The AI-Ready CPA: Leading Finance Through Change
Overview
The finance profession is undergoing a profound transformation driven by AI, automation, and increasing market pressures. To stay ahead, CPAs must not only adapt to these changes but also lead the way in innovation and strategic decision-making.
This session will explore the key pressures shaping finance today, how AI is revolutionizing financial functions, and what CPAs can do to develop a future-ready mindset. Participants will gain practical insights on leveraging AI for process optimization, strategic advisory, and client service enhancements. The session will also cover leadership strategies to champion AI adoption and foster a culture of innovation within their organizations.
By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with actionable steps to integrate AI into their roles, drive business value, and position themselves as influential change leaders in the evolving finance landscape.
Highlights
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Intended for everyone
Objectives
- List the reasons for resistance to AI initiatives
- Recall methods for identifying opportunities to implement AI
- Identify steps to successfully implement change.
Notice
This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by AICPA.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Jennifer Elder, Founder, The Sustainable CFO, Jennifer H Elder Dba/The Sustainable CFO
Jennifer Elder, CSP, CPA, CGMA, CSCA is an executive coach who helps smart professionals transform from technically talented to strategically savvy. If you want to be more productive, have more of an impact, and maintain your organization’s ethical standards, Jennifer can deliver interactive and engaging training sessions. In 2022, Jennifer received the Women Who Count award in education by the Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance (AFWA). In 2018, Jennifer earned the designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP). Making her one of only 15 people worldwide who hold both the CPA and CSP designations. CPA Practice Advisor named Jennifer one of the Top 25 Women in Accounting in 2018. She currently volunteers on the boards of several organizations including the New Hampshire Board of Accountancy, the Northeast Regional Council of the IMA, and Jennifer chairs the CSP Committee of the National Speakers Association.
Non-Member Price $89.00
Member Price $75.00