Martin Bissett of the Accounting Influencers Podcast discusses recent purchase of AccountantsWorld by IRIS Software and what it means for accountancy - Accounting Influencers Podcast

Episode 12

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18th Jan 2022

IRIS Software's Play for Global Domination in Accounting

Episode 12. In today's news episode, we discuss "IRIS Software's Play for Global Domination in Accounting."

From the accountingTODAY site (link below)

IRIS Software, a U.K.-based provider of accounting software, has acquired AccountantsWorld, a longtime provider of accounting and payroll software and cloud-based services to accountants, based in Hauppauge, New York. The deal is part of IRIS’s goal of expanding its foothold in North America. Its brands include IRIS Star Practice Management, IRIS FMP, IRIS Innervision, Practice Engine, Doc.It (which it acquired in July 2021), PSI Payroll, Senta and Conarc.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

✓ what is behind the purchase of AccountantsWorld by IRIS Software and why it matters in North America

✓ how IRIS already have a significant UK presence and customer base with UK accounting firms as well as in HR and education

✓ the many significant brands and products currently serving accountants under the IRIS Software banner

✓ how IRIS Software are quickly becoming a major player and influencer in the accounting and fintech world

✓ why AccountantsWorld is a good fit for IRIS Software in the cloud accounting space

✓ the key takeaways of this purchase for accounting influencers and practitioners internationally

The original article in accountingTODAY is here:

https://www.accountingtoday.com/news/iris-software-acquires-accountantsworld

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Accounting Influencers Podcast
Host Rob Brown shows accounting professionals and leaders how to be more influential, grow their personal brand and be more authoritative, relevant and high profile in their roles..
The Accounting Influencers Podcast, hosted by Rob Brown, is a must-listen for accounting professionals looking to strengthen their leadership presence, stay informed on disruptive forces in accounting and build credibility within their firms. Geared toward firm leaders, managers, partners and influencers, the show covers key topics like career development, influence, personal branding and interpreting the evolving trends impacting the accounting world. Rob brings his expertise to each episode, offering insights and guidance on how to grow your personal brand and stay strategically important in a rapidly changing profession. Whether you're aiming to influence within your firm or expand your reputation outside of it, this international podcast offers practical advice and forward-thinking insights that will keep you informed and prepared for the future.
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Rob Brown hosts the multiple accounting podcast and chair conferences, panels and events globally for the accounting and fintech profession. He is co-founder of Accounting Influencers Roundtable (AIR) which helps vendors, experts and influencers serve the accounting and finance world. He is a dynamic speaker and accomplished expert on trust, reputation, employer brand, talent, career development, succession, gen z/generations, employee advocacy and executive presence. Rob is author of the bestselling book Build Your Reputation (Wiley) and his TEDx talk ‘The Personal Brand of You’ has been viewed 400,000 times on YouTube. He is a stroke survivor, has epilepsy, is a committed Christian and has a black belt in kickboxing. He is based in Nottingham UK, home of Robin Hood, plays chess and backgammon, loves orange chocolate and is allergic to grapefruit.