In episode one, Kate Murnig share her insight into what is takes to succeed as a payroll expert, the biggest changes she’s seen in her time, and how to combat burnout.

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Atlas Partners Manager of Accounting Support and Payroll, Shawny Smith, has launched her new series Payroll Perspectives – meaningful conversations with leaders in the industry, discussing their journey and the ever-evolving world of payroll.

The series delves into what is takes to succeed as an expert in the field, the biggest challenges our guests have faced, and their tips to growing and progressing in payroll.

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Atlas Partners Manager of Accounting Support and Payroll, Shawny Smith, has launched her new series Payroll Perspectives – meaningful conversations with leaders in the industry, discussing their journey and the ever-evolving world of payroll.

The series delves into what is takes to succeed as an expert in the field, the biggest challenges our guests have faced, and their tips to growing and progressing in payroll.

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Atlas Partners Manager of Accounting Support and Payroll, Shawny Smith, has launched her new series Payroll Perspectives – meaningful conversations with leaders in the industry, discussing their journey and the ever-evolving world of payroll.

The series delves into what is takes to succeed as an expert in the field, the biggest challenges our guests have faced, and their tips to growing and progressing in payroll.

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Atlas Partners Manager of Accounting Support and Payroll, Shawny Smith, has launched her new series Payroll Perspectives – meaningful conversations with leaders in the industry, discussing their journey and the ever-evolving world of payroll.

The series delves into what is takes to succeed as an expert in the field, the biggest challenges our guests have faced, and their tips to growing and progressing in payroll.

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Atlas Partners Manager of Accounting Support and Payroll, Shawny Smith, has launched her new series Payroll Perspectives – meaningful conversations with leaders in the industry, discussing their journey and the ever-evolving world of payroll.

The series delves into what is takes to succeed as an expert in the field, the biggest challenges our guests have faced, and their tips to growing and progressing in payroll.

She shares how a phone call in London set her on a path to Australia, the lessons learned building teams and saving over 100,000 hours at NAB, and why aligning work with personal values became her ultimate career pivot.

Julie also opens up about leadership, building flexible workplaces, and the power of using finance “superpowers” for good — ensuring more Victorians can access world-class sporting facilities.

Beyond the track, Clem is also an entrepreneur, building tools to help small businesses make sense of their numbers through his venture, Marginfy. In this conversation, he opens up about leadership, storytelling through finance, the pressures of race week, and why embracing risk has been central to his success.

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Game Changers: The Business of Sport & Entertainment is a podcast that goes behind the scenes with the CFOs, COOs, and Executives shaping the industry. Each episode dives into the commercial strategies, career journeys, and financial decisions driving success in Australian sport, media, and entertainment. If you're curious about what happens beyond the scoreboard or the stage, this is where the real game is played.

It’s a conversation about growth, resilience, and leadership — and how the choices we make along the way can open unexpected doors.

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A journey through the corridors of success with ‘Pathways’, a series that delves deep into the career trajectories of executives, leaders and high performers within the accounting and financial services industry. Hosted by Atlas Partners, each episode invites you to explore the stories behind the triumphs and challenges faced by our guests on the journey to where they are now. From navigating the complexities of business to leading teams through turbulent times, each guest offer invaluable insights gleaned from years of experience at the forefront of their field. Through candid conversations, they share pivotal moments, lessons learned and the strategies that propelled them forward.

In this conversation with Liam Killen, Natalie reflects on the lessons that shaped her path to CFO, the value of self-belief, and why embracing uncertainty can open the door to growth.

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A journey through the corridors of success with ‘Pathways’, a series that delves deep into the career trajectories of executives, leaders and high performers within the accounting and financial services industry. Hosted by Atlas Partners, each episode invites you to explore the stories behind the triumphs and challenges faced by our guests on the journey to where they are now. From navigating the complexities of business to leading teams through turbulent times, each guest offer invaluable insights gleaned from years of experience at the forefront of their field. Through candid conversations, they share pivotal moments, lessons learned and the strategies that propelled them forward.

From retail and logistics to pharmaceuticals and now digital health, she has built an impressive track record of leading complex transformations across diverse industries.

Today, as CFO and Company Secretary of MedAdvisor, Ancila oversees finance, legal, people and culture, and compliance across Australia and the US.

In this conversation with Liam, she reflects on her journey from concert halls to the C-suite, the power of mentorship and sponsorship, and why she believes owning your narrative is the key to unlocking opportunity.

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A journey through the corridors of success with ‘Pathways’, a series that delves deep into the career trajectories of executives, leaders and high performers within the accounting and financial services industry. Hosted by Atlas Partners, each episode invites you to explore the stories behind the triumphs and challenges faced by our guests on the journey to where they are now. From navigating the complexities of business to leading teams through turbulent times, each guest offer invaluable insights gleaned from years of experience at the forefront of their field. Through candid conversations, they share pivotal moments, lessons learned and the strategies that propelled them forward.

A journey through the corridors of success with ‘Pathways’, a series that delves deep into the career trajectories of executives, leaders and high performers within the accounting and financial services industry. Hosted by Atlas Partners, each episode invites you to explore the stories behind the triumphs and challenges faced by our guests on the journey to where they are now. From navigating the complexities of business to leading teams through turbulent times, each guest offer invaluable insights gleaned from years of experience at the forefront of their field. Through candid conversations, they share pivotal moments, lessons learned and the strategies that propelled them forward.

Game Changers: The Business of Sport & Entertainment is a podcast that goes behind the scenes with the CFOs, COOs, and Executives shaping the industry. Each episode dives into the commercial strategies, career journeys, and financial decisions driving success in Australian sport, media, and entertainment. If you're curious about what happens beyond the scoreboard or the stage, this is where the real game is played.

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Game Changers: The Business of Sport & Entertainment is a podcast that goes behind the scenes with the CFOs, COOs, and Executives shaping the industry. Each episode dives into the commercial strategies, career journeys, and financial decisions driving success in Australian sport, media, and entertainment. If you're curious about what happens beyond the scoreboard or the stage, this is where the real game is played.

Anastasia joined Atlas Director, Liam Killen for our Pathways Podcast to reflect on the lessons, leadership shifts, and sliding door moments that shaped her journey — and why surrounding yourself with stars might just be the smartest move a leader can make.

Kate sat down with Craig Gorton, Atlas Director to talk about moving her career abroad, what professional development looks like for her as an executive and career shaping experiences.

Sarah joined Craig Gorton, Director of Atlas Partners for our Pathways Podcast.

The ‘turnaround specialist’ joined Liam Killen, Director of Atlas Partners for Pathways to chat about his rise to Chief Financial Officer, for one of Australia’s household names.

Glenn sat down with Liam Killen, Director of Atlas Partners to chat about the journey, new adventures, and finding time for passions.

Liam Killen, Director of Atlas Partners, chatted to Trent about the early days of his career, sliding door moments, and what he’d say to the finance leaders of tomorrow.

From moving from professional services into his first commercial role as Financial Controller, Oliver has walked a path full of challenges which have shaped his CFO capabilities.

Craig Gorton, Director of Atlas Partners, sits down with Oliver Kysela, CFO of Endota, and walks through his professional career to date, challenges, mentors and key learnings.

She chatted with Atlas Partners Director, Liam Killen about her incredible career and what's next in her journey.

She sat down with Liam Killen, Director Atlas Partners to chat through what it takes to move into the fast and furious world of sport, the challenges she's faced along the way and what advice has kept her on track. 

Craig Gorton, Director of Atlas Partners sits down with Mark Lawrence to talk through his rise to CFO in one of the most challenging industries out there. Mark takes us through his journey from product to people.

Atlas Partners Director, Craig Gorton sat down with Mitchell Wu, CFO of Annecto, an aged care and disability provider within the not-for-profit sector. Mitch will discuss his career to date and the transition as CFO from the commercial sector to the not-for-profit sector, along with his three non-negotiables of leadership.

Craig Gorton, Director of Atlas Partners sits down with Lance to talk through his rise to CFO in one of the most competitive industries out there. Lance takes us through humble beginnings, into the leader he is today.

Craig Gorton, Director of Atlas Partners, takes time to walk through the journey with Travis Wild, Finance Director at Bunzl. We discuss the journey and key learnings along the way.

The Head of Finance sat down with Atlas Director, Liam Killen to discuss career sliding door moments, personal strengths and how a love sport conquers all.

Cutting his teeth at a Big-4, diving into a stint in London, and developing a killer skillset across a variety of roles, is what Robert Galbraith credits his career success to. 

It’s this diverse and rugged career terrain that has led him to the creative world of the media industry, taking on the role as Chief Financial Officer at owner-led Hatched Media. Rob joined Atlas Director, Liam Killen for our Pathways podcast series to chat finance challenges in the media industry, life at an AFR's Best Places to Work company and the importance of networks.

With a resume that spans KPMG, NAB and now UniSuper, Helena Polas has learnt a thing or two about career success along the journey. 

The Group Financial Controller of UniSuper, one Australia's largest superannuation funds, joined Atlas Director, Liam Killen for our Pathways podcast series to chat about navigating the challenges in big business, life in superannuation, the importance of mentor relationships and what it takes to reach the top in finance.

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