Disruptive Technologies: Implications for Third-level Accounting Education

McConville, Danielle

doi:10.52399/001c.77369

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“…The integration of disruptive technologies in accounting also raises important questions about the future skillsets required by accountants. Mcconville (2023) emphasizes the need to adapt third-level accounting education to include big data analytics, RPA, AI, and blockchain, highlighting the evolving nature of the accounting profession in response to technological advancements. This shift necessitates a re-evaluation of educational curricula to prepare future accountants for a technology-driven business environment.…”

Section: Long-term Implications Of Automation In Accounting Practicesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Robotic process automation in routine accounting tasks: A review and efficiency analysis

Lawrence Damilare Oyeniyi,

Chinonye Esther Ugochukwu,

Noluthando Zamanjomane Mhlongo

2024

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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In the dynamic tapestry of the modern accounting landscape, the incursion of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) stands as a beacon of transformative potential, heralding a new epoch of efficiency and precision. This scholarly exploration delves into the heart of this metamorphosis, aiming to unravel the complexities of RPA's integration within accounting practices, its impact on the profession, and the ethical and operational challenges it precipitates. With a methodological rigor that marries qualitative analysis with an exhaustive review of contemporary literature, this study meticulously maps the contours of automation's influence on accounting, from task selection and implementation frameworks to the comparative efficacy of automated versus traditional methodologies. The investigation further probes the repercussions of RPA on the professional trajectory of accountants, revealing a dual narrative of opportunity and obsolescence. The findings illuminate significant efficiency gains and accuracy improvements, underscored by a nuanced cost-benefit analysis that advocates for the economic prudence of automation adoption. The research prognosticates a redefined role for accountants, pivoting towards strategic advisory and analytical prowess, albeit shadowed by challenges in ethical governance and technological assimilation. In conclusion, this paper achieves its scholarly objectives and charts a forward path, recommending a symbiotic fusion of academic curricula and industry practices to align with the digital zeitgeist. It calls for strategic frameworks to navigate the ethical dilemmas and implementation hurdles of RPA, advocating for a future where automation augments human intellect, fostering an era of unparalleled efficiency and strategic acumen in accounting.

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Section: Long-term Implications Of Automation In Accounting Practicesmentioning

confidence: 99%