IAUDIT at the 18th Conference of Certified Auditors
Auditing is changing under the impact of technology – but professional judgement, integrity and an understanding of context remain irreplaceable. At the conference in Zadar, IAUDIT showcased practical examples of the smart use of AI tools in day-to-day work.
Seven certified auditors from IAUDIT took part in the 18th Professional Conference of Certified Auditors, organized by the Croatian Audit Chamber on 16 and 17 October 2025 at the Falkensteiner Resort Punta Skala in Zadar. This traditional annual gathering brought together more than 250 experts from audit firms, the Ministry of Finance, HANFA and representatives of audit clients to discuss the key professional, regulatory and technological challenges facing the audit profession.
The President of the Croatian Audit Chamber, Berislav Horvat, pointed out that the profession is experiencing a shortage of qualified professionals, because of the demanding nature of the work, the high level of responsibility and fees that do not reflect the true value of auditors’ work.
Topical issues
The accuracy of the auditor’s report is crucial for the functioning and health of the economy. Our goal is to ensure fair pricing of audit engagements, because only then can we perform our work to a high standard, hire and develop talent, and provide services that create real value, Horvat said, emphasizing the importance of strengthening public trust in the audit profession and understanding its role in protecting the public interest and the stability of the economy.
Over the two-day program, participants had the opportunity to hear about a range of topical issues – from regulatory developments and ethical standards to the digital transformation of audit processes. Particular attention was drawn by the presentation given by Boris Vidas, a partner at IAUDIT, on “Opportunities and challenges of using artificial intelligence in the work of auditors”.
Boris Vidas (Foto: HRK)
In his talk, Boris Vidas presented concrete examples of how AI tools can be applied in everyday audit work – from analyzing large data sets and checking regulations, to automated reporting and communication with clients.
He stressed that artificial intelligence does not change what auditors do, but rather how they do it – enabling greater efficiency, reducing administrative workload and providing a faster insight into risks and irregularities.
AI – threat or trusted audit partner?
AI can analyze, predict and optimize, but it cannot empathize, build relationships or fully understand the broader context. That is why the human role in auditing will remain irreplaceable – especially when it comes to interpreting results and making professional judgements, Vidas underlined.
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According to research he presented, 59% of European auditors and accountants believe that AI will affect the future of the profession, and the world’s largest audit firms are already adopting AI agents that take over routine tasks and generate reports in real time.
Despite rapid technological development, he highlighted the need to develop ethical and regulatory frameworks, invest in the education of professionals and carefully integrate technology into day-to-day work.
