CPA Voice: Gen Z driving a nationwide resurgence of interest in accounting

By Jessica Barboza, OSCPA content specialist 

In the midst of a growing national accounting talent shortage, with a forecasted 65% of Ohio CPAs approaching retirement, the profession is looking to Gen Z to fill the gaps. Although traditionally stereotyped by some as an unattractive career path, Gen Z is seemingly seeing it in a different light. 

According to recent data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, 2025 spring undergraduate accounting enrollment has surged 12% at 4-year institutions and 24% at two-year institutions compared to 2024, leading to growing optimism that Gen Z will mend the talent gap in the profession. 

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