Dan Hood, editor-in-chief of Accounting Today, joins Doug and Emily to discuss the past, present, and future of the accounting profession. They explore how the role of accountants has evolved from compliance-focused work to more advisory services, and examine the impact of technology and changing educational requirements on the field. Dan shares his insights on emerging trends like ESG reporting and the increasing diversity of skill sets within accounting firms, offering a glimpse into what "Accountant 3.0" might look like in the coming years.

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast
• (00:33) - Meet Dan Hood: Editor in Chief of Accounting Today
• (01:47) - The Evolution of the Accounting Profession
• (08:11) - Accountant 1.0: The Traditional Accountant
• (14:55) - Technological Shifts in Accounting
• (18:25) - Accountant 2.0: The Modern Accountant
• (22:30) - The Future of Accounting Technology
• (28:38) - Challenges in Accounting Education
• (28:57) - The Talent Shortage in Accounting
• (29:15) - Accounting Education and the Pipeline Problem
• (30:21) - Impact of Technology and Finance on Accounting
• (35:44) - Accountant 3.0
• (40:59) - The Role of ESG in Accounting
• (46:34) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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