AI for CPAs - How it Works and How to Apply it
4.00 Credits
Member Price $149
Non-Member Price $169
Overview
Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini and many others are transforming the digital landscape of virtually every business, including CPA firms. We will demystify the complex world of generative AI in this informative session designed specifically for CPAs. We will break down the nuts and bolts of how generative AI works, making the technical aspects accessible and relevant. Equip yourself with the foundational knowledge to leverage AI in your practice or business. You will learn multiple examples of how you can apply generative AI tools in accounting, finance and tax to boost your team’s productivity and improve the quality of your work product.
This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Highlights
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:
- Fundamentals of machine learning and AI algorithms
- How generative AI models like ChatGPT function
- Practical examples of generative AI in accounting, finance and tax
- Key terminologies and concepts simplified
- AI Agents for process automation
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Anyone who wants to develop a comprehensive foundation of knowledge about generative AI and its potential for CPAs.
Objectives
After attending this presentation, you will be able to...
- Recognize the nature of generative AI and how it can be applied in the world of CPAs
- Recall key concepts and terminology associated with this rapidly evolving technology
Preparation
None
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
John Higgins, Owner, CPA Crossings, LLC Two Commerce Square
John H. Higgins, CPA.CITP is the co-founder of CPA Crossings and has been helping CPAs leverage technology for more than 25 years. He is a CPA with a strong background in information technology and is a nationally recognized author and speaker on accounting and tax technology. Higgins, and his CPA Crossings cofounder Bryan Smith, recently authored “Ten Steps to a Digital Practice via the Cloud” which has been published by the AICPA. Higgins has been recognized as a Top 20 Thought Leader in the Profession from the CPA Practice Advisor Magazine for the past two years.
Non-Member Price $169
Member Price $149