Description

This course provides a concise overview of how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping financial oversight in the global manufacturing sector. With factories evolving into digital ecosystems powered by intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and edge computing, the role of accounting and finance professionals is rapidly transforming. Participants will explore how AI technologies intersect with core financial functions-cost accounting, audit, tax compliance, and financial planning-while enabling real-time reporting, fraud detection, and predictive decision-making. Drawing on current global trends and real-world case studies, the course offers actionable insights into integrating AI into financial operations, elevating the strategic role of accounting in manufacturing enterprises.

This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

Instructor: Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

Target Audience

This course is ideal for accountants, auditors, controllers, CFOs, and finance professionals in manufacturing who seek to understand and lead AI-powered transformation in financial oversight.

Course Objectives

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...Analyze the benefits and limitations of predictive analytics in cost managementApply AI tools to improve audit accuracy and timelinessEvaluate the role of AI in real-time financial reporting and forecastingDesign frameworks for ethical AI governance in financial systemsInterpret AI-generated insights for tax compliance and strategic decisionsFormulate strategies for integrating AI into traditional accounting workflow

Subjects

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Intelligent automation and dark factoriesPredictive maintenance and real-time cost trackingAI-enabled financial reporting and dashboardsContinuous auditing and anomaly detectionTax compliance automation and transfer pricing AIData governance and cybersecurity in financial systemsWorkforce reskilling and AI-augmented financial roles

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with manufacturing operations is recommended.