Welcome to another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Universal Accounting Center President Roger Knecht. This episode features special guest John Hewitt, a leading strategist in building accounting firms from the ground up. Join us as he shares his wealth of knowledge in business development to guide you in transforming your accounting practice into a leading firm. Main Highlights: Understanding the Landscape: John provides expert insights into the current accounting...

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

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Imagine starting the business using your personal line of credit, having employees that make more than you and then one day it takes off.  The decisions made to offer unique services in a specific industry actually help you stand out and grow your business.  You may hear it often to focus on a niche, but does it really pay off, for Jody it did, and he’ll share how and why. Building a large accounting firm offering quality services that...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. In this episode Roger highlights the journey of Michael Haynes from corporate roles to supporting small and medium-sized businesses, focusing on effective go-to-market strategies and customer engagement for accounting firms. The discussion provides actionable insights for business owners in bookkeeping, accounting, and tax services, emphasizing the importance of understanding client needs and...

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

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 another path to become a very successful owner of a large accounting firm.  After struggling his first year in business he has now built a multi-office firm through various mergers and acquisitions.  Listen to Alan and Roger discuss the 4 non-negotiables to move forward with a possible new partner.  Hear what Alan says is the biggest challenge and...

This insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm delves into the journey and expertise of Jamie Van Cuyk, a hiring consultant dedicated to empowering women small business owners. With a robust background in leadership, Jamie transitioned from corporate operations to consulting, focusing on refining her hiring and leadership skills. The discussion centers around her mission to improve hiring processes, ensuring alignment with team dynamics and management styles, which she also...

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

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 specialty services.  Offering such services positions you as an expert and brings clients directly to you.  Consider Cost Segregation and what that may mean to the businesses in your area.  This is a service that can benefit more than you may think.  Listen and Roger explore this and open your mind to the possibilities.   Your Host: Roger...

Join Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, as he delves into the world of successful accounting firms with Tanya Fox, an accountant since 1998 and author of “How to Collaborate" on this exciting episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. This episode explores Tanya’s five-step framework for reigniting entrepreneurial passion and enhancing profitability through effective collaboration. Main Themes: Tanya’s Entrepreneurial Journey: Inspired by a love for cash...

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses collaboration with Tanya Fox  

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Martin’s story is a perfect illustration of accounting gone wrong watching his parents struggle with the family business.  On this personal note Martin is on a mission to empower accounting professionals to engage with their clients and make a difference.  Listen as Roger and Martin discuss both the “why’s” and “how’s” and see how it applies to you and what you do for your clients.   Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal...

In this enlightening episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm Roger Knecht interviews Gaynor Meilke, a seasoned business strategist and certified transformational coach. As the owner of Charisma Ink, Meilke shares her journey from corporate marketing to becoming a vital resource for growth in the tax and accounting sectors. Key Themes: Journey to Success: Gaynor Meilke discusses her professional path, highlighting her B2B marketing experience and her mission to support accounting...

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! We’ve all heard it before; the money is in the niches.  Target an industry and specialize in the services you offer.  But what does that mean and how to start.  Adrian and Roger discuss how to lead with your expertise and strength and then expand on everything else you do. This episode is full of tips and tricks so get ready for some note taking and action items.  This will help you move for concept and idea to strategy.  And yes, this...

In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger sits down with Rick Watson, who shares his transformative journey from humble beginnings to managing substantial assets. Rick dives into the challenges he faced, particularly the high attrition rates in the insurance industry, and emphasizes the critical factors for entrepreneurial success: hard work, branding, and referrals, as outlined in his book “A Firm Worth Building.” Key Highlights: Entrepreneurial...

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses taking your business to the moon with Rick Watson.  

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! In recent years accounting has evolved from rules, discipline and structure related to producing quality financial reports to so much more.  Now the accounting professional needs to become more entrepreneurial, what we refer to as becoming an Accountrepreneur. Today accounting services need to also provide clear value and actionable information to the business owner to help them make more educated business decisions.  So, who is driving this...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with host Roger Knecht. Today Roger delves into strategies for differentiation and market leadership tailored for bookkeeping, accounting, and tax business owners with marketing expert Daniel Den. Daniel shares transformative insights on how to thrive in the competitive landscape of 2024 and beyond. Key Discussion Points: X Factor Methodology: Daniel explains how his powerful approach has helped over 20,000...

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Of course, there is a joy and sense of accomplishment when in accounting everything balances and we are able to close out a month or perhaps even a year of books.  But there is something more that we need to do with our clients and the tasks within the accounting process may be holding us back as a profession.  Roger and David discuss both the why’s and how’s to become more efficient, therefore more profitable, so we can spend more time...

In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht and guest Scott Ritzheimer explore the journey to achieving predictable success and sustaining growth in accounting firms. The conversation delves into the pivotal role of leadership, employee satisfaction, and stakeholder contentment in driving organizational performance. Key Highlights: Scott’s Journey: Scott shares his transition from ministry training to the accounting world, recounting how he...

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses the 7 stages and challenges founders face with Scott Ritzheimer.  

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Getting out of the fog associated with running and accounting business is easier said than done.  There is value having a business coach help you work ON your accounting business.  Bookkeeping is an essential part of a successful business so let’s get excited within the profession to make a difference in business. Having clients is the first step to having a successful business, doing the work efficiently and effectively is the key to then...

In this episode, Universal Accounting President and host Roger Knecht sits down with Rebecca Howell to explore her transformative journey in the accounting industry. From a passion for math to a thriving 20-year career in bookkeeping, Rebecca’s story is one of growth, adaptation, and strategic transition that we in the industry can relate to and learn from. Key Highlights: Early Beginnings and Business Growth:  Rebecca’s love for numbers propelled her into bookkeeping, supporting...

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses Growing and selling a business with Rebecca Howell