Are Accounting Softwares Replacing Accountants? Perspectives of Professional Accountants in Ghana

The integration of accounting software in modern-day duties has called for an evaluation the impact these applications on accountancy profession Ghana. Thus, purpose this study is to assess profession. adopted a descriptive research design with target population 4,834 chartered accountants A sample size 369 professional was selected research; however, 235 responded questionnaire representing 63.7 percent response rate. Descriptive statistics including Kendall’s coefficient were used analyze results. findings indicate that incorporation not threat (in terms job losses and demotion) role still relevant working environment. However, established most have become outmoded as result also finds professionals backgrounds are categories graduates likely gain employment current practice. recommends bodies such ICAG other business institutions should include education their curriculum. This would help be more market, which employers will gradually search future. Keywords: Accounting Software, Professional Accountants, Ghana DOI: 10.7176/RJFA/12-18-02 Publication date: September 30 th 2021