Guest editorial: Accounting in transition: influence of technology, sustainability and diversity
Pacific Accounting Review
; 34(4):517-525, 2022.
Article
in English
| ProQuest Central | ID: covidwho-1973425
ABSTRACT
The conference saw a line-up of experts which among others included The Honourable James Shaw, Minister of Climate Change in New Zealand, who promoted the incorporating of climate change information as a part of the New Zealand financial reporting framework;and Distinguished Professor Paul Spoonley who shared his knowledge, experiences and thoughts on diversity and ethnicity. Impact of technology on the required skills of tomorrow’s accountants The adoption and use of new technology such as intelligent automation, big data, blockchain and cloud-based software have brought about significant changes to the accounting profession (Qasim and Kharbat, 2020). The authors find a climate of positive attitude towards new technology and accompanying actions in the Big-Four firms and that financial auditors are providing deep business insights through data visualisation. The manuscripts on the technological influences on accounting suggest that digital transformation has radically changed the nature of accounting practices and for accountants to be ready to leverage the potential of digital tools, they need to focus on developing their core competencies through lifelong education and skill development training.
Business And Economics--Accounting; Research; Software; Artificial intelligence; Curricula; Manuscripts; Sustainability; Accounting systems; Accounting firms; Online instruction; Data analysis; Influence; Distance learning; Climate change; Education; Accounting procedures; Financial reporting; COVID-19; Skills; Technology adoption; New Zealand; 54121:Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services; 61142:Computer Training; 51121:Software Publishers
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English
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Pacific Accounting Review
Year:
2022
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