Episode 19: January Tips and Deadlines 1099s W2s Year End Close and More
Your January accounting checklist
January comes with critical deadlines for small business owners. This episode covers 1099s, W2s, year end close, and sales tax filings so you can start the year on solid financial footing.
Episode 18: A Year in Review Surprises Lessons and Predictions
Closing one chapter and opening another
This episode reflects on the lessons, surprises, and growth that shaped 2025, along with honest predictions for what’s ahead. A thoughtful conversation about entrepreneurship, trust, and building something that lasts.
Episode 17: QuickBooks vs Xero A Showdown of Two Leading Small Business Accounting Softwares
Choosing the right system matters
QuickBooks Online and Xero both offer powerful tools, but they’re not one size fits all. This episode breaks down the pros, cons, and common pitfalls of each platform so you can choose the software that actually works for your business.
Episode 16: Our Monthly Close Routine A Behind the Scenes Example You Can Copy
What really happens behind the scenes
Ever wonder how clean financials actually get done? This episode walks through a real monthly close routine you can copy, helping you stay organized, avoid costly mistakes, and keep your business financially ready all year long.
Episode 15: Demystifying Your Financial Statements Cash Flow Statement
Where your money really goes
The cash flow statement shows how money moves in and out of your business. This episode breaks it down in simple terms so you can understand your liquidity, avoid common mistakes, and make smarter decisions with confidence.
Episode 14: Demystifying your Financial Statements - The Balance Sheet
See your business from a new perspective
The balance sheet shows what your business owns, owes, and truly earns. This episode breaks it down in simple terms, helping you understand how assets, liabilities, and equity tell the story of your financial health and how to use that insight to make stronger decisions.
Episode 13: The Growth Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship
The truth behind building a business
This episode takes you behind the scenes of entrepreneurship, the wins, the doubts, and the moments that make it all worth it. We share what it’s really like to grow a business from the ground up and how to stay grounded through every twist and turn.
Episode 12: Demystifying your Financial Statements - Profit and Loss (P&L)
See your numbers in a whole new way
Your Profit and Loss statement isn’t just a list of income and expenses, it’s the story of your business. This episode breaks down what your P&L really means, how to read it with confidence, and how to use it to guide smarter decisions for growth.
Episode 11: Seasons of Business and Life
The Seasons of Business and Life
Leah and I reflect on how the seasons of life mirror the seasons of entrepreneurship. We share the lessons summer taught us about slowing down, protecting our time, and creating balance between work and personal life. From weekend routines to new marketing ideas, this episode is all about finding flow and building habits that support growth through every season.
Episode 10: Your Relationship with Money as a Business Owner
Find Balance Between Profit and Growth
I talk with Leah about how our relationship with money shapes the way we grow our businesses. We share personal experiences, lessons from our own journeys, and practical ways to build profit sustainably without overspending or losing focus.
Episode 9: Five Essential Bookkeeping Tips Every Business Owner Should Know
Build Better Bookkeeping Habits
We share five essential tips to simplify bookkeeping, from setting a routine to reviewing financial reports. These practices help business owners stay organized, save time, and prepare for growth.
Episode 8: Reporting & Understanding your numbers
Turn Numbers Into Insights
We break down the balance sheet, profit and loss, and cash flow statement in simple terms every business owner can understand. This episode is all about spotting red flags, building financial literacy, and using your numbers to guide growth.
Episode 7: Naming, branding, and becoming official: A detailed look into how we started our firms
Build a Brand That Lasts
We share the personal stories behind choosing our firm names and the steps we took to make our businesses official. From branding beyond a logo to the legal setup every owner needs, this episode is packed with advice for anyone launching or rebranding.
Episode 6: Payroll & Taxes - What Every Small Business Owner Should Know
In this episode of The Accounting Edit we unpack payroll and taxes for small business owners, from payroll basics to sales tax and local tax compliance, plus tips for keeping cash flow steady.
Episode 5: Work Life Balance for Small Business Owners | CPA Exam Tips and Business Growth Strategies
In this episode of The Accounting Edit, we talk about work life balance, preparing for the CPA exam, and how organization and delegation help us grow our businesses without losing sight of what matters most.
Episode 4: Accounts Payable vs Receivable - Small Business Guide to Managing Cash Flow
In this episode of The Accounting Edit, we’re talking all things AP and AR. How to stay on top of what you owe, what you’re owed, and why that balance is key to financial clarity.
Episode 3: Bookkeeping Transaction Categorization & Account Reconciliations
Episode 3 kicks off our bookkeeping mini series with a deep dive into transaction categorization and account reconciliations. We break down why these two areas matter, how to avoid common mistakes, and ways to simplify your workflow using real examples and practical tips.
Episode 2: Defining Bookkeeping, Clean-Ups, Catch-Ups, & CFO Services
What does good financial support actually look like?
In this episode, we break down the real work behind bookkeeping, cleanup projects, and fractional CFO services—plus the tools, mindset, and structure that help small businesses thrive.
Episode 1: Meet the Hosts – Leah McCool & Aminder Mann, CPA
Two accountants. Two different paths. One honest conversation.
In our very first episode, we’re sharing how we each left the corporate world to start our own firms, what it’s really taken to get here, and why we believe there’s more than one way to build a fulfilling career in accounting. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re doing it “right,” this one’s for you.