There’s no doubt that over the years information technology (IT) has become increasingly more important to accountants, both internal (CFO, controller) and external (accounting firm). In reality, technology has become important in most people’s business and personal lives, but accountants have become the key IT decision-maker in the majority of small and medium-sized businesses (SMB).

This month’s article discusses the evolving role and influence your accountant has over your company’s technology decisions. The recent (or current) recession has brought accountants closer to technology hardware, software and service since it is one of the largest budget items. In many ways accountants sit at the crossroads of technology and business process improvement – as a result, they have become more knowledgeable on technology as a key enabler for business.