Artificial Intelligence in Accounting And Managerial Accountant Roles

Posted by Cedric Joshua Martinez
Mar 06, 2018
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Let's begin with a reassuring fact - management accountants do not have to worry about being replaced by robots anytime soon.

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However, we cannot deny the significant advancements made in artificial intelligence (AI) development. AI has moved beyond merely taking on mundane tasks and has now become an essential tool for professionals to make more informed decisions. With the ability to gather, manage and analyze data, AI technology is now playing an integral role in assisting professionals with complex tasks. 

 

How Are Managerial Accountant Roles Changing With AI? 

As the development of AI technology continues to evolve, its impact on managerial accountants is becoming increasingly significant. The role of managerial accountants is to provide crucial accounting information to a company's management team, which aids in making informed decisions. The integration of AI in financial and accounting services is transforming the way these professionals work and it is essential to assess how this technology is redefining their roles. 

 

With artificial intelligence entering financial and accounting services, management accountants can now quickly process and analyze vast amounts of financial data from multiple sources, providing valuable insights into business performance and trends. This, in turn, enables professionals to make informed decisions and develop effective strategies to achieve financial objectives. 

 

Additionally, the impact of artificial intelligence in financial services goes beyond just the efficiency of data processing. It also presents opportunities for new areas of specialization and requires management accountants to develop new skill sets to remain competitive in the job market.  

 

Related:  Developing Resilience: Skills Needed for Accounting Teams 

 

More time for analysis and advice, less time encoding. 

With the advent of AI, managerial accountants are now able to maximize their time and focus on tasks that require their analytical skills. One of the most significant benefits of AI in accounting is the automation of data entry through receipt scanning tools and software. This automation eliminates the tedious and time-consuming task of manual encoding, allowing accountants to allocate their time to more complex and analytical tasks. 

  

In addition, AI-powered tools and software enable managerial accountants to access live ledgers, eliminating the need to wait for data delivery from other professionals. This real-time access to data allows accountants to have a better understanding of the company's financial health and make well-informed decisions. 

  

Furthermore, AI can be utilized to analyze contracts and other financial documents, saving time and effort for managerial accountants. With AI's ability to quickly and accurately identify relevant information, accountants can spend less time sifting through lengthy documents and more time on analysis and providing critical advice to management.  

  

Better Data Accuracy and Results 

Data accuracy ensures that your organization is making decisions based on the right information, reducing the likelihood of costly mistakes. 

 

One of the most significant challenges that organizations face is the risk of human error in data entry. Even the most skilled data encoders can make mistakes, resulting in inaccurate data and poor decision-making. Automating tasks using AI helps mitigate these risks, as AI-powered systems are designed to perform deep quality checks based on the conditions set by the user. 

  

In addition to reducing errors, AI-powered systems can also help save time and costs. With automated tasks, organizations can reallocate their employees' time and resources to focus on other critical tasks. 

 

Read Next: Data Preparation for Analytics: Preparing Your Company for AI 

 

Upscaling Finance and Accounting Skills 

With more time in doing high-level tasks and new techniques to apply, managerial accountants have new resources to take their roles further and provide better information for their company’s use. 

 

Machine learning has enabled AI to learn from the data and tasks that it processes. This means that artificial intelligence can improve its performance in providing you with insights that can be more relevant to managerial accountants like yourself 

  

As the pace of technological innovation accelerates, the potential for AI to transform the accounting and finance industry continues to grow. By upscaling their skills and embracing new technologies, managerial accountants can stay ahead of the curve and position themselves as indispensable assets to their organizations. 

 

The next steps for accountants and businesses 

There’s no stopping the world from heading towards a more digitalized future. As long as there are technological wins, the best thing accountants and entities can do is to accept and adapt to the changes it brings.  

 

Accountants, as with any other professionals, should continually upskill to meet the new demands of the job market. Organizations, on the other hand, should find out how to utilize and invest in technology to make their business operations more efficient. By embracing machine learning, accountants and businesses can maintain their competitiveness.  

 

D&V Philippines is committed to providing our clients with exceptional talents who have extensive knowledge in cloud accounting solutions and business analytics. Our managerial accountants are equipped with the latest skills and expertise to help modern accounting firms navigate the complexities of AI in accounting. If you need more staff like them in your firm, you may get in touch with us now. 

You can also download our whitepaper, Finding the Right Talents: D&V Philippines’ Solutions to Modern Accounting Firms, to learn more about the solutions we have for you. 

 

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This post was first published 06 March 2018 and edited 18 May 2023. Edited by: Angelica Garcia   

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