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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. CONNECT John on LinkedIn April on LinkedIn OTHER RESOURCES • HubSync's AI automation reshapes tax and accounting workflows – Article • HubSync x Carr Riggs & Ingram CPAs and Advisors Case Study – Case Study • Transformative Skills Pack: Creative mindset – Report • Partnering with AI: A Strategic Blueprint for Finance and Accounting Excellence – Report • Debut podcast episode: AI's impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance – The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast • Leveraging Non-Financial Data for Long-Term Value – Podcast • Non-financial data drives long-term value: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Agile Finance: Mastering adaptive budgeting and planning – Podcast • Future-ready with adaptive budgeting: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Future-proof Finance: Partnering in a Shifting World – Podcast • Co-creating solutions through business partnering – Blog • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value – Article • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page • Riding the Waves of Transformation – Article Find out more about the Future of Finance. Your feedback and comments welcomed at research@aicpa-cima.com This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of creativity in finance leadership. Dr. Irena Teneva Associate Technical Director Research & Development at AICPA & CIMA is joined by Dr. Rouxelle de Villiers, Senior Lecturer at AUT Faculty of Business & Law, and Annelize du Toit, Country Finance Manager at Colgate-Palmolive, to discuss how CFOs and finance professionals can harness creativity to drive value and innovation. Rouxelle and Annelize share practical insights on: • Why creativity is a critical skill for finance professionals • How to foster creative thinking in traditionally analytical roles • The balance between innovation and strategic alignment • The impact of AI on creativity and decision-making in finance • How organisations and universities can nurture creative talent in accounting CONNECT Rouxelle on LinkedIn Annelize on LinkedIn Irena on LinkedIn OTHER RESOURCES • Transformative Skills Pack: Creative mindset – Report • Partnering with AI: A Strategic Blueprint for Finance and Accounting Excellence – Report • Debut podcast episode: AI's impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance – The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast • Leveraging Non-Financial Data for Long-Term Value – Podcast • Non-financial data drives long-term value: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Agile Finance: Mastering adaptive budgeting and planning – Podcast • Future-ready with adaptive budgeting: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Future-proof Finance: Partnering in a Shifting World – Podcast • Co-creating solutions through business partnering – Blog • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value – Article • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page • Riding the Waves of Transformation – Article Find out more about the Future of Finance. Your feedback and comments welcomed at research@aicpa-cima.com This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode, we explore what it takes to build resilient organisations in an era defined by disruption and uncertainty. Ross Archer is joined by Andrew Harding, Chief Executive of Management Accounting at AICPA & CIMA, and Dionne Corradine, Chief Strategy Officer at the City of London Corporation, to discuss how finance leaders can help their organisations not only survive but thrive in challenging times. Andrew and Dionne share practical insights on: • The evolving role of finance in driving organisational resilience • How to balance short-term survival with long-term growth • The importance of culture, leadership, and agility in uncertain environments • Lessons from past crises and how to prepare for future shocks • The power of finance business partnering and cross-functional collaboration CONNECT Andrew on LinkedIn Dionne on LinkedIn Ross on LinkedIn OTHER RESOURCES • Debut podcast episode: AI's impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance – The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast • Leveraging Non-Financial Data for Long-Term Value – Podcast • Non-financial data drives long-term value: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Agile Finance: Mastering adaptive budgeting and planning – Podcast • Future-ready with adaptive budgeting: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Future-proof Finance: Partnering in a Shifting World – Podcast • Co-creating solutions through business partnering – Blog • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value – Article • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page • Riding the Waves of Transformation – Article Find out more about the Future of Finance. Your feedback and comments welcomed at research@aicpa-cima.com This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode of Reshaping Finance, we explore how finance business partnering is evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. Our expert guests from GSK and AICPA & CIMA share how finance leaders can move beyond traditional roles to become true co-pilots, driving strategy, enabling execution, and creating value through insight, influence, and impact. GUEST SPEAKERS: • Richard Latchford, VP Finance & CFO, GSK US Biopharma • Ash Noah, Managing Director, CGMA Learning, AICPA & CIMA CHAIR: • Barry Payne, Director, External Relations - Management Accounting, AICPA & CIMA KEY INSIGHTS: • What does it really mean to be a co-pilot in finance and why is that mindset critical for the future? • How are leading CFOs structuring their teams to drive both accountability and agility? • What tools and skills finance professionals need to stay ahead? • What role will technology play in reshaping finance and how can you stay relevant as it evolves? • What's the hidden gap between what finance delivers and what the business actually needs? • How do you measure the real value of finance business partnering and what are the red flags you're missing it? Join us as we uncover how finance leaders can future-proof their planning processes and build more resilient, agile organisations. CONNECT: Richard on LinkedIn Ash on LinkedIn Barry on LinkedIn OTHER RESOURCES: • Debut podcast episode: AI's impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance —The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value – Article • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page Find out more about the Future of Finance. Your feedback and comments welcomed at research@aicpa-cima.com This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.