Rethinking the Role of Accountants: Internal Control Watchdogs, Not Just Financial Auditors

Still think accountants just crunch numbers and close books at year-end? It’s time to rethink that. Behind a company’s near-collapse and millions gone missing lies a stark lesson: the real failure wasn’t just fraud, it was the lack of early intervention. This article reveals how today’s accountants can (and must) step up as proactive risk watchdogs, helping businesses prevent losses, tighten governance, and protect their reputation.