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Generative AI Strategy for Accountants (On-Demand - Wasny)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
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Overview

This brand-new 2026 course, developed entirely from scratch using the latest generation of AI research applications, provides a concise overview of how generative artificial intelligence is reshaping the accounting profession and how firms can build a practical strategy for responsible adoption. Participants will explore real-world case studies from global, mid-tier, and boutique accounting firms demonstrating how AI is transforming tax research, audit workflows, bookkeeping operations, financial planning, and client advisory services.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Course Description

The course introduces a structured “Trusted Acceleration” framework that enables professionals to deploy AI tools while protecting data integrity, professional judgment, and regulatory compliance. Through examples drawn from dozens of firms across North America, participants will learn how AI can compress research time, automate routine accounting processes, and unlock new advisory capabilities while avoiding the governance failures that have caused well-publicized technology setbacks. The program emphasizes the importance of governance, verification, and measurement to ensure that AI adoption produces real value rather than unmanaged risk.

Applicable for

This course is designed for CPAs, accountants, finance leaders, and professional advisors seeking to develop a practical and defensible strategy for integrating generative AI into their firms or finance functions.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the strategic drivers accelerating AI adoption in accounting firms
  • Examine real-world AI implementation case studies across firm sizes and functions
  • Analyze operational accounting workflows suitable for AI augmentation or automation
  • Evaluate governance frameworks that support responsible AI deployment
  • Apply the Trusted Acceleration model to classify and prioritize AI use cases
  • Assess key performance indicators that measure the value and risks of AI adoption
  • Develop a structured roadmap for integrating generative AI into accounting practice

Content

  • The evolution of generative AI in the accounting profession
  • Case studies of AI adoption across Big Four, mid-tier, and small firms
  • AI applications in tax research, audit, and assurance workflows
  • AI automation in bookkeeping, payroll, and financial close processes
  • AI-enabled management accounting, FP&A, and data modernization
  • The Trusted Acceleration framework and risk-tier model for AI use cases
  • Governance structures, adoption phases, and KPIs for measuring AI success

Course Content Created: May 2025

Course Content Updated: March 2026

The information is current as of the creation  or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.

Presenter

Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

About This Product

On-Demand Courses by Garrett Wasny. Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP is an independent digital skills advisor to accountants worldwide.  His courses focus on the intersection of accounting and technology, and provide guidance to practitioners on how to prosper in this dynamic age.  The sessions demystify emerging cloud, mobile, and social applications, and explain in plain language how financial professionals can use these online tools to build trust, solve problems, and create new value.  The presentations reveal how practitioners can build on their core knowledge as financial stewards and develop new digital competencies as strategic advisors, cross-domain thinkers, and integrated reporters.  You’ll walk away from his courses future-ready, tech-powered, and technically prepared to take on a storm of business disruption.

Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.

How to get started

Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.

What you can expect 

An optional exercise will be available to further your learning.

Course Dates & Registration

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Course Details
Cost
$89
Members
$99
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.

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

Generative AI Strategy for Accountants (On-Demand - Wasny)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
You are currently viewing the description and registration page for the Online On-Demand delivery format. To view and register for other available formats, click on your selection below.
Other Available Formats
Course Details
Cost
$89
Members
$99
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits

Overview

This brand-new 2026 course, developed entirely from scratch using the latest generation of AI research applications, provides a concise overview of how generative artificial intelligence is reshaping the accounting profession and how firms can build a practical strategy for responsible adoption. Participants will explore real-world case studies from global, mid-tier, and boutique accounting firms demonstrating how AI is transforming tax research, audit workflows, bookkeeping operations, financial planning, and client advisory services.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Course Description

The course introduces a structured “Trusted Acceleration” framework that enables professionals to deploy AI tools while protecting data integrity, professional judgment, and regulatory compliance. Through examples drawn from dozens of firms across North America, participants will learn how AI can compress research time, automate routine accounting processes, and unlock new advisory capabilities while avoiding the governance failures that have caused well-publicized technology setbacks. The program emphasizes the importance of governance, verification, and measurement to ensure that AI adoption produces real value rather than unmanaged risk.

Applicable for

This course is designed for CPAs, accountants, finance leaders, and professional advisors seeking to develop a practical and defensible strategy for integrating generative AI into their firms or finance functions.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the strategic drivers accelerating AI adoption in accounting firms
  • Examine real-world AI implementation case studies across firm sizes and functions
  • Analyze operational accounting workflows suitable for AI augmentation or automation
  • Evaluate governance frameworks that support responsible AI deployment
  • Apply the Trusted Acceleration model to classify and prioritize AI use cases
  • Assess key performance indicators that measure the value and risks of AI adoption
  • Develop a structured roadmap for integrating generative AI into accounting practice

Content

  • The evolution of generative AI in the accounting profession
  • Case studies of AI adoption across Big Four, mid-tier, and small firms
  • AI applications in tax research, audit, and assurance workflows
  • AI automation in bookkeeping, payroll, and financial close processes
  • AI-enabled management accounting, FP&A, and data modernization
  • The Trusted Acceleration framework and risk-tier model for AI use cases
  • Governance structures, adoption phases, and KPIs for measuring AI success

Course Content Created: May 2025

Course Content Updated: March 2026

The information is current as of the creation  or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.

Presenter

Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

About This Product

On-Demand Courses by Garrett Wasny. Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP is an independent digital skills advisor to accountants worldwide.  His courses focus on the intersection of accounting and technology, and provide guidance to practitioners on how to prosper in this dynamic age.  The sessions demystify emerging cloud, mobile, and social applications, and explain in plain language how financial professionals can use these online tools to build trust, solve problems, and create new value.  The presentations reveal how practitioners can build on their core knowledge as financial stewards and develop new digital competencies as strategic advisors, cross-domain thinkers, and integrated reporters.  You’ll walk away from his courses future-ready, tech-powered, and technically prepared to take on a storm of business disruption.

Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.

How to get started

Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.

What you can expect 

An optional exercise will be available to further your learning.

Course Dates & Registration

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.

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.