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regulations concerning finance and accounting. While it is still essential, accountants these days are doing way more than their standard roles.
For instance, communication skills are now as necessary as computer operating skills because clients expect them to be a consultant too, though at times.
70% of small-business accountants see their advisory roles becoming more strategic (PayPie).
7. Social Media Platforms & Accounting Apps are becoming Prominent
Today’s CPA firms are utilizing social media platforms for multiple
purposes. Platforms, such as LinkedIn, allows firms to market their services more broadly and keep connected with clients, colleagues, and partners. Such platforms also help you stay updated with the latest trends in the accounting and business sectors and how they make a difference in their work.
It wouldn't be a surprise that accountants use apps to manage their work. There are several apps, for example, time management apps, data conversion & data presentation apps. Technology has not stopped here and provided applications to boost various accounting tasks, such as bookkeeping and tax preparation.
Source: Hackernoon.com
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