1、State of AIin Accountin202Emerging Trends,Challenges,&OpportunitieA Karbon ReporContentDemographicIntroduction by Megan PlumridgKey FindingAIs Effect on Accounting TodaHow Accounting Firms are Currently Using A1Understanding the Bigger Pictur1The AI Paradox in Accountin1The Impact of AI on the Profe

2、ssio1Navigating the Future of AI in Accountin2The State of AI in Accounting 2026Emerging Trends,Challenges,&OpportunitieDemographicThe data in this report is based on a unique survey conducted by Karbon in October 2025.Respondents included 593 individuals from across 6 continents,with the majority f

3、rom the United StatesSurvey ConsiderationSelection biasRespondents are within the broader view of Karbon,which may skew results as these firms are typically more progressiveResultsThe survey questions and calculation are not a perfect science,and could impact results.However,a pre-test was conducted

4、 to ensure the best opportunity to gain insightsAnalysisAll data provided was collected,calculated,and included in this report.The analysis is based on our best understanding and assumptions(including from expert opinion).Other reasons/rationale may also existThe State of AI in Accounting 2026Emergi

5、ng Trends,Challenges,&OpportunitieFirm size1-3 staff:4-10 staff:11-20 staff:21-50 staff:51-200 staff:201+staff22%27%20%15%11%5RegionAustralia:Canada:New Zealand:United Kingdom:United States:Other:13%18%4%5%53%7RoleIndividual Contributor(accountant,bookkeeper,enrolled agent,etc.):Operations/Technolog

6、y/Administration:Manager:Partner/Director/Owner:Other:20%13%15%51%1Introduction by Megan PlumridgThe State of AI in Accounting 2026Emerging Trends,Challenges,&OpportunitieHow AI shaped my world in the last 12 months can be summed up by my most recent ChatGPT request:Help me come up with a plan for a