Latest research provides roadmap for accounting firms aiming to harness AI as a competitive advantage.
NEW YORK (June 10, 2025) – CPA.com, the business and technology subsidiary of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), today released the AICPA and CPA.com 2025 AI in Accounting Report, a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape, trends and future projections for AI in accounting and finance. The report is part of CPA.com’s ongoing AI initiative, which aims to accelerate the profession’s understanding and application of this transformative technology. The announcement came during a keynote session at AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 2025.
“AI is fundamentally reshaping the accounting profession, accelerating the move toward more strategic advisory services,” said Erik Asgeirsson, president and CEO of CPA.com. “What’s especially noteworthy is that the accounting technology ecosystem is leading this transformation. Firms that embrace AI-enabled solutions—such as large language models and agentic AI—are not only creating new efficiencies, but also redefining what is possible in practice. These early adopters will gain a significant competitive advantage and be better positioned for the future.”
Developed in collaboration with radical, an innovation and business transformation consulting firm, the report synthesizes the most important insights from the recent AICPA and CPA.com AI in Accounting and Finance Symposium and includes in-depth ecosystem research, interviews with technology vendors and practitioners, and firsthand industry observations to provide finance leaders with actionable clarity to drive strategic decisions.
Key focus areas explored in the report:
- The state of AI in accounting – A current-state analysis of how firms and finance teams are navigating the balance between legacy systems and AI-native solutions and moving beyond simple automation toward true augmentation of accounting processes.
- Strategic themes shaping 2025 – Key themes shaping the year ahead, including workflow automation, human-in-the-loop verification and new ways to enhance client delivery and experience.
- Emerging trends and innovations – A look at the rapidly evolving AI landscape—from domain-specific large language models and agentic AI to audit transformation and context-aware technology.
- Talent and training in the age of AI – Insights into how AI is redefining roles within firms, shifting expectations for entry level talent and driving the development of new workforce models.
- A roadmap for the future – Practical guidance and a four-phase roadmap to help teams move from insight to action, scaling AI adoption responsibly and strategically.
“AI is not going to disrupt the accounting profession, but it will change what an accountant does,” said Mark Koziel, president and CEO, AICPA. “Firms are further ahead in their adoption of AI than business and industry. As their trusted advisors, they have an important role to play in helping their clients implement safe and effective AI strategies.”
In addition to the report, CPA.com also announced the launch of a new AI in Focus newsletter, designed to keep practitioners up to date on the latest AI trends and developments, as well as the newly formed AI in Accounting Working Group—a task force made up of firm, finance and technology leaders from across the profession. This group will explore emerging opportunities and challenges in AI, and will help deliver practical insights, tools and resources in the coming months to guide practitioners on their AI journeys.
"The question has shifted from ‘if’ AI will impact the profession to ‘how firms will lead with it’,” said Pascal Finette, co-founder, radical. “Successful adoption depends on more than just tools—it requires a mindset shift, a willingness to experiment, and the clarity to move from pilots to practice."
To learn more or access AI-focused additional tools and resources, visit cpa.com/ai.
About CPA.com
CPA.com brings innovative solutions to the accounting profession, either in partnership with leading providers or directly through its own development. The company has established itself as a thought leader on emerging technologies and as the trusted business advisor to practitioners in the United States, with a growing global focus.
Our company’s core mission is to drive the transformation of practice areas, advance the technology ecosystem for the profession, and lead technology research and innovation efforts for practitioners. A subsidiary of the American Institute of CPAs, the company is also part of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, the world’s most influential organization representing the profession. For more information, visit CPA.com.
