Artificial Intelligence (AI) Coverage

Report: AI speeds up work but fails to deliver real business value

Organizations are capturing speed through AI, but much of the reclaimed time is spent correcting or rewriting low-quality AI output, a global report says.

CFOs signal crucial role that technology will play in 2026

Confidence among finance leaders at large companies rises along with their expectations about the impact that artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies will have in the coming year.

Getting unstuck by rethinking processes, people, and AI

What happens when a CPA firm leans into AI and finds a way to ditch busy season? The leader of a small firm shares results and the lessons learned. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

Simple but effective AI use cases for CAS

Discover a six-step process to implement artificial intelligence and explore examples with specific tools.

Shaping AI governance and controls

Bradley Niedzielski, National Business Controls Advisory Leader, and Audit & Assurance partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP, discusses why broad controls and strong governance are important when implementing AI.

AI and the audit: Finance leaders strongly support forward-thinking firms

Nearly all CFOs and finance directors in a BDO survey say they would pay more to work with audit firms that rely on artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies.

Writing an effective AI prompt for an audit

Explore AI in audit, SQMS documentation strategies, and fraud prevention insights from the November 2025 A&A Focus webcast for accounting professionals.

Lurking in the shadows: The costs of unapproved AI tools

“Shadow AI” use is rampant among company leadership and employees alike, a practice that exposes businesses to significant financial and reputational risks.

A new frontier: CPAs as AI system evaluators

Artificial intelligence has a trust problem. CPAs have the credibility and skill sets to address the issue.

Creating an AI agent in ChatGPT

ChatGPT’s agent can set complex goals, create a plan to meet those goals, and adapt to changing circumstances.

AI-powered hacking in accounting: ‘No one is safe’

Artificial intelligence is producing scary good cyberattacks, but CPAs can take steps to lower their risk of being a victim.

AI-driven spreadsheet tools — what CPAs need to know

Emerging AI-enabled, automated data management tools such as Paradigm have the potential to challenge Excel’s current market dominance.

Incorporating prompt engineering into the accounting curriculum

It is imperative that accountants learn how to write effective instructions for generative AI applications like ChatGPT.

Calculating AI’s impact on CPAs: New study quantifies time savings

Researchers determine the real difference that generative AI can have on the average accountant in terms of time spent on routine data entry versus time available for client support and billable hours.

Accounting automation’s intelligent future

Unlike robotic process automation, intelligent process automation has advanced AI that can assist with judgments previously only CPAs could handle.

Real-life ways accountants are using AI

From mail automation to technical memos to data analysis and marketing, CPAs are transforming their work processes.

Agentic AI poised to change the way CPAs work

Find out what the next leap in the evolution of artificial intelligence is and how it may affect the way accountants do their job.

5 advanced ways to use ChatGPT

This column offers 5 ways to take your ChatGPT skills to the next level.

The ROI of generative AI: It’s growing rapidly, CFOs say

Nearly 9 in 10 survey respondents believe artificial intelligence is providing a “very positive” return on investment, and even more express high levels of trust in the technologies.

Gravitating to gen AI: CPA leaders show increased interest

More than 3 in 5 business executives surveyed by the AICPA are at least contemplating the use of generative AI, signaling that broad adoption could be around the corner.

How students use — and don’t use — ChatGPT

A study involving 390 students suggests a preference for using ChatGPT as a supplement to traditional resources, such as class notes and textbooks, to complete accounting assignments.

AI promises more efficiency but won’t replace auditors

The 2024 BDO Audit Innovation Survey found that 54% of leaders expect their audit firm to use artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies to enhance the audit experience, but the human element is irreplaceable.

More organizations are turning to AI in the finance function

Research finds a significant increase in the percentage of companies leaning into finance AI, even as many struggle to develop sufficient talent to oversee execution.

Increasing appetite for M&A, AI driving growth, survey finds

Leaders at private and newly public companies are optimistic about growth opportunities, although many view the pivotal role that artificial intelligence plays to be a double-edged sword.

A profitable path powered by AI: Benefits of becoming a ‘data master’

Research reveals how a comprehensive plan related to the relationship between data and artificial intelligence can pay dividends.

3 ways to use generative AI to save time today

Even if you’re concerned about risk related to tech tools like ChatGPT and Copilot, it’s possible to use them to improve day-to-day life at your organization — starting today.

Parting thought from ENGAGE: Don’t let tech changes overwhelm you

A tech-focused CPA explains why he prioritizes attending ENGAGE and discusses how roles are being changed rapidly by emerging technology. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.

How AI can drive a proactive approach to corporate finance

A finance leader looks back on a key early moment in his career and looks forward to the ways AI will help free up capacity for the finance function of tomorrow. Listen to the podcast or read the Q&A.

How accountants can appropriately rely on AI

A CPA and AI expert discusses some of the ethics questions around using AI in this podcast episode. Hear her words or read the Q&A.

Organizations moving forward with generative AI despite concerns, survey shows

More than 70% of finance executives have worries related to privacy, ethics, and accuracy, but some respondents in an AICPA & CIMA survey say they’re moving ahead with implementation of generative AI tools.

Tech roundtable: AI and automation go way beyond ChatGPT

There’s a lot more to artificial intelligence than ChatGPT. What is it and how will CPAs be affected? Find out from three top accounting technology experts in the latest episode of the JofA podcast, which includes a full transcript.

For all future bosses: A leader’s take on in-office work, AI, and more

Kimberly Ellison-Taylor explains why she’s energized by recent conference interactions and offers advice for those with leadership aspirations in this podcast episode with transcript.

Gen AI, business model transformation, and more with AICPA & CIMA CEO

The CEO of AICPA & CIMA explains how the move by private-equity investors into accounting is just one step in firm transformation and why a world “devoid of trust” needs accountants.

Why should CPAs understand ChatGPT?

Two accounting educators focused on generative AI provide a look into the future of tools such as ChatGPT in this podcast episode with transcript.

Hybrid intelligence: Working with AI instead of against it

An entrepreneur and keynote speaker explains why artificial intelligence can be embraced and appreciated, instead of feared, in this podcast episode with transcript.

Bots emerge as cyber threat for accounting firms

Hackers are now using bots to identify and attack cybersecurity vulnerabilities on a mass scale. What can accountants do to bolster their defenses? Find out from technology and cybersecurity expert Roman Kepczyk in the latest episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast.