We’ve got an AI-packed episode this week! Ryan Lazanis demonstrates how AI and voice cloning technology can be utilized to streamline the analysis of financial statements. Blake and David examine various applications of AI in accounting, including tools for extracting key information from emails and documents, an AI-powered tax analysis tool, and the potential for AI to enhance advisory services. They also dig into some issues related to spam and scams in QuickBooks support, emphasizing the need for more granular requirements for accounting services and specialized education in areas like tax and much much more!SponsorsLiveflow - http://accountingpodcast.promo/liveflow Zoho - http://accountingpodcast.promo/zoho Forwardly - http://accountingpodcast.promo/forwardlyChapters
(00:00) - TAP 348
(00:21) - Preview: Why we need more CPAs
(01:04) - David finally gets with the TSA Pre program
(02:39) - Using ChatGPT to write a Medicare appeal letter
(04:00) - Chad took Beginning Walk/Jog to finish out his 150 hours
(09:22) - Reflecting on the Unique CPA Bridging The Gap 2023 Conference
(12:17) - Blake renewed his CPA license with 3 minutes to spare!
(18:08) - Professor pumps accounting on Wheel of Fortune
(23:33) - Accounting can make for a flexible lifestyle
(24:26) - ABC News investigates the Big Four in Australia
(33:40) - Is there a revolving door between Intuit employees and the IRS?
(38:13) - Using AI to automate a P&L walkthrough video
(48:00) - Doing tax research with AI
(51:45) - Annoucing the "Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast"
(53:19) - QuickBooks support scammer caught and punished
(56:39) - Sean asks: "Is it a CPA shortage, or a resource allocation problem?"
(01:02:05) - The CPAs education requirement for taxes is too low
(01:06:03) - Wrap up and remember to subscribe so you don't miss an episode
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