Description

This is a rebroadcast from AICPA ENGAGE 2026.

The finance profession is evolving rapidly thanks to advances in artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and data analytics.

These tools are transforming traditional roles and creating new opportunities for finance professionals to add strategic value.

Organizations that invest in the right skills today will be better positioned to navigate change, drive innovation, and attract top talent.

This webcast explores the capabilities finance professionals need to succeed in an increasingly digital environment.

You'll gain practical insights into:

- Developing technical expertise

- Strengthening leadership skills

- Creating career pathways that support long-term growth and engagement

Whether you're leading a finance team or planning your own career development, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to prepare for what's next.

Key features and benefits:

- Explore the technological, analytical, and leadership skills shaping the future of finance

- Learn effective approaches to upskilling and reskilling finance teams

- Discover strategies for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent

- Identify modern career pathways that support workforce flexibility and engagement

- Apply research-backed practices to build a high-performing, future-ready finance organization

Instructor: Barry Payne,Chris Gillette,Natalie Weaver

Target Audience

Corporate finance professionals and controllers

Course Objectives

· Identify the key technological, analytical, and leadership capabilities finance professionals need to succeed as automation and AI transform the finance function.

· Determine effective upskilling and reskilling strategies that help finance teams build fluency in data analytics, digital tools, and strategic decision‑making.

· Apply research-backed practices for attracting, developing, and retaining top finance talent to build a future-ready and high-performing finance organization.

· Identify flexible career pathways and talent‑development models that support modern finance professionals and strengthen long‑term team engagement.

Subjects

· Artificial intelligence (AI)

· Finance workforce development

· Data analytics

· Automation and digital transformation

· Leadership and talent management

Prerequisites

3-4 years in the profession

Advanced Preparation

3-4 years in the profession