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Le métier de comptable existe depuis des siècles et a évolué avec les avancées
technologiques. Avec l'avènement de l'intelligence artificielle, de nombreux emplois ont été
remplacés par des machines, ce qui a suscité des inquiétudes quant à l'avenir de la
profession de comptable. Cette dissertation examinera si le métier de comptable est voué à
disparaître à l'avenir.
I. La technologie et l'automatisation :
L'utilisation de la technologie a révolutionné le domaine de la comptabilité. Les logiciels de
comptabilité automatisent les tâches routinières telles que la saisie de données, la
facturation et les calculs de salaires. Les outils de reporting en temps réel permettent aux
entreprises de prendre des décisions éclairées en temps opportun. Les chatbots et les
assistants virtuels peuvent répondre aux questions courantes des clients en quelques
secondes (ligne 31-33) . L'automatisation a réduit les erreurs humaines et augmenté
l'efficacité. Ces avancées technologiques ont soulevé des préoccupations quant à la
nécessité de recourir à des professionnels de la comptabilité.
Have you ever felt threatened by technological innovation? Don't you think that this one could do
everything for you?
The profession of accountant has been around for centuries and has evolved with advances in
technology.
With the advent of artificial intelligence, many jobs have been replaced by machines, raising
concerns about the future of the accounting profession. This essay will examine whether the
accounting profession is doomed in the future.
This article highlights the conflict that arises between the profession of accounting assistant, and
the technological advances, which could potentially replace them. Robots are quite capable of
handling certain tasks, like monotonous processes. But skills requiring critical thinking cannot be
provided by a robot.
This is why we are going to compare the capacities of artificial intelligence with those of a human in
this commentary.
I. AUTOMATISATION
The use of technology has revolutionized the field of accounting. Accounting software automates
routine tasks such as data entry, invoicing, and salary calculations. Real-time reporting tools enable
companies to make informed decisions in a timely manner. Chatbots and virtual assistants can
answer common customer questions in seconds (line 31-33). Automation has reduced human error
and increased efficiency. These technological advances have raised concerns about the need for
accounting professionals.
Schumpeter talks about destructive creation: Jobs requiring the least knowledge and skills are
eliminated, in favor of jobs requiring more skills
II. UTILITE DU COMTPABLE
On the one hand, despite increasing automation, accounting is a complex field that requires a
thorough understanding of tax regulations and laws. Companies are required to comply with
applicable laws and regulations. Accountants are highly skilled professionals who are trained to
understand and apply these complex rules. While automation can perform some tasks, it cannot
replace human skills in regulatory compliance.
On the other hand, accountants maintain a relationship of trust with their clients. They help
companies make important financial decisions and manage their cash flow. Accountants can also
provide tax, legal and business advice to businesses. Machines cannot replace the added value of
human interactions and customer relations. (line 27-28)
III.
To stand out, accountants must necessarily adapt. They must continue to learn (line 37-38) and stay
up to date with current events, in order to develop higher skills. The notion of “soft skills” is
becoming more and more important: they are personal, social and communication skills that
complement a person's technical skills. They are increasingly valued by employers, because this is
what really differentiates the work of an AI from a human. (all the last paragraph)
In conclusion, although automation may have an impact on the accounting profession, the
profession is unlikely to disappear completely. Technological advances have improved the efficiency
of accounting processes, but the complexity of regulations and laws and the relationship with
customers continue to require human expertise. Accounting professionals need to adapt to ongoing
technological changes and focus on adding value as trusted advisors to their clients.