The first annual exploration of AI and its impact on the accounting profession. For the most recent analysis, download The State of AI in Accounting Report 2026.

The results are in and they’re clear: accountants across the globe are expecting AI to bring big change to the accounting industry.

In fact 71% believe that this change will be substantial.

That’s hard to ignore.

What’s even harder to ignore is the fact that 82% of accountants are intrigued or excited by AI, yet only 25% are actively investing in AI training for their teams.

This is the AI paradox in accounting.

This discrepancy between interest and action is more than an oversight—it's a strategic gap with far-reaching implications.

Will the accounting firms that seize the opportunity and commit to AI training give themselves a significant advantage?

What you’ll learn in The State of AI in Accounting Report 2024

AI is transforming business like never before. It’s undeniable: it’s changing the world. There are plenty of studies and reports out there that prove that.

But there’s not a lot of data that exists about the accounting industry specifically.

The State of AI in Accounting Report 2024 solves that.

It reveals the thoughts, concerns and predictions of 595 accounting professionals from around the globe, providing the clearest picture of AI in accounting today.

Key takeaways:

• There’s no escaping AI: The majority of accounting professionals expect that AI will transform the accounting industry in substantial ways.