From www.accountingtoday.com: AI is set to transform the role of junior accountants, as traditional low-complexity tasks become automated, making it necessary to rethink how accounting firms train and develop these professionals.

The apprenticeship model must evolve to focus on building professional judgment through structured learning and collaborative simulations rather than rote task execution.

To thrive in an AI-driven environment, firms should prioritise curiosity, resilience, and innovative problem-solving in their hiring and training practices.