AI and Automation in Finance, Accounting
and Financial Reporting
18 – 22 January 2027
Sandton Centre
Johannesburg South Africa
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R17, 999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming finance and accounting by improving the accuracy of financial data, accelerating reporting processes, strengthening financial controls and supporting better business decision-making. Organisations across Africa are increasingly exploring digital solutions to reduce manual workloads, improve efficiency and enhance the quality of financial information.
This five-day training programme is designed to equip finance and accounting professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to understand and apply AI technologies and automation tools in their daily operations. Participants will explore automated accounting processes, AI-assisted financial analysis, digital financial reporting, fraud detection, budgeting, forecasting and data-driven decision-making.
The programme will also address data security, ethical considerations, accuracy, human oversight and the risks associated with using AI in financial operations. Through practical exercises and business case studies, participants will learn how to identify suitable automation opportunities and develop strategies for implementing AI responsibly within their organisations.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this training programme, participants will be able to:
• Understand the applications and benefits of AI and automation in finance and accounting.
• Identify repetitive financial tasks that can be automated to improve efficiency.
• Apply AI-assisted techniques to financial data analysis and interpretation.
• Improve the preparation and accuracy of financial reports using digital tools.
• Explore automation opportunities in accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger processes.
• Use AI-assisted tools to support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Apply data analytics techniques to identify trends, anomalies and potential financial irregularities.
• Understand how robotic process automation (RPA) can streamline routine accounting activities.
• Strengthen financial controls through automated reconciliations and exception reporting.
• Recognise the risks of inaccurate AI outputs, data breaches and inappropriate use of financial information.
• Establish appropriate human oversight, validation and governance procedures for AI-generated financial outputs.
• Develop an implementation plan for integrating AI and automation into finance and accounting functions.
Who Should Attend:
This programme is designed for professionals seeking to improve financial productivity, reporting quality and decision-making through digital technologies.
It is particularly suitable for:
• Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and Finance Directors
• Finance Managers and Financial Controllers
• Accountants and Senior Accountants
• Management Accountants
• Financial Analysts and Business Analysts
• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Professionals
• Internal and External Auditors
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Officers
• Budgeting and Financial Planning Officers
• Treasury Professionals
• Tax and Compliance Officers
• Risk Management Professionals
• ERP and Financial Systems Professionals
• Digital Transformation and Business Process Managers
• Government Finance and Public Sector Accounting Officers
• Professionals responsible for financial reporting and performance management
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
For Registration and other Training arrangements,
contact us on the detail below.
SOUTH AFRICA : +27 11 057 6001
TANZANIA Cell: +255 687 839 269
WhatsApp +27 82 360 1372 / +27 79 574 0389
info@bmktraining.co.za / www.bmktraining.com
