Controllers Council predicts 98% AI and automation use by 2030

Sep 29, 2026
A Controllers Council study predicts AI and automation use in corporate finance will rise from 86% today to 98% by 2030.

Controllers Council predicts AI and automation use in corporate finance will reach 98% by 2030, up from 86% today, according to a study announced in a press release.

The organization surveyed controllers, CFOs, and related executives across industries and company sizes from July to September 2026. Respondents expect AI duties and skill requirements to increase during the next five years.

The study predicts that automation will handle many transactional accounting and finance functions. Controllers will take on more responsibility for AI, data and technology management, and technical accounting review.

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