Security: Phishing with Precision - How Hackers Are Using AI to Target Accountants

Cybercriminals are using AI to launch smarter, faster, and more convincing attacks—targeting people, not just systems. Accountants and CPA firms, with access to sensitive financial data, are squarely in their sights. This session dives into how hackers are weaponizing AI to craft believable phishing schemes and malware, bypassing even strong tech defenses. Learn from real-world breaches and walk away with practical steps to spot threats and strengthen both your firm’s technical and human firewalls—before your data becomes their payday.

Presenter and Moderator Bios

Presenter: Roman Kepczyk, CPA,CITP, CGMA, PAFM, Director of Firm Technology Strategy, Rightworks

Roman Kepczyk, CPA.CITP, CGMA, PAFM is Director of Firm Technology Strategy for Rightworks and partners exclusively with accounting firms on production automation, application optimization and practice transformation particularly in regards to their technology stack, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. He has been consistently listed as one of INSIDE Public Accounting’s Most Recommended Consultants, Accounting Today’s "Top 100 Most Influential People", and CPA Practice Advisor’s "Top Thought Leaders".