The AI Revolution in 2026: What CPAs Should Know (2 hours - morning) - Webcast
Overview
AI is reshaping audit, tax, and finance. This update surveys what's real in 2026: core concepts, major tools, risks/controls, and practical CPA use cases. Leave with a clear vocabulary, a current landscape view, and actionable talking points for staff, clients, and vendors.
This webcast is part of the new four-part AI for CPAs Series - Spring/Summer Bundle. The series delivers four, expert-led sessions designed to help you confidently navigate today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. Each session is offered in a convenient, flexible virtual format - making it easy to join from anywhere, gain actionable insights and walk away with knowledge to immediately apply. You may purchase individually, or save up to $80 when purchasing the bundle (see below).
Highlights
- State of AI technology in 2026: capabilities, limits, and vendor landscape
- Essential terminology: models, training data, prompts, agents, guardrails
- CPA use cases: audit procedures, tax research/drafts, controllership
- Risk, control, and governance: data privacy, bias, accuracy, documentation
- What's next: near-term trends and how to evaluate new tools
Designed For
CPAs in public practice, CFOs/Controllers/FP&A, internal audit, firm/finance leaders.
Objectives
- Assess recent advancements in AI and their implications for CPA workflows and client services.
- Distinguish key AI categories and common terminology used in practice.
- Identify high-impact CPA use cases and associated risk/control considerations to discuss with stakeholders.
This event is part of the following bundles:
AI for CPAs Series - Spring/Summer Bundle - NEW!
Multiple Events Between -
Up to 8.0 Credits
Member Price: $300
After purchasing this bundle, you will automatically be registered for all four sessions included in the series (8 hours CPE credit total). See dates/topics included in the series at the bottom of page. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future concept - it’s already reshaping the accounting profession. From automating routine tasks to enhancing data analysis, AI is changing how CPAs work and the value they deliver. New tools, evolving regulations and emerging risks mean today’s knowledge can quickly become outdated. AI isn’t replacing CPAs, but CPAs who understand AI will lead the way forward. Staying informed isn’t optional, it’s essential.This NEW Spring/Summer AI Series delivers four, expert-led sessions designed to help you confidently navigate today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. Each session is offered in a convenient, flexible virtual format - making it easy to join from anywhere, gain actionable insights and walk away with knowledge to immediately apply. Each course in the series is a stand-alone topic. If you miss one in the series, no worries! Purchase individual courses or purchase the AI for CPAs Series - Spring/Summer Bundle and save up to $80!
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
John Higgins, Higgins Advisory LLC
Meet John Higgins, CPA.CITP, the visionary founder of Higgins Advisory, LLC, specializing in guiding accounting, finance and tax professionals through digital transformation. By blending strategic advice, education, and coaching, John empowers these professionals to master today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. He began his career with a local CPA firm, then founded and sold two successful technology advisory startups, and served as a national technology practice partner at a top ten firm. Today, John is dedicated to helping professional firms navigate the disruptive application of artificial intelligence technologies. He has been recognized as a Top 25 Thought Leader by the CPA Practice Advisor magazine for the past 15 years.
(3/4/2026)
Non-Member Price $130.00
Member Price $95.00