The ACCA which stands for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants was founded in 1904. Even though the profession thinks ahead, Mr Jamil Ampomah posited that like other professions, accountancy is not immune from disruptions socially, economically, technologically, politically. We are looking at the technical skills and knowledge necessary for the accounting profession to thrive; so he said. There were several discussions and perspectives relating to the accounting profession during sessions at the Africa Members’ Conference. A wasted generation knocks out value from its community.”He informed the accountants that “your success is not enough, Africa must succeed.

Source: The Guardian January 06, 2020 17:37 UTC