Payments, Automation, and Compliance: What Accountants Should Know in 2026 | Chris Borchers

In this episode of the Accounting Insiders Podcast, Gary DeHart talks with Chris Borchers, CTO and Chief Product Officer at Basys Processing, about what accounting professionals should actually understand about payments in 2026. They break down how payment processing has evolved, where most businesses still get it wrong, and why “just checking the payments box” inside accounting software can leave money, efficiency, and compliance on the table. The conversation covers PCI compliance, automation, chargebacks, settlement rates, ERP and QuickBooks integrations, and how accountants can play a more strategic role in improving payment workflows for their clients. Chris also shares how Basys approaches white-glove service in a high-volume payments industry, why customer experience still matters, and where opportunities exist for accountants to add value and potentially open new revenue streams. This episode is especially relevant for QuickBooks ProAdvisors, bookkeepers, firm owners, and controllers who want to reduce risk, simplify payments, and help clients operate more efficiently.

Accounting Insiders · Chris Borchers, Gary DeHart