Accounting automation isn't about replacing accountants—it's about eliminating the manual, repetitive tasks drowning your team. Join Matt Gardner (CEO, Hiline) and Em Daigle (Founder, OTTO-MATES) as they tackle the reality of automation in accounting, from broken Excel workflows to AI-powered solutions that actually work.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your accounting process (not just your tech) is holding you back
• The #1 data problem blocking automation success
• How to identify quick wins that free up hours of manual work
• AI vs. automation: when to use each in your finance workflows
• Getting your team to embrace change (without the resistance)
• Practical first steps for small businesses and accounting firms

Featured Guest:

Em Daigle is the founder of OTTO-MATES, an online community of 1,000+ accounting and finance professionals focused on automation and AI. With experience from Arthur Andersen to leading go-to-market strategy at Zuora, Em helps accountants navigate the evolving tech landscape without the hard sell.

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