THERE is no denying the importance of accountants to every organisation. With increased mobility and global connectivity today, a career as an accountant can take a person far – be it locally or overseas – and lead to a successful career.
Despite artificial intelligence (AI), accountants will always remain relevant. Courses of study have gone through changes to incorporate 21st century skills and competencies.
MUCH has been said about the availability of jobs during these challenging times. However, in an economic recession, accountants and para-accountants are still needed.
Irrespective of public or corporate sector, accountants are valued for their technical and strategic expertise. They can conduct a comprehensive assessment of finances and create a forecast through the year to keep government organisations, agencies or businesses in a healthy, prosperous state.
“The accounting profession can be said to be recession proof as it is a fairly versatile profession,” said Taylor’s College School of Professional Studies programme director Katharene Expedit.