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Essential AI tools for accountants

Gain valuable insights into how AI is reshaping traditional accounting processes

Overview

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This AI essentials course introduces accounting and auditing professionals to the practical applications of artificial intelligence in their field. Covering foundational technologies like machine learning, NLP, RPA, and ChatGPT, alongside ethical and governance considerations, the content equips learners with the knowledge and tools to responsibly integrate AI into workflows, enhance efficiency, and drive smarter decision-making in modern accounting practices.

By completing this course, you will understand:

  • the fundamentals of AI and its key components — machine learning, natural language processing, and robotic process automation — and how they apply to accounting and auditing tasks
  • how to implement privacy-by-design principles, conduct data protection impact assessments, and uphold robust data governance and cybersecurity measures within AI-integrated systems
  • how to apply AI for continuous monitoring of policies, controls, transactions, and KPIs to improve risk detection, fraud prevention, and audit effectiveness
  • the use of ChatGPT for answering basic accounting questions, including fundamental concepts like the accounting equation, GAAP, and IFRS
  • the application of real-world NLP solutions to accounting tasks, such as analysing customer feedback, managing contracts, and monitoring compliance
  • how ML tools integrate into existing accounting systems, including practical considerations for model training, algorithm selection, and deployment in real business settings.

Modules included in the course:

  • Introduction to artificial intelligence in accounting and auditing
  • AI ethics and governance for accountants
  • AI tools for accountants
  • ChatGPT prompts for accountants
  • Natural language processing for accountants
  • Introduction to machine learning for accountants.
  • This course consists of multiple modules and units. Each module includes video lectures, reading materials, quizzes and practical examples to enhance your understanding. 
  • CPD certificate is available upon successful completion of the course. 
  • Course produced by Learnsignal.
  • 12-months access.

Price

Price 299.99 GBP

Location

Global

Date & time

On demand

Course providers

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