The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has introduced a new Technology in Finance certificate series, a four-part programme intended to equip finance professionals with practical skills amid the changing digital landscape.

The initiative has been shaped by input from more than 900 finance leaders.

In a statement, the ACCA said the four-part series comprises the Certificate in Data Analytics for Finance Professionals, Certificate in Cybersecurity for Finance Professionals, Certificate in AI for Finance Professionals and Certificate in Organisational Transformation for Finance Professionals.

Finance professionals can either complete the full suite or select individual certificates that align with their current responsibilities or specific learning needs.

The launch follows the ACCA’s Global Talent Trends survey, which showed that 50% of respondents are worried about whether they possess the capabilities needed for the future workplace.

According to the ACCA, the new programme reflects the way technology is altering finance functions through the increased use of data and AI, heightened cybersecurity requirements and broader organisational transformation.

The certificates are aimed at anyone working in finance, particularly those seeking to enhance their technology knowledge or fulfil continuing professional development objectives.

The programme is also targeted at employers and leaders overseeing finance functions who want their teams to build essential technology skills in response to emerging demands.

ACCA content, quality and innovation executive director Alan Hatfield said: “Technology is already reshaping finance and embracing these innovations is just one of the ways that we are redefining accountancy.

“These new certificates will give professional accountants and their employers the tools to thrive in this fast-evolving world.”

In September last year, the ACCA collaborated with Skills Minister Jacqui Smith and Skills England to cultivate a productive workforce in the UK.