In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming the tax function - from automation to augmentation - and what this means for the future of the profession. April Walker, Senior Manager at AICPA & CIMA, is joined by John McGowan, Founder and CEO of HubSync, to discuss how tax professionals and finance leaders can move from insight to impact by embracing AI-powered innovation.

John shares practical insights on: • How AI is reshaping tax workflows and client experiences • The biggest challenges facing tax professionals, and how AI can help solve them • The role of intelligent document processing and multi-agent systems in tax automation • Why human skills like advisory, communication, and strategic thinking are more important than ever • How to lead successful AI-driven tax transformation

This episode is offered by our sponsor, HubSync, a leader in AI-powered tax transformation.

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