Accountant
Accountants prepare and examine financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with laws.
Competition Forecast
Millions will compete for the same safe roles. Act now for a head start.
Workers Leaving This Role
Controller
Moderate - role transformation, not elimination
18-24 months - data analytics skills critical
1.4M (5% decline per BLS, transformation underway) workers will flood the job market competing for the same transition paths.
Estimates based on labor market research from BLS, McKinsey, and World Economic Forum. Actual outcomes may vary.
Urgency Indicators
How well can AI perform this job today (1-10)
Change in job postings over recent years
Estimated time until significant automation
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Why This Job Is At Risk
AI automates transaction categorization
Machine learning detects fraud and anomalies
Automated tax preparation and filing
Cloud accounting reduces manual work
Career Transitions
Safe career paths based on your existing skills
Controller
30%Skills to Learn
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20%Skills to Learn
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40%Skills to Learn
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