Ambitious Accountants Podcast
Welcome to Ambitious Accountants — the podcast for forward-thinking accountants shaping the future of the profession in Aotearoa.
Each episode dives into the real stories of New Zealand accountants who’ve carved their own path, tackled challenges head-on, and built practices that reflect their values and ambition.
Join us as we explore the work they’re doing, the lessons they’ve learned, and the trends they’re watching — from advisory growth to tech adoption and everything in between.
Ambitious Accountants Podcast
From Dairy Farming to Accounting: Matt Hipp's No-Bullshit Approach to Advisory Work
Matt Hipp's story isn't your typical accountant origin tale. The Director at Hipp Accounting in Hastings went from 4am cow milking in Taranaki to telling potential clients "if you just want your tax return done and forgotten about for 12 months, we're probably not the right fit."
In this episode, Matt gets real about how he negotiated partnership with his mum (instead of just working for her), why he reckons work-life balance is complete rubbish, and his take on advisory work: "It's not about having all the answers - it's about helping clients find theirs."
He's not shy about sharing how he flipped a 100% compliance practice, why he turns clients away who won't engage properly, and his thoughts on AI being the accounting world's "tractor moment." Plus, practical advice for accountants wanting to ditch the boring stuff and actually make a difference.
No corporate fluff. Just someone who figured out how to do accounting differently and isn't precious about the details.
Got something to say about the future of accounting in NZ? Let’s chat — you could be our next guest.
Email - Sumith@brisca.co.nz