A recent MIT-Boston Consulting study of over 3,000 companies found that 80% believed AI (artificial intelligence) would give them a competitive advantage. What’s more, we are seeing the use of AI and RPA (robotic process automation) creeping into the business world, and more specifically into various accounting functions.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
In this practical webinar, you will learn the definition of AI and RPA, with particular reference to how they apply to accounting. You will look at how these functions are being used in accounting today and how they might be used in the future. You will also learn about skills that will be in demand with relation to the use of these new technologies in accounting, as well as some recommendations on how attendees can acquire those skills.
AREA COVERED
- Artificial intelligence
- Robotic process automation
- Bots
- Applications to the accounting function
- How this will impact accounts payable
- Skillsets needed
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Define Artificial Intelligence (AI) and RPA (Robotic Process Automation), as they relate to accounting
- Identify situations where you can use AI and RPA in your organization
- Plan for future applications of AI and RPA
- Identify new skills needed to succeed in accounting in the future
- Create an action plan for acquiring needed skills
WHO WILL BENEFIT?
- Accountants
- Controllers
- CFOs
- Auditors
- Accounting Managers
In this practical webinar, you will learn the definition of AI and RPA, with particular reference to how they apply to accounting. You will look at how these functions are being used in accounting today and how they might be used in the future. You will also learn about skills that will be in demand with relation to the use of these new technologies in accounting, as well as some recommendations on how attendees can acquire those skills.
- Artificial intelligence
- Robotic process automation
- Bots
- Applications to the accounting function
- How this will impact accounts payable
- Skillsets needed
- Define Artificial Intelligence (AI) and RPA (Robotic Process Automation), as they relate to accounting
- Identify situations where you can use AI and RPA in your organization
- Plan for future applications of AI and RPA
- Identify new skills needed to succeed in accounting in the future
- Create an action plan for acquiring needed skills
- Accountants
- Controllers
- CFOs
- Auditors
- Accounting Managers
Speaker Profile
Mary S. Schaeffer
Mary S. Schaeffer is the founder of AP Now, a B2B organization focused on creating business intelligence around the accounts payable and payment functions. She has written 18 business books and is a frequent and popular speaker at both online and live events. Schaeffer has created a number of CPE self-study courses, customized training and online training events. She is the developer of the Accounts Payable Best Practice Certificate program. Previously she held positions as an Assistant Treasurer for the Equitable Life Assurance Society, a Financial Risk Manager for O&Y and a Corporate Cash Manager for Continental Grain. She has …
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