Building the Premier Accounting Firm

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...

This Week on BPAF : Greg Kyte

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses anxiety, failure, and fraud with Greg Kyte  

Rewind : Passion and Gratitude Does Pay Off When Building the Business w/ Natalia Zacharin

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! For some the idea of starting an accounting business is the furthest thing from their mind then lif...

End Burnout: Andrew O'Brien's Simple Steps for Accounting Firm Owners

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews Andrew O'Brien, the Mindblowing Coach, about stress and burnout ...

This Week on BPAF : Andrew O'Brien

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses mastering your stress with Andrew O'Brien.  

3 Ways Strong Client Relations Boost Accounting Profits w/ Nolan Bradbury

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Nolan Bradbury of Bradfield Accounting joins Roger Knecht to discuss the critical importance ...

This Week on BPAF : Nolan Bradbury

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses client relationships with Nolan Bradbury 

Rewind : Being a Disruptor as an Accounting Professional w/ Ryan Lazanis

22 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! The premise of building the premier accounting firm is based upon the unique services we each choos...

Smart Finance: Leveraging Fractional CFOs for Maximum Impact w/ Shena White

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Shena White, an award-winning contractor and wealth efficiency expert, shares her journey i...

This Week on BPAF : Shena White

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses better serving your clients through advisory services with Shena White  

Are Referrals Enough for Accounting Firms? w/ Apoorv Dwivedi

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht and guest expert Apoorv Dwivedi of Fixyr Marketing as they explore effective marketing strategies for accounting professionals on th...

This Week on BPAF : Apoorv Dwivedi

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses marketing and lead generation with Apoorv Dwivedi.  

Rewind : Seeing Abundance When Selling Your Accounting Services w/ Michelle Weinstein

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Michelle is an optimist, seeing opportunity and potential new clients everywhere. Selling accountin...

Get Lifelong Accounting Clients: Relationship-based Secrets w/ Ralph Estep Jr.

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht as he welcomes Ralph Estep Jr. to Building the Premier Accounting Firm. In this enlightening conversation, they explore relationship...

This Week on BPAF : Ralph Estep Jr.

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses building relationships with Ralph Estep Jr.  

Fractional CFO Secrets: Scale Your Accounting Firm w/ Sarah Webb

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," host Roger Knech interviews Sarah Webb, founder of Web CFO, about transitioning from corpor...

This Week on BPAF : Sarah Webb

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses leaving your current role and going out on your own with Sarah Webb

Rewind : We Need To Be More Bold As Accounting Professionals w/ Larry Weinstein

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! What is it that we can do, that we can declare that will make our services more compelling and mean...

Calling vs. Career: Are You Confusing the Two? w/ Scott Maderer

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Roger Knecht interviews Scott Maderer on aligning personal purpose with business goals. Dis...

Exit Strategy Secrets: Build an Accounting Firm That Sells w/ Len Bruskiewitz

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht welcomes Len Bruskiewitz, a seasoned business coach and certified exit plan...

This Week on BPAF : Len Bruskiewitz

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses business exits with Len Bruskiewitz.  

Rewind : The Formula to Price Accounting Services Confidently with Vanessa Ugatti

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Speak peer to peer with your potential clients to get paid what you are worth with a confidence. Li...

Remote Accounting Teams: Wendy Barlin's Tips for Scaling Without the Headache

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, business strategist Wendy Barland sits down with Roger Knecht and shares her journey from Sou...

This Week on BPAF : Wendy Barlin

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses people, processes, and profit with Wendy Barlin. 

5 Excel Mistakes Costing Accountants Time & Money w/ Jeff Lenning

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht and Microsoft MVP Jeff Lenning in this dynamic episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, where they delve into Excel mastery ...

This Week on BPAF : Jeff Lenning

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the power of excel with Jeff Lenning  

Rewind : Leveraging Technology to Improve Client Relations with Chris Farrell

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As we work with our accounting clients, we need to consider their experience with us.  It begins w...

Beyond Comfort Zones: Transformative Journeys in Leadership and Growth w/ Vamsi Polimetla

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, where Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, guides yo...

This Week on BPAF : Vamsi Polimetia

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses doing the impossible with Vamsi Polimetia.  

From Pars to Profits: Mastering SEO for Accounting Firms with Jeremy Estey

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht sits down with Jeremy Estey, a seasoned marketing expert specializing...

This Week on BPAF : Jeremy Estey

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses SEO and SEM with Jeremy Estey  

Rewind : The Accounting Profession Is Evolving with Charlie Price

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As we consider our role as accounting professionals and the relationships we have with our clients ...

Systematic Marketing Strategies for Telling Your Firm's Story w/ Katie Thomas

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Building the Accounting Firm, where we delve into the essential strategies for elevating your accounting bu...

This Week on BPAF : Katie Thomas

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses social media and AI with Katie Thomas.  

Growth through Alchemy: Chad Jenkins' Visionary Strategies for Transforming Your Firm

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with your host Roger Knecht. In this episode, Roger dives into how to gr...

This Week on BPAF : Chad Jenkins

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the art of collaboration with Chad Jenkins

Rewind : Building A Successful Virtual Accounting Business with Brandon Hall

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Listen to this real and honest discussion that Brandon and Roger have regarding starting a business...

From Balance Sheets to Branding: Karen Reyburn's Journey in Creative Marketing for Accountants

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Building the Premier Accounting Firm podcast. Join host Roger Knecht as he chats with Karen Reyburn about...

This Week on BPAF : Karen Reyburn

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Friday for a new episode where Roger discusses creative marketing with Karen Reyburn.  

From Cubicles to Virtual: Gina Cotner's Guide to Making the Most of Delegation

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Gina Cotner, CEO of Athena Executive Services. Gina shares her inspiring journey from the corpo...

This Week on BPAF : Gina Cotner

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses how to be a great partner with your executive assistant with Gina Cotner  

Rewind : Understand What Your Dream Accounting Firm Can Do for You with Tyler S. Clark

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As you work to start and build your successful accounting business there is a turnkey process you c...

Sharon Francisco's Journey to Entrepreneurial Empowerment

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht delves into the entrepreneurial journey of Sharon Francisco, who transiti...

This Week on BPAF : Sharon Francisco

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses pwomen empowerment with Sharon Francisco

Rewind : A Recovering Accountant with Jeff Borschowa

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! There is a lot more we can do as accounting professional to help business owners.  The fundamental...

Navigating Growth, Mergers, and Private Equity in Accounting w/ Gary Shamis

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," where we explore the dynamic landscape of strategic growth and private equity in ac...

This Week on BPAF : Gary Shamis

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses navigating growth, mergers, and private equity with Gary Shamis

Rewind : The Sweet Spot To Help Accountants Get More Clients And Generate More Profit with Donna Leyens

18 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! When running a successful accounting business, it's important to recognize there are two key roles,...

Edu-Marketing Mastery: Turning Knowledge into Profits w/Sarah Cordiner

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht sits down with Sarah Cordiner to delve into the art of transforming i...

This Week on BPAF : Sarah Cordiner

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses turning knowledge into profits with Sarah Cordiner  

Rewind : From Beautician, To Bookkeeper And Now Business Advisor w/ Lisa Campbell

11 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As a true entrepreneur Lisa found her passion in business drew her to the numbers, the language of ...

The Rollercoaster to Financial Fluency w/ Dr. Patience Jackson Rose

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Universal Accounting Center president Roger Knecht sits down with Dr. Patience J...

This Week on BPAF : Patience Rose

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses having a service-first accounting firm with Patience Rose.  

Rewind : Leveraging a Proven System with LinkedIn to Get New Accounting Clients with James Molfetas

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As accounting professionals, we prefer proven turnkey process and systems so when it comes to marke...

Exploring Roger Knecht's Legacy as President of Universal Accounting

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special edition of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm." Today, we are taking a unique turn by delving into the life and legacy of our ...

Rewind : Communicating with Your Clients Clearly and Effectively with Femke Hogema

28 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Of course, accounting is the language of business but does the client understand the numbers they a...

From Music to Business Mastery: How to Transfer Knowledge w/ Greg DeVore

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, as he delves into strategies for building successful accounting firms with insights from ...

This Week on BPAF : Greg Davore

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses tranferring info to employees effectively with Greg Davore.  

Rewind : Starting the Business on a Shoestring and Believing in Yourself w/ David Jenyns

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Starting a business is full of risk but with a "can-do" attitude you make things happen.  Whether ...

Leadership Alchemy: Jessper Maquindang's Guide to Transforming Accounting Firms with Culture and Connection

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," where we dive deep into the crucial practices that firm owners need t...

This Week on BPAF : Jessper Maquindang

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses building an effective leader with Jessper Maquindang.  

Rewind : Technology And How It Applies In Accounting w/ Clayton Oates

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Witnessing the evolution of accounting over the years has been very insightful.  Each change can b...

From Homeschooling to E-Commerce Success: Cyndi Thomason's Profit-First Journey

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," where we delve into the transformative power of specialization and self-sustaining ...

This Week on BPAF : Cyndi Thomason

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses Clokworking your business with Cyndi Thomason

Developing Your Blueprint for a Leading Accounting Firm w/ John Hewitt

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Universal Accounting Center President Roger Knecht. This episode features spec...

This Week on BPAF : John Hewitt

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses exponential growth with John Hewitt 

Rewind : The Riches are in the Niches to Build a Multi-Seven Figure Accounting Business with Jody Grunden

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Imagine starting the business using your personal line of credit, having employees that make more t...

Client Engagement and Go-to-Market Strategies w/ Michael Haynes

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. In this episode Roger highlights the journey of Michael...

This Week on BPAF : Michael Haynes

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses Client Engagement and Go-to-Market Strategies with Michael Haynes.  

Rewind : From One to Many, the M&A Approach to Growing an Accounting Business with Alan Long

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! At first Alan planned to become a Veterinarian but that quickly changed, and life took him on anoth...

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Jamie Van Cuyk's Guide to Mastering Hiring and Leadership

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm delves into the journey and expertise of Jamie Van Cuyk, a hiring consultant dedicated...

This Week on BPAF : Jamie Van Cuyk

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses recruiting and hiring with Jamie Van Cuyk

Rewind : Cost Segregation, a Unique Specialized Service for Accounting Firms with Robby Romero

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! In an effort to find ways to stand out within the accounting profession it's important to consider ...

Revitalize Your Business Passion: Tanya Fox's Five-Step Blueprint for Success

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, as he delves into the world of successful accounting firms with Tanya Fox, an accountant ...