The Future of Accounting: AI, CAS & Cybersecurity with Randy Johnston

In this episode of the Accounting Insiders Podcast, host Gary DeHart speaks with tech visionary and industry veteran Randy Johnston (NMGI, K2 Enterprises, Rx Genomics) about the critical trends shaping the future of accounting and advisory firms in 2025 and beyond. From the automation of tax preparation and client accounting services (CAS) to skyrocketing SaaS costs and AI-powered cybersecurity threats, this deep-dive offers insights for firms of all sizes—small, mid-market, and enterprise. 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✅ AI adoption across tax, audit, and CAS ✅ The rise of client expectations and how firms must adapt ✅ Face-to-face vs. virtual CPE trends post-pandemic ✅ Commoditization risks in CAS and the value of advisory ✅ The threat of Agentic AI in cybersecurity breaches ✅ How to strategically select and implement accounting software tools ✅ Predictions for the next 12–18 months in the accounting profession 🔗 Learn more about Randy at: NMGI: https://nmgi.com K2 Enterprises: https://k2e.com

Accounting Insiders · Randy Johnston, Gary DeHart