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会计的出路在哪里?

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会计 profession is currently undergoing significant changes due to technological advancements and evolving business needs. Here are some of the key avenues and emerging opportunities for accountants:

1. Traditional Accounting Roles (Still Relevant and Evolving):

Public Accounting (Audit and Assurance):
Audit: While AI can automate some data processing, the need for human judgment, critical thinking, and understanding complex business processes in auditing remains. Auditors are increasingly expected to understand data analytics, cybersecurity risks, and emerging business models.
Assurance: This extends beyond financial audits to include assurance on internal controls, IT systems, sustainability reporting, and compliance.
Taxation: Tax laws are complex and constantly changing. Accountants specializing in tax advisory, compliance, and planning will continue to be in demand. This includes international tax, transfer pricing, and R&D tax credits.
Consulting: Public accounting firms offer various consulting services, including management consulting, risk advisory, forensic accounting, transaction advisory (M&A), and technology implementation.

Management Accounting (Corporate Accounting):
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): This is a growth area. FP&A professionals are responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to management. They need to understand business drivers, market trends, and use data analytics tools.
Cost Accounting: Crucial for manufacturing and productbased businesses to understand product profitability, optimize costs, and improve operational efficiency.
Internal Audit: Focuses on evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes within an organization.
Financial Reporting and Controllership: Still a core function, but with increased reliance on technology for automation of closing processes and reporting. Controllers are increasingly expected to be strategic business partners.
Treasury: Managing cash flow, investments, debt, and financial risk.

2. Emerging and FutureOriented Roles:

Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Accountants who can leverage data analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI) to extract insights, identify trends, and drive business decisions will be highly valued. This includes roles like:
Data Analyst Accountant: Analyzing financial and operational data to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities.
Business Intelligence Specialist: Developing dashboards and reports to provide realtime insights to stakeholders.
Forensic Data Analyst: Using data to detect fraud, misconduct, or irregularities.

Technology and Automation Specialists: As AI, machine learning, and robotic process automation (RPA) become more prevalent, accountants with expertise in these areas will be in demand.
RPA Implementation Specialist: Automating repetitive accounting tasks like data entry, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
Blockchain Specialist: Understanding the implications of blockchain technology for accounting, such as smart contracts and transparent transaction recording.
ERP System Expert: Deep knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and their functionalities, including customization and optimization.

Sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Accounting: With increasing stakeholder focus on sustainability, accountants are needed to:
ESG Reporting: Measuring, tracking, and reporting on environmental, social, and governance performance.
Carbon Accounting: Quantifying and managing an organization's carbon footprint.
Sustainability Assurance: Providing assurance on sustainability data and disclosures.

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination: This field involves investigating financial discrepancies, fraud, and other financial misconduct. It requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of legal frameworks, and investigative techniques.

Cybersecurity and IT Audit: As businesses become more digital, protecting financial data from cyber threats is crucial. Accountants with expertise in IT controls, cybersecurity risks, and IT audits are in high demand.

Virtual CFO / Fractional CFO: Many small and mediumsized businesses cannot afford a fulltime CFO. Accountants can offer their expertise on a parttime or project basis, providing strategic financial guidance, budgeting, and financial planning.

Ecommerce and Digital Business Accounting: The rise of ecommerce creates a need for accountants who understand online payment systems, digital sales tax, inventory management for online businesses, and the unique financial challenges of digital operations.

3. Key Skills and Adaptations for the Future:

To thrive in the evolving accounting landscape, accountants need to cultivate a blend of technical and soft skills:

Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting software, ERP systems, data analytics tools, AI, RPA, and potentially blockchain.
Data Analytics and Interpretation: The ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and translate data into actionable insights.
Critical Thinking and ProblemSolving: Moving beyond data processing to interpret information, identify risks, and propose solutions.
Strategic Thinking and Business Acumen: Understanding the broader business context, market trends, and how financial decisions impact overall strategy.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Clearly explaining complex financial information to nonfinancial stakeholders, building relationships, and collaborating effectively.
Adaptability and Continuous Learning: The willingness to embrace new technologies and adapt to changing regulations and business practices.
Ethical Judgment and Professional Skepticism: Maintaining the highest ethical standards and questioning information to ensure accuracy and integrity.
Specialization: Developing expertise in niche areas like international tax, forensic accounting, ESG reporting, or specific industry accounting.

In summary, the "出路" (way out or path forward) for accountants is not about doing the same old tasks but about evolving with technology and expanding their skillset. Accountants are transforming from number crunchers to strategic advisors, data interpreters, and technology enablers. By embracing these changes and continuously learning, accountants will continue to play a vital role in the success of businesses across all sectors.

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过去一个大队(乡)里最有权力的只有两个人,排第一的当然是大队书记,第二名就是大队会计。那时候会计是很让人尊重的,叫人某某会计是尊称,不像现在,喊人会计好像是骂人。

现在会计地位大不如以前了,有了信息技术,会计仿佛也没有了将来。

网上看衰会计的人越来越多,主要理由都差不多:现在都人工智能了,你算的那点账电脑都会,又快又准,还要会计干嘛?

其实大家都算错了一点——会计核算技能只是财务工作的基础,不是全部!

大队会计受人尊敬,是因为他账做的好吗?当然不是,是因为他掌握了大队的财权,大队书记想给自己捞点好处也得经过会计,有了权力地位自然就高。

现在很多单位的会计为什么地位低下,还经常背锅受气?因为他们没财权,只是计算工具。平时账算的再准也没用,不符合领导要求,说改就得改。至于这笔款应不应该付,会计说了不算,领导说了才算。民企更过分,不仅要做假账,还要帮老板逃税,工资不高风险还挺大。

当会计只能算账付款时,地位是不可能高的,因为核算是基础工作,大学毕业能做,小学毕业去上个速成班也能做,既然谁都能做凭什么给你高工资?


那什么情况下才能拿高工资?只有在你掌握了一定权力,并能为公司创造效益的时候。


我有个事务所的朋友去年跳槽到了一个准备IPO的民企当财务总监,之前的会计是跟老板起家的老人,但能力实在一般,只会做假账。现在要上市了,上交所审核材料主要审财务资料,这水平实在干不了,券商、事务所强烈建议老板换人,不得已老板高薪把朋友挖了过来,还给了期权,只要能上市就可以拿到一大笔钱。

老板为什么肯给这么多钱,不是因为他大方,是因为你能为他创造更多价值,私企老板是很现实的。

朋友一去就把中介费用降下来了,因为他自己就是事务所出身,了解内情,谈判能力强。今年又提了个节税方案,说穿了不复杂,就是向税务局申报了研发费用加计扣除,一下就为公司节省了上百万的所得税费用。以前会计都靠做假账逃税,现在要上市得把利润往高里做,这时税务筹划就很重要。一个违法逃税,一个合法节税,高下立判。

现在还没上市,朋友已经很受老板信任,财务方面说一不二。

所以我们不必过于担心人工智能技术对会计行业的冲击,互联网对所有行业都有影响,大环境就是这样,你只能适应它,顺势而行反而更有机会。

现在大数据分析很强大,税务局后台分析一下就能知道企业有没有逃税,什么税种,逃了多少等等。将来做假账会变得越来越难,所有支付通过网络,都有据可查,以后只有想不想查你的问题。逃税风险加大,对合法纳税、合规避税的要求就会提高,信息系统再发达也不会跟着政策自动调整,所以税务这一块会计还是有用武之地的。

还有预算管理、投融资管理、内控管理、绩效管理、成本管理、经营分析等等,这些都是会计的出路。


切记!财务核算不是会计的出路,以前不是,现在不是,将来更不会。只会被动记账、收付款的会计是没有出路的,现在的趋势是——小企业有代理记账的公司、中型企业有信息系统、大集团有财务共享中心,核算岗位只会越来越少。

如果你还年轻,只想在会计行当里吃个安稳饭,我劝你不要这做,不仅没前途,连混日子都难。如果你专业出身或者真的有兴趣,愿意边工作边学习,提升自己,那出路肯定能找到。


PS:补充两点,

一、会计核算是财务工作的基础,但不能因为它是基础就不重视它。每一个看似无用的审计流程都有明确的审计目的,同理,每一笔普普通通的会计分录都是企业财务管理的关键一环,不会做会计分录就做不好财务管理。

二、如果你表格做的好,心细、工作认真负责,贴票整齐,付款准确,那只能证明你是一名合格的会计,不是财务管理人员,被淘汰的风险还是很大。从发展趋势上分析,现在市场的会计人员还是太多了,未来肯定有一大批要被淘汰掉,一定要想法办法提升自己,从财务管理中找出路,否则,还是早点转行的好。



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