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Trustworthy AI: Risk-ready innovation for the modern controllership
Thursday, 28 August 2025 2:00 p.m. ET

Virtual - Dbriefs

CPE credits | Event language: English

28 Aug. 2025

Thursday, 02:00 p.m. ET | 1 Hr.

Trustworthy AI: Risk-ready innovation for the modern controllership

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Controllership Perspectives

Participants will identify some of the potential risks associated with AI development and deployment and how controllership leaders can navigate possible pitfalls and complexities to embrace trustworthy AI. 

Host: Beth Kaplan, managing director, Deloitte & Touche LLP

Presenter: Derek Snaidauf, principal, Deloitte & Touche LLP;
                    Travis Behan, senior manager, Deloitte & Touche LLP
                    Ryan Hittner, managing director, Deloitte & Touche LLP

Key takeaways

1 Overview CPE credit | Information Technology

From journal entry automation to GenAI-powered flux analysis, artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly entering the core of controllership operations. But with that innovation comes new risk. How can controllership embrace AI innovation while mitigating emerging risks? We’ll discuss:

  • Common AI risks in accounting and finance—and how trustworthy AI can help address them
  • An auditor’s perspective on the use of AI in controllership
  • Where to proceed with caution when considering AI deployment

 

Katie Glynn

Katie Glynn

Deloitte - United States
Katie specializes in helping clients navigate complex record-to-report challenges, focusing on reducing risk and strengthening management oversight through business process redesign and enabling technologies. She is recognized for her experience in leading organizations through intercompany process transformations. Katie excels at designing and implementing tailored solutions that help her clients address the unique needs of stakeholders in Finance, Treasury, and Tax. Her collaborative approach delivers sustainable improvements and measurable results for her clients.
Derek Snaidauf

Derek Snaidauf

Deloitte - United States
Derek Snaidauf is a Principal with Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP. He is a recognized expert in Artificial Intelligence, Trustworthy AI, Cyber, and Cloud, and is a frequent author and speaker on these topics. Derek holds leadership roles in Deloitte’s Strategic Growth Offerings, Analytics & Technology, and Regulatory & Legal Support practices. During his 20+ year management consulting and professional services career, Derek has helped numerous clients across industries navigate complexity, boost performance, and anticipate change. He supports them end-to-end on strategy, organizational design, process transformation, data science, and technology. He specializes in proactively detecting and preventing significant risk events, such as product quality & safety issues, machine failures, fraud & financial crimes, and cyber incidents. Derek is a two-time recipient of the Association of Management Consulting Firms' Value and Excellence Award for his effectiveness in improving operational performance and managing risk for his clients. He also is a recipient of the IBA Analytics Leadership Award from the Kelley School of Business.