Those Sneaky AI Agents (Podcast)

Episode 114 | Those Sneaky AI Agents | Royalwise

Table of Contents

Podcast Episode Overview

Alicia and Dan examine all seven AI agents now appearing throughout QuickBooks Online, from the accounting agent that’s transforming bank feeds and reconciliation to the customer hub that’s building out CRM functionality. They test which features deliver genuine improvements versus which ones simply surface existing tools with new branding, sharing specific examples of where the AI surprises them with accuracy and where it still needs work. The discussion covers what’s available at each subscription level and practical tips for navigating the new interface while these agents continue to evolve.

Creators & Guests

  • Host – Alicia Katz Pollock, MAT
  • Guest – Dan DeLong

Sponsors

Podcast Highlights

(00:00) – Introduction and Hosts
(02:19) – Discussing AI in QuickBooks Online
(07:16) – Exploring QuickBooks AI Agents
(08:20) – Accounting Agent Deep Dive
(25:37) – Bank Reconciliation Enhancements
(35:36) – Payments Agent Overview
(36:47) – Leveraging Customer Insights for Better Invoicing
(37:24) – Maximizing Cash Flow with Late Fees and Reminders
(38:09) – Personal Experiences with Payment Agents
(50:31) – Finance Agent Overview
(01:00:52) – New Navigation Tips and Tricks
(01:03:58) – Upcoming Classes and Events

Links

Dan’s AI Agents Article:
https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/blog/QBOAIAgents

Accounting Agents Toolkit:
https://digitalasset.intuit.com/render/content/dam/intuit/sbsegcs/en_us/quickbooks-online-accountant/documents/Accountants-Toolkit-FY25.pdf?cid=dig_fus_mof_fotf_qbo_na_inlk_testid_eng_us

Firm of the Future Articles:

Agentic AI: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/product-update/quickbooks-innovation-agentic-ai-2025/
Accounting Agent: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/product-update/closer-look-at-quickbooks-bank-feed-and-accounting-agent/
Accounting Agent Anomaly Detection: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/artificial-intelligence/quickbooks-anomaly-detection/
Payments Agent: https://www.firmofthefuture.com/quickbooks-proadvisor/in-the-know-s4-e7-payments-agent/
Customer Agent: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/learn-support/en-us/help-article/intuit-assist/get-started-customer-agent/L6KtREjm9_US_en_US
Finance Agent: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/learn-support/en-us/help-article/intuit-assist/get-started-finance-agent/L0g3aJO6W_US_en_US
Dan and Alicia’s Passive-Agressive Income Course in November: https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/a/2148177904/FzeLMxRp, Use code OWL25 for 25% off

Alicia’s classes including the Accounting Agents:

New Bank Transactions Feed Class: http://royl.ws/QuickBooks-Online-Banking?affiliate=5393907
Reconciling in QBO Class: http://royl.ws/Reconciling-In-QBO?affiliate=5393907

Alicia’s Upcoming Classes:
Products, Services, and Inventory, Nov 18: http://royl.ws/qbo-Inventory?affiliate=5393907
QB Payments Merchant Services, Nov 25: http://royl.ws/QB-Payments-Course?affiliate=5393907

Dan’s AI Agents Article:
https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/blog/QBOAIAgents
https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/
Schoolofbookkeeping YouTube: https://snip.ly/SOBYT
Free Live Workshop Wednesdays: https://www.schoolofbookkeeping.com/workshop-wednesday

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Alicia Katz Pollock
Recently named the 2026 Top ProAdvisor Educator by Insightful Accountant, Alicia is a nationally recognized QuickBooks Online expert with a Master’s in Teaching and decades of business consulting experience. Known for her patience, commitment, and approachable teaching style, she makes QuickBooks easier to understand for small business owners and accounting professionals alike, helping them build the skills they need to manage their finances with clarity and ease.
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Alicia Katz Pollock
Recently named the 2026 Top ProAdvisor Educator by Insightful Accountant, Alicia is a nationally recognized QuickBooks Online expert with a Master’s in Teaching and decades of business consulting experience. Known for her patience, commitment, and approachable teaching style, she makes QuickBooks easier to understand for small business owners and accounting professionals alike, helping them build the skills they need to manage their finances with clarity and ease.
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