounting was there but Teena took the long ro...

Why Most Growing Businesses Still Go Bankrupt - Ron Saharyan

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Building the Premier Accounting Firm podcast. Today Roger Knecht and Ron Saharyan discuss the critica...

This Week on BPAF : Ron Saharyan

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses Profit First and purpose first with Ron Saharyan.  

Rewind : From Mom to Enrolled Agent w/ Jenny Beynon

18 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! If you're going to take a class, why not go all the way? This is a great conversation that Jenny an...

Secure Your Future: Build a Business That Sells Itself w/ Nancy Mills

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare your business for a thriving future with expert insights into exit strategies and valuation on this episode of Building the Premier Accounting...

This Week on BPAF : Nancy Mills

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses many options owners have to exit their business with Nancy Mills.

Rewind : Soft Skills Matter In Your Business w/ Lara Squires

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Consider this, you need to tap into your inner hairdresser or bar tender.  What in the world could...

Build, Trust, & Connect: Essential Branding for Accounting Firms w/ Heidi Ryder

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Heidi Ryder, owner of Keepful, sits down with Roger Knecht to share strategies for marketing ...

This Week on BPAF : Heidi Ryder

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the client experiance with Heidi Ryder.

Get More Clients Using Your Google My Business Profile w/ James Donovan

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roger Knecht and Nine-Two Media founder James Donovan discuss powerful marketing strategies for accounting firms, from optimizing online visibility wi...

This Week on BPAF : James Donovan

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses attracting clients the easy way with James Donovan. 

Rewind : The Paranoia Starting The Business w/ Bob Wheeler

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Have you ever wondered if your clients would come back to you?  Do you ask yourself if they unders...

Humanizing the Numbers in Accounting w/ Paul Shrimpling

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht is joined by Paul Shrimpling of Remarkable Practice for a discussion about human...

Rewind : From Mother & Housewife to a Thriving Accounting Business w/ Ashley Schmitz

20 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! It is worth it! Ashley has some powerful words to share when building an accounting business.  Fir...

Top Tax Tips for Real Estate Accounting w/ Eric Gordon

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," host Roger Knecht interviews Eric Gordon, Vice President of Professional Services at B10 En...

This Week on BPAF : Eric Gordon

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses tax strategies with Eric Gordon.

Rewind : Earn That Trusted Spot Online As The Accounting Solution w/ Chris Siebeneck

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Managing your online presence can be overwhelming.  Listen as Chris and Roger discuss the terms we...

AI-Proof Your Accounting Career: Skills for the Future w/ Chris Miller

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Chris Miller, VP at NetGain Solutions, about the evolution and f...

This Week on BPAF : Chris Miller

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses pricing accounting services effectively with Mark Wickersham.

Rewind : From Accountant & CPA to Entrepreneur w/ Fred Hunzeker

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! After a career in accounting, as a controller and CFO, the time came to work with and help small bu...

Secrets for Small Businesses and Accountants: A Live Chat with Rick Haskell

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht sits down for a live discussion with Rick Haskell about his journey as an entrep...

This Week on BPAF : Rick Haskell

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses life with Rick Haskell.  

Rewind : Niching? How about Cannabis, CBD & Hemp? w/ Andrew Hunzicker

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! After a successful career as a CPA, controller and an exit from a business it was time for Andrew t...

Stop Giving Free Advice! Get Paid as an Advisor w/ Amanda Watts

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Amanda Watts, a business advisory strategist, about transitionin...

This Week on BPAF : Amanda Watts

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses productizing your advisory services with Amanda Watts.  

Rewind : A Healthy Relationship With Money w/ Greg Kesten

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! When offering accounting services do we understand the opportunity we have to become a member of th...

Ditch Overload: A CEO's Guide to Accountability & Sanity w/ Robert Hunt

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Roger Knecht interviews executive coach and author Robert Hunt about accountability, intent...

Rewind : Doing More With & For Your Clients w/ Laura Elkaslassy

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Perhaps you've heard the business mantra: "under promise and over deliver".  Maybe you've heard ag...

Defined Benefit Plans: Untapped Tax Savings for Firms w/ David Podell

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht interviews David Podell about defined benefit plans and tax strategies for busin...

Rewind : Leveraging Testimonials To Get More Clients! w/ 'TC' Teresa Clark

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! It's not just what our clients say that matters, it's so much more than kind words. In addition to ...

5 Common Bookkeeping Errors (and How to Fix Them) w/ Leeroy Beeby

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," host Roger Knecht interviews Leeroy Beeby, co-founder of Level, about his journey from acco...

This Week on BPAF : Leeroy Beeby

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger is joined by Leeroy Beeby to discuss his journey from accountant to business owner.  

Rewind : The Journey Into The Unknown as an Accounting Professional w/ Ken Boyd

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Everyone begins and later ends their journey as an accounting professional in a unique way.  Even ...

How to Stop Bottlenecks at Your Accounting Firm w/ Jen Hamilton

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

  In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Jen Hamilton sits down with Roger Knecht to discuss how accounting professionals can boo...

This Week on BPAF : Jen Hamilton

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses operations with Jen Hamilton.  

Rewind : Accounting Has & Is Evolving w/ Mark Lloydbottom

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! There is still, and will always be, an increasing need from business for the accounting professiona...

The Middle Class Mindset: Is It Hurting Your Firm? w/ David Neagle

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews David Neagle, a mindset expert, on how accounting professionals ...

This Week on BPAF : David Neagle

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses mindset with David Neagle.  

Rewind : Words Sell And Are Compelling w/ Chris Forsey

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Using the right words can make all the difference when marketing and selling your services effectiv...

Ahuva Gruen's 4 P's: Are You Missing This Profit Key?

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Ahuva Gruen, a seasoned fractional CFO, shares her journey from a young entrepreneur to a fin...

This Week on BPAF : Ahuva Gruen

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the 4 P's with Ahuva Gruen.  

Rewind : Providing Quality Services w/ Gabrielle Fontaine

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! For years Gabrielle has worked in accounting and perhaps has seen it all.  Therefore, it is no sur...

5 Must-Have CFO Services for Accounting Clients w/ Lera Kooper

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht on "Building the Premier Accounting Firm" as he interviews Lera Kooper, owner of a CPA business advisory firm, about her journey of ...

This Week on BPAF : Lera Kooper

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses transitioning from a compliance driven to strategic driven firm with Lera Kooper.

Rewind : Time is Fleeting, Work More Efficiently w/ Celso Pinto

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Running an accounting business can be overwhelming.  Managing time, identifying priorities, and de...

The 6 Buckets: Master Cash Flow Discussions with Business Owners w/ Mike Milan

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht interviews Mike Milan, a cash flow expert, on uncovering hidden cash flow and bu...

This Week on BPAF : Mike Milan

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses uncovering hidden cash flow with Mike Milan  

Rewind : Being Safe & Vulnerable w/ Robyn Mons

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Have you ever asked yourself the question, "am I enough" or "am I deserving"? These self-sabotaging...

Accounting Firm HR: Stop Pushing Paper, Prioritize People w/ Rhamy Alejeal

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht and Rhamy Alejeal, founder of People Processes, discuss the importance of H...

This Week on BPAF : Rhamy Alejeal

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses how to scale and grow with Rhamy Alejeal.  

Rewind : Bringing Passion To The Accounting Profession w/ Cindy Jorgensen

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Take the time to listen as Cindy and Roger discuss the opportunities individuals have as they build...

Values Over Profit? The Accounting Paradox w/ Ingrid Edstrom

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Ingrid Edstrom, Chief Empowerment Officer at Priestess of Profits, shares her journey into ac...

This Week on BPAF : Ingrid Edstrom

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses networking and conferences with Ingrid Edstrom  

Rewind : Embracing the Next Step w/ Adam Syvock

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Everyone starts somewhere as the begin to offer quality accounting services. Listen in as Adam and ...

3 Interview Hacks to Hire Accounting All-Stars w/ Mark Herschberg

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht welcomes Mark Herschberg, author of "The Career Toolkit," to discuss essential s...

This Week on BPAF : Mark Herschberg

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses hiring and negotiation with Mark Herschberg.  

Rewind : Simplifying the Accounting Model for the Entrepreneur w/ Femke Hogema

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Femke returns to discuss with Roger the power of numbers in business. Consider the benefits that co...

Get Paid What You're Worth through Nonprofit Accounting w/ Jeremy Van Groll

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Jeremy Van Groll about niching down into the nonprofit sector an...

This Week on BPAF : Jeremy Van Groll

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses culture with Jeremy Van Groll

Rewind : The Evolution Of Accounting Training w/ Ken Bostrom

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Listen to this discussion with Ken Bostrom as he shares his perspective of 30 years of teaching acc...

Are Podcasts the Future of Marketing for Accountants? w/ Christina Lenkowski

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Universal Accounting Center President Roger Knecht, podcast publicist Christina Lenkowski ex...

Rewind : Offering Quality Accounting Services With Confidence w/ Jennifer Capener

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Jennifer works with and advises many accounting professionals as they start and build their busines...

Fix Your Sleep Debt: Ultimate Guide for Business Owners w/ Dr. Bijoy John

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Dr. Bijoy John, a board-certified sleep specialist, joins Roger Knecht to discuss the vital c...

This Week on BPAF : Dr. Bijoy John

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses sleep with Bijoy John.  

Rewind : From Accountant to Hero w/ Rhett Gagon

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! What a great topic and value add to an accounting firm. Rhett joins Roger to discuss services that ...

Achieve Your Goals: Train Your Brain for Peak Performance w/ Robb Zbierski

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," host Roger Knecht and Robb Zbierski, professional speaker and coach with Freedom Personal D...

Rewind : Are you Wired for Success w/ Erin Moger

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Listen in as Roger and Erin discuss the psychology that can frustrate our efforts to be successful ...

5 Key Words to Find Accounting Success w/ Becky Kemp

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht welcomes motivational speaker and business coach Becky Kemp to explore the ...

This Week on BPAF : Becky Kemp

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the power of words with Becky Kemp.  

Rewind : Becoming a Business Coach

03 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Working with business owners often presents opportunities to educate and perhaps inspire.  But wha...

Tech Stack Secrets to Build a Profitable Accounting Firm w/ Randy Johnston

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Randy Johnston, a leading figure in accounting technology, about...

This Week on BPAF : Randy Johnston

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses technology with Randy Johnston  

Rewind : Relationship Selling With Confidence w/ Clay Neves

26 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2021! Selling accounting services can be a challenge, in fact frustrating, but it doesn't need to be that...

Tax Planning: Maximize Client Value, Expand Services w/ Kirstin Reeder

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Kirstin Reeder, founder and CEO of Purple Sapphire Business Solutions, shares her journey fro...

This Week on BPAF : Kirsten Reeder

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses tax planning with Kirsten Reeder  

Rewind : Becoming a Progressive Accountant w/ Twyla Verhelst

19 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As we work with our clients, do they see us as forward thinking?  Are the meetings with us inspiri...

Accidental CFO? How Charles Leikauf Escaped the Corporate World

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Charles Leikauf, known as the accidental fractional CFO, about t...

This Week on BPAF : Charles Leikauf

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses fractional CFO with Charles Leikauf.  

Rewind : Are We Really Helping Our Clients? w/ Geraldine Carter

12 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Roger and Geraldine each have a similar belief when it comes to working with accounting clients.  ...

Marketing vs. Sales: Where Accountants Go Wrong w/ Kenny Harper

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Kenny Harper of Growth Amplifiers joins Roger Knecht to discuss the nuances of marketing and ...

This Week on BPAF : Kenny Harper

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses marketing and sales with Kenny Harper 

Rewind : Life Changing Moments That Make Us Pivot w/ Veronica Sagastume

05 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! For some starting an accounting business is out of necessity.  Perhaps it is unexpected or even wa...

5 Steps to Financial Transparency in Your Business w/ Greg Kyte

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht sits down with guest Greg Kyte to explore the intricacies of fractional CFO...