Why traditional accounting software falls short – and how AI makes a difference
Feb 13, 2025

Why Traditional Accounting Software Reaches Its Limits – and How AI Makes the Difference
The Challenges of Classic Accounting Software
Accounting is the backbone of any company – yet many finance departments struggle with outdated systems. Although tools like SAP, DATEV, or Microsoft Dynamics are considered standard, they are increasingly hitting their limits. The reasons are clear:
Manual Processes Persist: Despite digital solutions, invoices often still need to be manually checked, postings adjusted manually, and approvals painstakingly obtained.
Lack of Intelligence: Classic accounting software captures data but does not understand its context. This leads to errors, ambiguities, and additional effort.
Increasing Compliance Requirements: Companies face growing pressure to comply with tax regulations and regulatory requirements – a manual process that consumes time and resources.
The New Era of Accounting: AI Instead of Blunt Automation
The good news: The technology is already here to solve these problems. Artificial intelligence is changing the way accounting works. While classic software only processes data, AI understands the content, draws conclusions, and makes intelligent decisions.
How AI Is Revolutionizing Accounting:
✅ Invoice Processing Without Manual Intervention: AI-powered accounting software automatically recognizes and understands invoices – including postings and approval suggestions.
✅ Error Reduction Through Self-Learning Algorithms: Instead of just digitizing, the system continuously improves and recognizes recurring errors on its own.
✅ Automated Supplier Communication: Discrepancies and missing information are identified and automatically queried with the right contact person.
✅ Faster Month-End Closures: AI can automatically reconcile accounts and generate financial reports almost in real time.
Finto: The AI Accounting That Thinks Along
While classic systems often replicate rigid processes, Finto relies on true intelligence. Our AI agents not only automate invoice processing and postings but also learn from past entries and optimize processes independently.
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