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AI, Technology & Innovation

Infuse Python into Accounting (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR

Overview

Data analytics and automation are becoming increasingly important skills for accounting professionals. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to Python and demonstrates how it can be used to automate accounting processes, streamline data analysis, and produce professional outputs such as reports, visualizations, PDFs, webpages, and Excel workbooks. Participants will gain practical insights into applying modern analytics tools to improve efficiency and enhance accounting workflows.


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

 

Course Description

As organizations continue to generate larger volumes of data, accounting professionals can benefit from tools that automate routine tasks and improve analytical capabilities. This practical workshop uses a comprehensive accounting project to demonstrate how Python can be applied to data processing, analysis, visualization, and reporting. Participants will explore the intersection of accounting and analytics, develop more efficient workflows, and gain exposure to emerging technologies and trends that are shaping the future of the profession.

Applicable for

Analysts who work with detailed data and want to improve data processing, cleaning, visualization, and reporting capabilities using powerful open-source tools.

Managers seeking new approaches to improve reporting efficiency, increase team productivity, and better understand emerging analytics technologies and opportunities.

Accounting and finance professionals with a basic understanding of Python, R, or similar analytical tools who want to expand their data analytics and automation skills.

Learning Objectives

  • Set up Python and related tools to support data analytics workflows.
  • Import, process, visualize, and export data using Python as part of an end-to-end analytics workflow.
  • Automate accounting and reporting processes using Python.
  • Apply key analytics concepts and approaches to support successful data-driven projects.
  • Evaluate current trends in analytics, data technology, and cloud computing that are relevant to accounting professionals.

Content

  • Setting up Python for data analytics
  • Importing, processing, and managing data with Python
  • Creating data visualizations and analytical outputs
  • Automating accounting and reporting workflows
  • Producing professional outputs including PDFs, webpages, and Excel workbooks
  • Applying an analytics mindset to accounting projects
  • Current trends in analytics, data technology, and cloud computing

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 11, 2026
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Online Virtual
Jianyuan (Andy) Hu
Jianyuan(Andy) Hu has over 10 years of combined experience in accounting, financial planning, and analytics engineering. Andy is enthusiastic in helping organizations maximize their data and decision-making potential. Andy has proven successful in central accounting/finance, IT financial planning, academic faculty, ERP system migration, and institutional planning. Andy has led various initiatives: building enterprise datastore, implementing enterprise-grade analytics/data visualization, automating business processes and many others. These value-adding projects better assist and inform management at different levels while alleviating reporting burdens. As a CPA since 2020, Andy's educational background encompasses Master of Accountancy and Master of Management Analytics. Andy is also certified as Microsoft Trainer and as Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: C63815A_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Course Details
Cost
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable
Interested in similar content?
Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

AI, Technology & Innovation

Infuse Python into Accounting (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Course Details
Cost
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable

Overview

Data analytics and automation are becoming increasingly important skills for accounting professionals. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to Python and demonstrates how it can be used to automate accounting processes, streamline data analysis, and produce professional outputs such as reports, visualizations, PDFs, webpages, and Excel workbooks. Participants will gain practical insights into applying modern analytics tools to improve efficiency and enhance accounting workflows.


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

 

Course Description

As organizations continue to generate larger volumes of data, accounting professionals can benefit from tools that automate routine tasks and improve analytical capabilities. This practical workshop uses a comprehensive accounting project to demonstrate how Python can be applied to data processing, analysis, visualization, and reporting. Participants will explore the intersection of accounting and analytics, develop more efficient workflows, and gain exposure to emerging technologies and trends that are shaping the future of the profession.

Applicable for

Analysts who work with detailed data and want to improve data processing, cleaning, visualization, and reporting capabilities using powerful open-source tools.

Managers seeking new approaches to improve reporting efficiency, increase team productivity, and better understand emerging analytics technologies and opportunities.

Accounting and finance professionals with a basic understanding of Python, R, or similar analytical tools who want to expand their data analytics and automation skills.

Learning Objectives

  • Set up Python and related tools to support data analytics workflows.
  • Import, process, visualize, and export data using Python as part of an end-to-end analytics workflow.
  • Automate accounting and reporting processes using Python.
  • Apply key analytics concepts and approaches to support successful data-driven projects.
  • Evaluate current trends in analytics, data technology, and cloud computing that are relevant to accounting professionals.

Content

  • Setting up Python for data analytics
  • Importing, processing, and managing data with Python
  • Creating data visualizations and analytical outputs
  • Automating accounting and reporting workflows
  • Producing professional outputs including PDFs, webpages, and Excel workbooks
  • Applying an analytics mindset to accounting projects
  • Current trends in analytics, data technology, and cloud computing

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 11, 2026
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Online Virtual
Jianyuan (Andy) Hu
Jianyuan(Andy) Hu has over 10 years of combined experience in accounting, financial planning, and analytics engineering. Andy is enthusiastic in helping organizations maximize their data and decision-making potential. Andy has proven successful in central accounting/finance, IT financial planning, academic faculty, ERP system migration, and institutional planning. Andy has led various initiatives: building enterprise datastore, implementing enterprise-grade analytics/data visualization, automating business processes and many others. These value-adding projects better assist and inform management at different levels while alleviating reporting burdens. As a CPA since 2020, Andy's educational background encompasses Master of Accountancy and Master of Management Analytics. Andy is also certified as Microsoft Trainer and as Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: C63815A_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Interested in similar content?
Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.