Intelligent Accounting: Exploring AI and RPA Applications
Author: Cory Campbell
| CPE Credit: |
2 hours for CPAs |
Advancements in technology improve our lives by offering significant benefits in terms of speed, accuracy, and productivity. Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics process automation (RPA) allow us to re-imagine new ways to add value to the firm by transforming the way we think about our internal processes. Emergent technologies such as AI and RPA necessitate continuous learning and relearning that will have a profound effect on the accounting profession. As AI and RPA become the norm, what is the impact for skills and workforce transitions required for the future of work? Participants will delve into the practical applications of AI and RPA in accounting, gaining the expertise needed to thrive in an era where intelligent technologies are reshaping the accounting landscape.
Publication Date: November 2025
Topics Covered
- Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation and their specific applications in accounting processes
- Strategies for strategically implementing AI and RPA technologies into accounting workflows
- Risks, Ethical Considerations, and Professional Skepticism
- Key skills for the future of work in this AI/BOT enabled world
Learning Objectives
- State the fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation and explain their relevance to accounting
- Identify the integration of AI and RPA into accounting processes, identifying areas for increased efficiency and reduced manual efforts
- Identify how to apply AI and RPA solutions to accounting challenges
- Identify which type of BOT is best suited for repetitive processes with consistent patterns and large data volumes
- Identify a key benefit of using a BOT
- Identify the range of the failure rate of initial RPA implementations
Level
Basic
Instructional Method
Self-Study
NASBA Field of Study
Information Technology (2 hours)
Program Prerequisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
