The Big 4 Transparency Podcast
by Dominic Piscopo
Where AI Is Leading Us with Cosmin Nicolaescu
About this podcast
The Big 4 Transparency podcast is hosted by Dominic Piscopo, CPA.
This podcast features a variety of guests, ranging from firm owners to accounting managers from top companies. It covers a broad range of topics related to achieving success in the accounting field, behind-the-scenes discussions with firm leadership, as well as launching and operating your accounting firm.
The podcast aligns with Big 4 Transparency's overall mission of bringing transparency to the accounting industry by providing useful information and sharing stories that can help you understand your career options and the economics of firm operations.
If you’re an accounting professional looking to get informed on compensation and/or add your salary to the database, check us out here: https://www.big4transparency.com/
If you’re looking for help with your firm’s compensation strategy or need data to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to compensation, contact me at [email protected]
Episodes
The newest 20 of 112 episodes
- Where AI Is Leading Us with Cosmin Nicolaescu · 53 min · Episode 111In Episode 111 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Dom interviews Cosmin Nicolescu, co-founder of Accrual, about the transformative impact of AI on accounting and finance. They…
- Your Firm Needs to Stand-Out. Here’s How: · 18 min · Episode 110In Episode 110 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, I break down why I think more firms should consider offering equity packages, why the “best firm” awards are meaningless these…
- What Academic Research Says About Hours, Pay and Satisfaction with Dr. Ryan Dunn · 52 min · Episode 109Episode Description: In Episode 109 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Ryan Dunn, a professor at the William H. Carr School of Accountancy, to break down the…
- Self Work & The Joy of Small Business with Jillian Byrnes · 44 min · Episode 108In Episode 108 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Jillian Byrnes shares her inspiring career journey from public accounting to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of…
- Starting a Firm & Putting Yourself Out There with Harris Felton · 35 min · Episode 107In Episode 107 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Harris Felton shares his journey from a traditional accounting career to launching his own practice focused on short-term…
- AI and How it Impacts Investments in Accounting with Rohit Chande · 35 min · Episode 106In Episode 106 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Rohit Chande, CEO of Count, discusses the strategic use of AI in professional services, the future of accounting firms, and how…
- Developing Talent & Accelerating Leadership with Nate Boaz · 47 min · Episode 105In Episode 105 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, guest Nate Boaz, co-founder of Kinavic Leadership Acceleration, discusses how leadership development and strategic talent…
- Top Firms By Job Satisfaction: What Sets Weaver Apart with Demetrice Branch and Linc Ashby · 41 min · Episode 104In Episode 104 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Demetrice Branch and Linc Ashby discuss what sets Weaver apart after being ranked #3 on Big 4 Transparency’s list of firms with…
- Double Digit Growth While Independent with Michael Hoover · 44 min · Episode 103In Episode 103 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Michael Hoover, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer at Bennett Thrasher, shares insights on organic growth strategies, talent…
- The Importance of Personal Brand & Vibe Coding Tools with Eddy Gramajo · 35 min · Episode 102In Episode 102 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Eddy Gramajo shares his journey from Big Four accounting to industry roles, the evolving role of AI in finance, and practical…
- Puerto Rico Residency Niche & In-House AI with Rachel Farris · 30 min · Episode 101In Episode 101 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo interviews Rachel Farris, founder of a niche CPA practice, shares her journey into Puerto Rican residency…
- Taking on Private Equity Investment as a New Partner with Justin Shelman · 32 min · Episode 100In Episode 100 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo interviews Justin Shelman, a tax partner at Prosperity Partners, shares his journey from becoming a partner…
- The Power of Data & Acquisition News with Stuart Ferguson · 29 min · Episode 99In Episode 99 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo interviews Stuart Ferguson, the president of Stout Strategy and former managing partner of Pointe Advisory…
- Optimizing Your Firm’s Future with Ira Rosenbloom · 41 min · Episode 98In Episode 98 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, founder and CEO of Optimum Strategies, discusses the complexities of consulting for CPA firms. He emphasizes the importance of…
- Scaling with Soul with Springline CEO, Tim Brackney · 43 min · Episode 97In Episode 97 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Tim Brackney, CEO of Springline Advisory, discusses the innovative approach of his firm in the accounting industry, focusing on a…
- Starting Over with Intention with Chad Huebsch · 29 min · Episode 96In Episode 96 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Chad Huebsch, CEO of Blueprint Tax Advisors, shares his journey from working in SALT to founding his own tax advisory firm. He…
- 2 Year Check-in with Jaimie Nichols · 39 min · Episode 95In Episode 95 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Dominic welcomes back Jaimie Nichols, a former guest, to discuss her journey as a solopreneur in the accounting field. Jaimie…
- Raising the Bar for Talent with Jeremy Dubow · 32 min · Episode 94In Episode 94 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Dominic sits down Jeremy Dubow, co-founder and CEO of Prosperity Partners to discuss his journey with starting the firm, what has…
- A New Era of Accounting Entrepreneurship with Matt Tait · 36 min · Episode 93In Episode 93 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Dominic sits down with Matt Tait, CEO of Decimal, to unpack how accounting firms can scale profitably without burning out their…
- Private Equity Summit 2025 Recap · 23 min · Episode 92In Episode 92 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo covers the Private Equity Summit 2025 hosted by Accounting Today. He shares a behind-the-scenes look at some…







