Not Boring at All: The Real Work of Higher Ed Accounting

"We like to say we're not boring people, but we get excited about boring things," reflects NACUBO's Sue Menditto, senior director for accounting policy. In this episode, she joins Liz Clark, vice president for policy and research, to discuss higher education accounting, Sue's decades-long career contributing to accounting policy standards, and the evolution of the Higher Education Accounting Forum. From AI and workforce trends to financial reporting and policy shifts, they explore how the field has expanded beyond transactions to strategic decision-making. The conversation highlights the critical role of accounting professionals as translators, advisors, and leaders—and why this community continues to come together year after year. Additional Resources Connect with Liz on LinkedIn Connect with Sue on LinkedIn Learn more about the 2026 Higher Education Accounting Forum Explore NACUBO's accounting resources Meet the Accounting Principles Council Check out NACUBO's endowment management resources Read recent NACUBO coverage on FASB/GASB updates: GASB Issues Implementation Guide Exposure Draft NACUBO Accounting Principles Council Meets With FASB on Technical Improvements Check out NACUBO's other podcasts! Career Conversations CBO Speaks