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Based on 37 assessments · 1 from real users

34% Moderate risk

Average realistic automation risk across all Accountant profiles in the dataset.

Raw potential
66%
Realistic risk
34%
Research benchmark ?
52%

Raw potential = I/O automation ceiling. Realistic risk = adjusted for informal knowledge and social context. Research benchmark: Eloundou et al. (2023)

Distribution across 37 profiles. Middle half of Accountants score between 30% and 39%.

0% 50% 100%
p10 · 28%
40% · p90
On-screen work 60%

Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.

In-person + screen 19%

Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.

Computer + action 0%

Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.

Fully in-person 21%

No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.

3 synthetic profiles for a Accountant, ordered by automation exposure. Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.

Task Time Type Exposure
Recording daily financial transactions (e.g., invoices, receipts, payments) into accounting software
28% AD 33%
Communicating with clients or internal teams to clarify financial details, resolve issues, or provide advice on financial decisions
deep expertise
20% AA 4%
Assisting with audits by providing documentation, explanations, and support to auditors
deep expertise
19% AA 0%
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and internal policies
deep expertise
15% DD 38%
Reconciling bank statements with company records to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies
6% DD 64%
Generating financial reports (e.g., balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) for management review
5% DD 70%
Reviewing and analyzing financial data to identify trends, anomalies, or areas for cost reduction
deep expertise
3% DD 32%
Preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
0% DD 54%

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