Cambridge
Academy
In London

Introduction

AI is automating repetitive accounting tasks such as bookkeeping, reconciliation, and reporting. This course helps accountants adopt AI for efficiency, accuracy, and strategic contribution.

Objectives

- Learn AI applications in bookkeeping and reporting.

- Automate repetitive accounting tasks.

- Apply AI for reconciliation and financial close.

- Enhance accuracy and reduce operational costs.

Audience

- Accountants

- Finance officers

- Controllers

- Accounting clerks

5-Day Outline

Day 1: AI in Accounting

- AI applications in accounting operations

- Tools: BlackLine, Xero AI, QuickBooks AI

- Benefits of AI in efficiency & accuracy

- Case study: AI adoption in corporate accounting

- Discussion: Shifting accountant roles in AI era

Day 2: Automating Bookkeeping Tasks

- AI in journal entries and ledger posting

- Smart categorization of expenses with AI

- AI in invoice management and accounts payable

- Demo: AI-powered accounting software

- Workshop: Automating expense categorization

Day 3: AI in Reconciliation & Financial Close

- AI-assisted bank reconciliation

- Automating intercompany reconciliations

- Speeding up financial close with AI

- Case study: Fast-close accounting with AI tools

- Exercise: AI reconciliation simulation

Day 4: Reporting & Analytics with AI

- AI-powered financial reporting

- Natural language reporting (NLR) in accounting

- Visualizing accounting data with AI dashboards

- Tools for automated tax reporting with AI

- Workshop: Create AI-driven financial reports

Day 5: The Future of Accounting with AI

- The augmented accountant role

- Ethical concerns of AI in accounting

- Group project: Build an AI-automated accounting cycle

- Peer review & feedback

- Wrap-up & certification