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Foundations of AI for Finance Professionals

  • Understanding AI and machine learning within the financial sector
  • Overview of AI model types: classification, regression, and generative models
  • Responsible AI: ensuring accuracy, transparency, and ethical application in reporting

Automation of Financial Data Processing

  • Employing AI tools for data ingestion and extraction from PDFs and spreadsheets
  • Data cleansing and transformation for analytical purposes
  • Utilizing OCR, NLP, and LLMs to process unstructured financial texts

AI-Enhanced Financial Statement Analysis

  • Automated ratio calculations and industry benchmarking
  • Identifying trends and analyzing variances through machine learning
  • Presenting insights via AI-driven dashboards

Generative AI for Narrative Reporting

  • Drafting executive summaries and variance commentary using LLMs
  • Assisting in the creation of management discussion & analysis (MD&A) with AI
  • Applying prompt engineering techniques for financial storytelling and accuracy management

Scenario Planning and Forecasting with AI

  • Introduction to scenario modelling and simulation using ML
  • Developing dynamic models for revenue, expense, and cash flow predictions
  • Conducting stress tests on financials based on macroeconomic assumptions

Integrating AI into FP&A Workflows

  • Enhancing spreadsheet processes with Python or AI add-ins
  • Using collaborative tools and automation for monthly and quarterly closes
  • Embedding AI capabilities into Excel, Power BI, or cloud-based FP&A platforms

Audit, Governance, and Internal Controls

  • AI explainability and preparation for internal audits
  • Documenting assumptions and AI outputs to meet compliance standards
  • Establishing controls for AI-supported processes in financial reporting

Wrap-Up and Future Steps

Requirements

  • Understanding of core financial statements and performance metrics
  • Proficiency with spreadsheets or fundamental data handling tools
  • Basic familiarity with Python or a readiness to adopt AI-assisted user interfaces

Target Audience

  • Corporate finance analysts
  • FP&A teams
  • Controllers
 14 Hours

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