Using smart automation in accounting field \ a survey study of the opinions of a sample of accountants working in the public sector

Abstract

The research aims to study the extent of using smart process automation in the accounting field, its ease of use and its effects on accounting tasks by identifying the benefits that can be obtained from applying this technology and increasing production efficiency through automating repetitive tasks, and that using this technology will greatly improve the efficiency and accuracy of accounting services. To achieve this goal, a questionnaire was designed to collect data from a sample of accountants, and its results were adopted for statistical analysis purposes. The research was based on a problem that is: Does the use of smart automation improve the efficiency and accuracy of accounting services What is the level of awareness among specialists in accounting to use it in carrying out accounting operations tasks? The research concluded with the most important results that future accounting functions can be done by introducing smart software due to its unimaginable benefits, as it eliminates repetitive manual tasks such as working on paper, enables automated verification of transactions, and transforms traditional accounting functions into advisory functions. The researchers recommended the most important recommendations: Units should try to provide training to enhance the skills of their accountants.