Will AI Replace Financial Analysts?

In this session, Catherine Marks and Paul Barnhurst discussed the challenges of implementing automation and AI tools in financial planning and analysis, including lack of awareness and resistance to change. They also discussed the evolution and evaluation of FP&A tools for finance professionals, with a focus on data management, modeling layers, and workflow and collaboration. 

n this session, Kevin Appleby, Randy Wootton, and Neil Velour discussed the integration of AI into finance, addressing challenges and opportunities. Speakers shared their views on the current and future state of finance and AI, the opportunities and risks they present, along with the implications and recommendations for finance professionals and organizations.

This session explored strategies and technologies for automating reporting and the Month-End Close Process, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.