Starting Your AI Journey (Autumn)

Objectives

This webinar has been designed to introduce accountants to Artificial Intelligence (AI) fundamentals. We will consider the distinction between AI and automation and how you can prepare for effective AI adoption in your accountancy practice.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of AI, machine learning, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and how these technologies can transform accounting processes and industry standards.

Key topics

• Defining AI and Automation: Clarify the differences between AI and automation, outlining how each operates and the unique benefits they offer to accounting practices.
• Core Concepts of AI and Machine Learning: Introduction to the basics of AI and machine learning, including how these technologies learn from data to perform tasks traditionally done by humans.
• Introduction to RPA: Discuss Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and its specific applications in automating routine accounting tasks.
• AI Applications in Accounting: Explore practical examples of how AI and machine learning are currently being used in the industry and how you can implement them in your practice.
• Impact of AI on the Accounting Industry: Discussion on the broader impacts of AI adoption in accounting, including changes in job roles, skill requirements, and the future landscape of the industry.

Who should attend

Any practitioners who are in the infancy of using AI in their firm or are yet to adopt advanced technologies such as RPA.