Show Notes
In this episode of Under the Hood, Accountants Daily graduate journalist Carlos Tse is joined by Natalie Lennon, founder of Two Sides Accounting, to discuss her experiences running her accounting business since she was last on the show in 2025, how AI applies to accounting, the 2026 federal budget, and how small accounting firms can stay competitive and resilient in the next 12 months. Tune in to hear more about: How to approach fee increases in light of looming AML/CTF and Payday Super changes. How small accounting firms can use AI in their business. The wins and losses for accountants and small firms in the 2026 federal budget. The impacts of the budget's instant asset write-off and loss carry-back changes on accountants and small businesses. How small accounting firms can succeed over the next 12 months.
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