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The Rise of AI-Native Accounting Firms and Advisory Models: Insights from Allen Koltin 1 Credit

The Rise of AI-Native Accounting Firms and Advisory Models: Insights from Allen Koltin 1 Credit

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    May, 2026

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify major trends reshaping the accounting profession through AI and automation.
  • Explain how AI is influencing compliance services, advisory work, and firm operations.
  • Recognize emerging workforce, leadership, and talent challenges impacting accounting firms.
  • Analyze how firms are adapting through strategic advisory services and operational transformation.
  • Discuss the impact of private equity, outsourcing, and technology investments on firm growth.
  • Evaluate future opportunities and risks associated with AI-native accounting models.

Course Overview

In this CE Course, Kacee Johnson and Allan Koltin examine the structural transformation occurring across the accounting profession and how AI is disrupting traditional firm operations, staffing models, advisory services, and growth strategies. The course highlights the declining commoditization of tax returns and financial statements, the rise of AI-native firms, evolving client expectations, and the increasing importance of strategic advisory capabilities.

Attendees will explore how firms are adapting through AI adoption, outsourcing, operational transformation, talent development, strategic planning, and new leadership models. The Course also discusses private equity trends, changing valuation dynamics, accountability within firms, cross-selling advisory services, and the future role of accountants as business advisors rather than traditional compliance providers.

Major Topics:

  • AI transformation in accounting
  • Future of compliance and advisory services
  • AI-native accounting firms
  • Talent shortages and workforce evolution
  • Strategic growth advisory
  • Firm transformation and leadership
  • Private equity and accounting firms
  • Value-based client services
  • Operational efficiency and automation
  • Future business models in accounting

This Course explores how artificial intelligence, automation, and changing business models are reshaping the accounting profession faster than ever before. As firms face mounting pressure around talent shortages, operational efficiency, client expectations, and technology adoption, accounting leaders must rethink how firms create long-term value beyond traditional compliance services.

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
BusIness Management & Organization for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible

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Credit

1

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

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About Instructor

Allan Koltin

Allan Koltin CPA

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Koltin Consulting Group, Inc.

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Allan Koltin is one of the accounting profession’s most respected strategic advisors, working closely with Top 500 national, regional, and local accounting firms across the United States. As CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, he has spent decades helping firms navigate growth, leadership, succession planning, strategic partnerships, and M&A opportunities.


A nationally recognized speaker and consultant, Allan has advised on more than 160 accounting firm mergers, including several of the largest and most influential transactions in the profession. In 2023, Accounting Today ranked him among the “Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting,” recognizing his long-standing impact on the industry. Through his thought leadership, advisory work, and executive coaching, Allan continues to help firms build stronger leadership teams, scale strategically, and prepare for the future of the profession.

Kacee Johnson

Kacee Johnson

Principal, FinTech Innovation Leader, radical

Kacee Johnson is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, fintech innovation leader, and strategic advisor specializing in the future of accounting, AI, and emerging technologies. She is known for delivering dynamic, thought-provoking sessions that help firms and leaders embrace innovation and lead transformational change.


Recognized by Accounting Today as one of the “Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting,” Kacee combines deep industry expertise with practical strategies around AI, leadership, growth, and digital transformation.

As Principal at radical and co-founder of the AI Native Accounting Foundation, Kacee works closely with accounting professionals, technology companies, and growth-focused organizations to prepare for the next generation of the profession. Her sessions are valued for their energy, actionable insights, and visionary perspective on the future of accounting and finance.

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