Why the Billable Hour is Killing Accounting Talent (and What to Measure Instead)

22/10/2025 3 min
Why the Billable Hour is Killing Accounting Talent (and What to Measure Instead)

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The billable hour is burning out accounting talent, and it’s not just a staffing problem. It’s a measurement problem.In this episode of The CAS Cache, Luke Templin shares why the billable hour has become the worst KPI in accounting and how the Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER) offers a more innovative alternative.You’ll learn:Why utilization is a lagging indicatorHow LER measures value instead of timeThe mindset shift firms need to move from compliance to advisory🔗Join The Kick C@$ Community to connect with other CAS leaders tackling the same items as you. 😎Sponsored by Full Stadium Marketing

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