AI in Accounting - Cutting through the hype

NEW EVENT

📅 Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
⏰ Time: 12.30PM-2.00PM
📍 Venue: Level 1/99 William Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

AI is rapidly changing the way finance and accounting teams work, but for many organisations, the challenge is knowing where to start, what is genuinely useful, and how to manage the risks.

This interactive roundtable will take a practical look at how AI and automation are being used across accounting and finance functions today. The session will explore real-world opportunities, common barriers, risk considerations and the skills finance teams will need as AI becomes more embedded in day-to-day workflows.

Key session takeaways:

• How AI and automation are reshaping accounting and finance functions
• Practical areas where AI can support reporting, analysis, compliance and process improvement
• How to identify realistic opportunities for automation within your team
• Key risks to consider, including data quality, governance, privacy and compliance
• How finance professionals can adapt and build capability in an AI-enabled workplace
• Practical steps to help your organisation start small, test ideas and measure impact

This session is ideal for finance leaders, accounting professionals, operational managers and decision-makers who want a practical, accessible discussion on AI adoption in finance. Expect a grounded conversation focused on what is realistic, useful and relevant for teams in 2026.