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How much of a Tax advisor’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Tax advisor
30%
AI can already do 30% of this job.
#47 / 623
View rankingTax advisor
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Compute taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Use all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients' taxes to a minimum.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Furnish taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Review financial records, such as income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Interview clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Explain federal and state tax laws to individuals and companies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Check data input or verify totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 28% | +5.6 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- value-added tax law
- tax legislation
- inform on fiscal duties
- advise on tax planning
- inspect tax returns
- prepare tax returns forms
- calculate tax
- research taxation procedures
- interpret financial statements
- prepare financial statements
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2082.00· ESCO/ISCO 2411
IS WORK OVER?
Driving instructor
27%
#173 / 623
View rankingDriving instructor
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Monitor students' performance to make suggestions for improvement and to ensure that they satisfy course standards, training requirements, and objectives.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Assign and grade class work and homework.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Enforce policies and rules governing students.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 44% | 28% | +12.3 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- teach class
- mark students
- lesson plans
- teach
- road traffic laws
- mechanical components of vehicles
- curriculum objectives
- guarantee students' safety
- control the performance of the vehicle
- monitor developments in field of expertise
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-3021.00· ESCO/ISCO 5165