A lot of accountants are being hired by Internet and technology companies to design their traditional information systems. Companies may be great at making computers that can wash the clothes and do the dishes, but the computer programmer is unlikely to know enough about accounting to design a complex computing system [that enables companies to maximize efficiency]. |
I think the best analogy is the pair of law school students where one sits for the Bar exam and the other doesn't. Who are you going to choose for your lawyer? |
Many [public accountants] not only work from home, but they can work from remote islands if they want. A lot of what we do is to go out and meet our clients, but once you've sat down and discussed with them their business plan you can do the actual work from any location. |