Burnout, Barriers & Broken Pipelines: Can Accounting Survive?
Late nights. Missed weekends. A shrinking pool of accountants.
If you’ve felt the burnout — you’re not alone. The accounting profession is standing on the edge. Over 300,000 accountants have already walked away, and fewer students are stepping in to replace them.
In this episode of Pacific Insights Unfiltered, Amit and John dive deep into what’s really driving the accounting talent crisis — and what forward-thinking firms are doing to fight back. From the 150-hour rule to relentless workloads and outdated expectations, they expose why firms are struggling to survive — and how some are already rewriting the story.
You’ll learn:
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The real reasons accountants are leaving in record numbers
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How the 150-hour rule and work-life imbalance are draining the pipeline
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How progressive firms are rebuilding with flexible, hybrid models
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Why strategic outsourcing and data-driven decisions are redefining success
This isn’t just another podcast — it’s a wake-up call for firm leaders, partners, and every CPA feeling the strain.
Watch now and discover how your firm can thrive in the new era of accounting.
John Bugh
Chief Revenue Officer
John Bugh is Chief Revenue Officer at Pacific Accounting and Business Services (PABS), responsible for the strategic direction, planning, vision, growth, and performance of the company’s marketing, branding, and revenue streams.
Amit Bangal
Product Specialist
17 Years of experience across Telecom, BPO, Back-office, Financial Content, Accounting, Software companies and startups.
Last 6 years with a SAAS platform, looking after Customer success, Product Support, development and management.
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