Overview  

This webinar highlights the importance of implementing AI responsibly and effectively within accounting and tax practices. It focuses on practical AI-assisted workflows, the latest developments in AI technology, and the professional, ethical and regulatory considerations associated with its use. Attendees will learn how to improve efficiency through AI automation while maintaining accuracy, professional judgement, client confidentiality and compliance with applicable legislation and professional standards. 

Join Nestene Botha CA(SA) on the 2nd of December 2026 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm as she guides accounting professionals through a practical AI implementation lab, demonstrating how to build, validate and review an AI-assisted accounting or tax workflow. The webinar will also explore the latest AI developments relevant to South African practitioners, professional and regulatory guidance, and strategies for mitigating risks associated with AI adoption. 

Learning objectives  

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Build and validate a practical AI-assisted workflow for a routine accounting or tax task, from source records through to a reviewed output. 

• Apply a structured build, check and review methodology to routine accounting activities, including reconciliations, schedules and working papers. 

• Identify and interpret relevant AI developments, tools, features and integrations available to South African accounting professionals. 

• Evaluate and verify AI-generated outputs using appropriate review controls before they are used in client deliverables, audit engagements or SARS submissions. 

• Establish an ethical and risk-mitigation framework for AI adoption that complies with POPIA, client confidentiality requirements and professional codes of conduct. 

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• Practical AI Implementation Lab 

• Live demonstration: Building a routine accounting or tax workflow using an AI assistant. 

• Structuring source records into a working file. 

• Automated validation checks to identify gaps, inconsistencies and errors. 

• Producing reviewed outputs and implementing professional review controls. 

• Reusable prompts, data handling and preventing AI-generated fabricated records. 

• AI Developments and Emerging Technologies 

• Monthly developments from OpenAI (ChatGPT and agent mode), Anthropic (Claude, Claude in Chrome, Claude Code and connectors), Google (Gemini and Workspace), and Microsoft (Copilot in Excel, Word and Outlook). 

• Model Context Protocol (MCP) connectors and AI integrations. 

• AI integrations with accounting platforms, including Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, Draftworx and CaseWare. 

• AI tool availability in South Africa, subscription tiers and feature access. 

• Regulatory, Government and Professional Guidance 

• Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and Information Regulator requirements. 

• SAICA guidance on the responsible and ethical use of generative AI. 

• IRBA guidance, including Staff Audit Practice Alert 11. 

• IESBA technology-related revisions to the International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants. 

• EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689) and transparency obligations. 

• SARS developments affecting accounting and tax practitioners. 

• Industry News and Real-World Case Studies 

• AI adoption in South African and international accounting firms. 

• AI hallucinations, fabricated citations and professional sanctions. 

• AI-generated content and disclosure to clients. 

• Fraud, deepfakes and cybersecurity risks affecting finance teams. 

• AI Implementation and Risk Management 

• Verification and review frameworks for AI-generated outputs. 

• Data handling, confidentiality and information security controls. 

• Developing an AI usage policy for accounting practices. 

• Practical implementation steps and an action plan for the following week. 

Obtaining your CPD certificate 

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA. 

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.   

About the presenter  

Nestene Botha CA(SA)  

Nestene Botha completed her B.Com (Hons) at North West University in 2012. In 2014 she completed her professional articles and her Master's Degree in Chartered Accountancy. She then registered with SAICA as a Chartered Accountant in 2015.   

Nestene has lectured on the audit programme at the University of Cape Town. She started her own audit, tax & accounting practice which she has since grown into a reputable firm in the Table View area with 60 clients and two staff members. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA. 

• Management accountants. 

• Accounting officers. 

• Independent reviewers. 

• Registered auditors. 

• Compilers. 

Price 

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual. 

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users) 

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar 

Corporate training solutions 

At SA Accounting Academy, we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.   

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritise hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.   

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals.   

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