Where Finance Meets IT: Are You Strengthening Your Skill Set?

Oct 21, 2026

Kara Bouchier

Where Finance Meets IT: Are You Strengthening Your Skill Set?

The relationship between Finance and IT is becoming increasingly important, and with it comes an exciting opportunity for those working in accounting and finance.

From ERP implementations and automation to data analytics and reporting, technology is changing how finance teams operate and the skills businesses value.

While strong accounting knowledge remains essential, the ability to understand, navigate and improve financial systems is becoming a valuable addition to any finance career.

So, how can you strengthen your skill set?

Build your systems knowledge – Look beyond day-to-day processing and understand how your ERP or accounting software works.
Explore reporting tools – Develop your Excel, Power BI and data analysis capabilities.
Get involved in projects – Systems implementations, upgrades and testing can provide valuable experience.
Understand automation – Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce repetitive tasks.
Collaborate with IT – Understanding how Finance and IT work together can broaden your technical and commercial knowledge.

You don’t need to become an IT specialist to benefit from these opportunities. It’s about combining your finance experience with an understanding of the technology supporting it.

For businesses, encouraging this development can strengthen internal capability, improve processes and create greater opportunities for their finance teams.

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