# The controller's guide to overcoming the accountant shortage

In this paper, we explore the potential pitfalls of the accountant shortage — and three of the possible solutions available to your business.

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Do more with less using accounting automation.

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If you can’t delegate, automate.

Lyft, Rivian, and Advance Auto Parts are just a few companies that faced costly reporting issues in 2024 — all due to a worsening accountant shortage. With 340,000 fewer accountants in the U.S. since 2019 and no signs of recovery, more businesses risk SEC fines, investor backlash, and financial misstatements.

  
To stay ahead, companies need sustainable solutions. This guide explores why today’s leading controllers are leveraging automation to bridge the gap, reduce errors, and drive business growth — without increasing headcount.  


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