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AI and Accounting - What You Need to Know (Course Id 2267)

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Author:

Kelen Camehl, CPA, MBA

Course Length:

Pages: 73 ||| Word Count: 24,090 ||| Review Questions: 20 ||| Final Exam Questions: 20

CPE Credits:

4.0

IRS Credits:

0

Price:

$35.95

Passing Score:

70%

Course Type:

Text
AI and Accounting - What You Need to Know - CPE course for CPAs

Technical Designation:

Technical

Field Of Study:

Specialized Knowledge

Approved Audience:

NASBA QAS - NASBA Registry

Key Takeaways:

This course provides a mid length overview of Artificial Intelligence in accounting, focusing on key AI concepts, data analysis and reporting applications, and organizational implementation considerations.

  • Covers key AI concepts and their application to data analysis and reporting in accounting.
  • Explains how organizations can implement AI solutions and the factors to weigh during adoption.
  • Concludes with a discussion of common challenges and barriers to AI adoption.
  • Worth 4.0 CPE credits in Computer Software and Applications as a self study text course on AI and accounting essentials, requiring a 20 question final exam preceded by 20 review questions and a 70% passing score.

Frequently Asked Questions:

This course establishes a foundation in AI concepts before moving into how organizations can implement AI solutions.

This course covers factors organizations should consider when implementing AI accounting software solutions.

This course concludes with a discussion of common challenges and barriers organizations face when adopting AI.

AI and Accounting What You Need to Know is a Technical, self study text course in Specialized Knowledge worth 4.0 CPE credits, requiring a 20 question final exam preceded by 20 review questions (optional) at a 70% passing score. CPEthink is approved by NASBA as a CPE sponsor and lists this course on the NASBA site as a courtesy for CPAs to search https://nasba.org.

Description:

This course provides an overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in accounting.  This course includes a detailed discussion of key AI concepts as well as its use in data analysis and reporting.  This course also provides an overview of how organizations can implement AI solutions as well as the factors to consider when implementing these software solutions.  This course concludes with a discussion of the common challenges and barriers to AI adoption.  

Usage Rank:

147037

Release:

2024

Version:

1.0

Prerequisites:

None.

Experience Level:

Overview

Additional Contents:

Complete, no additional material needed.

Additional Links:

Advance Preparation:

None.

Delivery Method:

QAS Self Study

Intended Participants:

Anyone needing Continuing Professional Education (CPE).

Revision Date:

04-Jun-2026

NASBA Course Declaration:

Participants must complete the final examination within one year of purchase and with a minimum passing grade of 70% or better to receive CPE credit unless otherwise noted on the Course History page (i.e. California Ethics must score 90% or better). After logging in click on the Course History links on your My Courses page for the Begin date and Expire date for the Final Exam.

Keywords:

AI and Accounting - What You Need to Know - CPE course for CPAs

Learning Objectives:


Chapter 1
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Upon completion of this chapter, you will be able to:
  • Identify key concepts related to AI
  • Recognize subsets of machine learning
  • Identify key characteristics of deep learning
  • Recognize how AI can be used in the accounting profession

Chapter 2
AI Technologies in Accounting Software

Upon completion of this chapter, you will be able to:
  • Identify key differences in traditional vs. AI-driven accounting software
  • Recognize examples of various types of AI accounting software

Chapter 3
Using AI for Data Analysis and Reporting

Upon completion of this chapter, you will be able to:
  • Identify AI tools like OCR and NLP for data extraction
  • Recognize AI algorithms for data cleansing
  • Identify data normalization and AI techniques
  • Identify AI-driven forecasting techniques for accurate predictions

Chapter 4
Considerations When Adopting AI

Upon completion of this chapter, you will be able to:
  • Recognize readiness factors for AI adoption in organizations
  • Identify steps for integrating AI into existing processes and workflows
  • Recognize the importance of training and upskilling employees
  • Identify common challenges and strategies for AI adoption in organizations


Course Contents:

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Learning Objectives

Introduction

AI Key Concepts

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

Natural Language Processing

Algorithms

History and Evolution of AI

Significance of AI in the Accounting Profession

Conclusion

Review Questions

Chapter 2 - AI Technologies in Accounting Software

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Traditional vs. AI Accounting Software

Types of AI Accounting Software

Automated Data Entry Tools

Tax Preparation Software

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Software

Fraud Detection Software

Expense Management Systems

Robotic Process Automation

Ethical Implications of Adopting AI Technologies

Safeguarding Data

Conclusion

Review Questions

Chapter 3 - Using AI for Data Analysis and Reporting

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Using AI for Data Extraction, Cleansing, and Normalization

Data Extraction

Data Cleansing

Data Normalization

Automated Financial Analysis and Forecasting with AI

Financial Analysis

Financial Forecasting

Generating Insights from Financial Data using AI Algorithms

Enhancing Reporting Capabilities with AI-Powered Tools

Conclusion

Review Questions

Chapter 4 - Considerations When Adopting AI

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Assessing Readiness for AI Adoption

Technological Infrastructure

Data Availability & Quality

Organizational Culture & Readiness

Integrating AI into Existing Workflows

Training & Upskilling Staff

Common Challenges & Barriers to AI Adoption

Conclusion

Review Questions

Glossary of Key Terms

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