Financial Leadership in the AI Era: Series Introduction

Financial Leadership in the AI Era: A Journey of Discovery Welcome to my new blog series where I’ll be documenting my learning journey as a finance manager navigating the evolving landscape of AI in finance. Why This Series? Two weeks ago, I stepped into a new role as a finance manager. Like many professionals in finance today, I’m facing a rapidly changing environment where artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword but an increasingly important part of our toolkit. Rather than pretending to have all the answers, I’ve decided to learn in public and bring you along for the journey. ...

AI in Finance: Separating Hype from Reality

AI in Finance: Separating Hype from Reality This is the first installment in my series “Financial Leadership in the AI Era.” If you’re new here, check out the introduction post to learn what this series is all about. The Current State of AI in Finance Departments Three weeks into my new role as a finance manager, I’ve been cataloging every vendor pitch that mentions AI, machine learning, or automation. The result? A spreadsheet with 23 different solutions, all promising to revolutionize our finance function through the power of artificial intelligence. ...