Data Analytics - Practical Tips for Accountants and Auditors

Objectives

This session will demystify the world of data analytics and consider where firms could use data analysis tools and techniques in their accounting, assurance and audit services. It will also look at the wider audit and assurance tech stack and challenge firms to think about the gaps in their current provision.

Key Topics

• What is Data Analytics?
• What tools are available and what are the developments in this space?
• What should our Audit and Assurance tech stack look like?
• Is AI (Artificial Intelligence) part of the story, or a distraction?
• How can you use these tools and techniques in your day-to-day work to improve quality and client service, without a large increase in time and fees.

Who Should Attend

This session will be relevant for anyone involved in delivering accounting, assurance or audit services to clients.