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Episode 8: Can QPON Save You Rs. 20K a Month? | Anthony Wickramarathne
Can QPON save you Rs. 20,000 a month? 💸In Episode 08 of AI Powered Accountant, Shanil sits down with Anthony Wickramarathne from the QPON team. Anthony has been with Swivel / Humanise for seven years. He started in finance operations and now leads local product development.We cover:→ What QPON is: an employee benefits app for corporate teams in Sri Lanka→ How it started as a tourist discount idea, and why we changed direction→ Exclusive, hand-picked deals (20–25% off instead of the usual 10–15%)→ Why perks shouldn’t only be for companies with 500+ staff→ How employees can save Rs. 20,000+ a month→ Zero commission for merchants, just a small monthly subscription→ What’s next: every district in Sri Lanka, then South Asia and beyond→ Anthony’s favourite deal (and a secret engagement dress story 💍)#QPON #AIPoweredAccountant #EmployeeBenefits #SriLanka #Colombo #HRTech #StartupSriLanka
27 Oct 2026
Episode 7: We Automated Accounting with AI | Kate Slater
We automated accounting with AI. Here's what worked, and what didn't.In Episode 7 of The AI Powered Accountant, Kate Slater shares how her 12-person accounting and tax practice is using AI across Australia and the Philippines. She covers the tools her team uses every day (Claude, Wispr Flow and AI note takers), how they built AI agents to prepare individual tax returns, and why they paused an AI skill after it hallucinated client expenses.Kate also explains how her firm is working towards a 30% time saving per job and putting that time into upskilling the team instead of cutting staff. Plus: her plan to automate bookkeeping in the next 90 days, and her number one prompt tip.Her advice for finance leaders: just get started.🎧 Subscribe for more real-world AI stories from accountants and finance leaders.
16 Sept 2026
Episode 6: 40% More Time, Same Team: How AI Agents Changed His Business | Brad Mitchell
In this episode of The AI Powered Accountant, Shanil sits down with Brad Mitchell, Director of Pursuit of Zero, to explore how custom AI agents are transforming his workplace safety consulting business. Brad shares how working with humaniseAI helped him gain approximately 40% more time to focus on the business, deliver actionable safety insights 70% quicker, and increase capacity without adding headcount.
The conversation explores automating audit reporting, choosing custom AI tools, and why business owners must stay involved throughout implementation. From unexpected technical challenges to plans for an AI sales partner, Brad offers practical lessons for business owners, CFOs, accountants, and consulting leaders looking to reduce manual work and create more time for growth.
26 Sept 2025
Episode 5: The Six Pillars of an AI-Powered Accountant with Lance Rubin
Lance Rubin, founder of Model Citizen, discusses the six pillars of becoming an AI-powered accountant, including efficiency gains and balancing automation with human skills, in an interview with Shanil and Dmitry.
3 Aug 2025
Episode 4: Why AI Isn't Replacing Finance Teams, It's Elevating Them
Niroshan Paldano, co-founder of Zanbio, discusses AI's transformative role in accounts receivable and payable, particularly in emerging markets, highlighting how it empowers finance teams to focus on strategy, in an interview.
29 May 2025
Episode 3: Making AI Impactful for Accountants with Derek Repp
Shanil interviews Derek Repp, Co-founder of Colfax, who explores how AI enhances communication, streamlines research, and revolutionizes data reporting, making accounting more dynamic.
11 May 2025
Episode 2: Building LinkedIn Content For Accountants
Want to effortlessly create impactful LinkedIn content and establish yourself as an AI-forward accountant? Tune in to this episode of the AI Powered Accountant! Shanil shares his simple yet effective process for leveraging AI to discover trending topics, craft authentic posts, and even generate headlines and visuals in under 10 minutes. Start building your personal brand and connecting with your network today!
17 Apr 2025
Episode 1: From AI Frustration to Finding Solutions with Rick Bazerghi
Welcome to the first episode of AI Powered Accountants! In this episode, hosted by Shanil Dissanayake, we aim to empower and educate accounting professionals, finance leaders, and business owners on how to effectively use AI. We'll be discussing the challenges of AI implementation, with a special guest sharing his journey of moving from initial frustration to finding practical AI solutions for business problems. Our guest, Rick Bazerghi, is an entrepreneur and business leader; the Founder and CEO of Meir Australia, Meir UK, and The Smash Room. Rick has a strong track record of building high-performing teams, driving sustainable growth, and creating cultures of accountability, and he'll be sharing his insights on leveraging AI to streamline operations and improve decision-making.
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Lance Rubin
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