Accountants used to be the the guys in the back of the room with their sleeves rolled up, or the people businesses consulted once a year, said Steven Hanson, president of the National Society of Accountants.
Now they're more involved in the day-to-day decisions at a company, advising on sales, purchases, and generally how to make more money.
"Accountants have done a good job elevating our profession," said Hanson "Our role has really expanded."
Of course, it doesn't hurt that the tax code has gotten immensely more complicated.
