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Can AI do the work of a Accountant?
Today an AI can already classify, reconcile, and prep a first close. The final call, and what goes to the tax office, still has a name on it.
It measures how much work time can already be saved, not who will lose their job.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Accountant
35%
AI or a robot can already do 35% of this job.
#17 / 103
View rankingAccountant
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Supervise auditing of establishments, and determine scope of investigation required.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 22% | +2.6 |
Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 55% | +4.4 |
Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Prepare adjusting journal entries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 38% | 28% | +10.6 |
| Total | 100% | 35% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- ledger entries
- close accounts
- reconcile banks
- accounting department processes
- financial department processes
- economics
- corporate law
- accounting
- inspect tax returns
- control financial resources
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2411
IS WORK OVER?
Personal trainer
27%
#74 / 103
View rankingPersonal trainer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment, such as trampolines and weights.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 27% | 28% | +7.6 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- demonstrate professional Pilates attitude
- manage fitness communication
- safely instruct about fitness
- identify customer objectives
- ensure safety of exercise environment
- analyse personal fitness information
- show professional responsibility
- provide fitness information
- prescribe exercises
- adapt Pilates exercises
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-9031.00· ESCO/ISCO 3423