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accounting arc
with arpan grewal
center for accounting transformation
in the latest student led conversations episode of accounting arc, high school student arpan grewal hosts a dynamic dialogue with esg advisory senior manager tiffany huey from bpm, showing how accounting is becoming a surprising tool for tackling global challenges like climate change and social equity.
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huey, who transitioned from nonprofit work into esg consulting, now leads bpm’s esg advisory practice. “i wanted to understand how systems work,” she says. “how do businesses make decisions, and how can we make those decisions more values-aligned?”
the conversation illuminates how esg—environmental, social, and governance frameworks—requires more than balance sheets. “you can’t fix what you don’t track,” huey says, stressing the power of data in holding companies accountable. “esg makes companies show their receipts.”
huey’s approach is people-first, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder input, not just compliance. “it’s about getting everyone—from hr to legal to facilities—on the same page,” she explains.
for students and future professionals, the key takeaway is that esg is accessible. “whether you’re into coding, storytelling, policy, or numbers, there’s a place for you in esg,” huey shares. “and the world needs you.”
“you don’t have to choose between making a living and making a difference.”
10 key takeaways
- esg bridges purpose and profit through business strategy.
- accounting is foundational in esg through data and transparency.
- non-accounting backgrounds, including education and nonprofit work, are valuable in esg.
- high school students can start local sustainability initiatives.
- esg work involves cross-departmental collaboration—from hr to finance.
- measuring environmental and social impact leads to better decisions.
- regulations are increasing the demand for esg reporting and assurance.
- student voices can drive real institutional change.
- esg is as much a mindset as it is a career path.
- sustainability work can align with any discipline—from arts to ai.