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EY Tax.Tech™ 2026: Building the future of Tax

This special two-day event features five webcast sessions that will explore the future of tax, emphasizing the critical balance between agility and stability in addressing the challenges and options ahead.

Agenda

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Webcast

Field of Study: Taxes

CPE Credits: 6.6

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EY Tax.Tech™ 2026 commences with this plenary session, led by key EY Tax Technology and Transformation professionals and innovators who will delve into the future of tax within the context of the constant and interconnected changes businesses are navigating.

The discussion will emphasize how technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is contributing to an unprecedented intelligence renaissance, compelling organizations to embrace continuous transformation to thrive. We will provide insights into advanced and emerging technologies and their implications for tax, share our perspective on the future of tax, and discuss leading practices and lessons learned from our journey to help tax and finance departments achieve a balance between agility and stability in a dynamic age.

Panelists

Darren Beardsley, EY Americas Tax AI Leader
Coskun Cavusoglu, EY Americas Financial Services Tax Technology and Transformation Leader
David Nickson, EY Americas Tax SAP Leader, Tax Technology and Transformation
Colleen Sebra, Tax Technology and Transformation Finance Transformation Leader, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator

Daren Campbell, EY Americas Tax Technology and Transformation Leader and EY Global Tax Data Leader

Learning objectives

Attendees will be able to better assess what the future of tax might look like, what technologies will shape the future of tax and obtain leading practices and practical tips for their transformation journeys.

Field of Study: Taxes
CPE credits: 1.8
Total duration: 90 minutes
Time 11:00–12:30 p.m. ET; 8:00–9:30 a.m. PT
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In this training session, participants will explore the key components of tax transformation programs, focusing on strategic planning, implementation, and continuous improvement. Attendees will gain insights into leading practices and real-world case studies that illustrate how to effectively navigate the complexities of tax transformation. By the end of the session, attendees will gain insights into actionable strategies that can help improve their tax functions and support sustainable results.

Topics to be discussed include:

How to build an effective transformation roadmap
Real-world examples highlighting key success factors
How tax transformation can contribute value to the broader organization

Panelists

Matt Skaletski, Partner, Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP
Natalie Nelson, Partner, FSO Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP
Chia-Hui Tong, Managing Director, FSO Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator

Ariel Berger, Senior Manager, Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP

Learning objectives

Attendees will be able to identify the elements of an effective transformation roadmap, better assess key success factors and enable organizational value through the transformation journey.

Field of Study: Taxes
CPE credits: 1.2
Total duration: 60 minutes
Time: 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET; 11:00–12:00 p.m. PT
Add to calendar: https://info.ey.com/rs/520-RXP-003/355059/Building+resilient+tax+transformation+programs.ics
Tax leaders continue to face pressure to manage increasing demands with limited resources - while addressing new regulations, real‑time expectations, and ongoing talent constraints. This session will focus on current applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in tax. You’ll hear practical examples of how AI assists with core tax processes, how today’s capabilities differ meaningfully from those available even two years ago, and considerations for moving from pilot efforts to production. We’ll also discuss how leading tax departments are preparing for what’s next — and what the tax profession is likely to look like in five and 10 years.

Topics to be discussed include:

Tax-relevant ways in which AI has changed in the past two years
Proven AI use cases in tax
Factors accelerating or hindering AI adoption in tax
How companies are effectively preparing with illustrative approaches
The future of tax in five and 10 years

Panelists

Aaron Puiszis, Partner, Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP
Claire Callahan, Partner, FSO Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP
Justin Shafer, Partner, Tax, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator

Ivan Roussev, Senior Manager, Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP

Learning objectives

Attendees will be able to better assess tax-relevant ways AI has changed in the past two years, recognize effective AI use cases for tax, better identify what tax will be like in the future.

Field of Study: Taxes
CPE credits: 1.2
Total duration: 60 minutes
Time: 11:00–12:00 p.m. ET; 8:00–9:00 a.m. PT
Add to calendar: https://info.ey.com/rs/520-RXP-003/355060/AI+in+Tax+%E2%80%93+what%E2%80%99s+working+now+and+what%E2%80%99s+next.ics
In this session, we will delve into the vital intersection of tax, next-generation ERP technology and integrated artificial intelligence (AI). We will begin by examining the areas of greatest potential benefit to tax functions (and related finance processes) across their global and domestic compliance, financial reporting and planning obligations. We will then pivot to the SAP Business Suite and SAP S/4HANA Cloud platform to explain the options these innovations present, such as enriched organization-wide data, advanced AI and self-service analytics.

Topics to be discussed by our panel include:

Practical examples of tax use cases and the direct link between enabling SAP data and AI innovations
Questions tax leaders may want to consider about their organization’s enterprise IT roadmap and transformation
Approaches leading tax functions are using to position themselves at the heart of their organization’s SAP and AI strategy and secure their priorities and budget

Panelists

Rafael Diefenthaeler, EY Americas Tax Technology and Transformation Indirect Tax Co-leader
Alaina Sammartano, Partner, Tax Technology and Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP
Phil Wright, Partner, Tax Technology and Transformation – Financial Services Office, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator

David Nickson, EY Americas Tax SAP Leader

Learning objectives

Attendees will be able to identify the importance of strategic planning in realizing tax value in SAP Cloud ERP programs and integrated artificial intelligence, recognize the need for proactive design for tax and how it helps organizations scale, innovate and adapt, identify practical implementation tips along with next steps for SAP/ERP projects.

Field of Study: Taxes
CPE credits: 1.2
Total duration: 60 minutes
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET; 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT
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In this session, we will dive into the world of real-time taxation, exploring how technological innovations and data analytics are reshaping tax compliance and reporting. Join us as we discuss the potential benefits, challenges, and emerging trends of real-time tax, providing you with insights to navigate this evolving landscape. Take advantage of this chance to engage with our panel of subject matter professionals and gain practical knowledge for your business.

Topics to be discussed include:

Trends in real-time tax reporting requirements
Technologies that support real-time tax
Case studies of companies successfully adopting real-time tax
Potential future developments and impacts

Panelists

Coskun Cavusoglu, EY Americas Financial Services Tax Technology and Transformation Leader
Colleen Sebra, Tax Technology and Transformation Finance Transformation Leader, Ernst & Young LLP
Ronan Le Gall, Senior Manager, Indirect Tax, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator

Justin Shafer, Partner, Tax, Ernst & Young LLP

Learning objectives

Attendees will be able to identify the trends in real-time tax reporting requirements, recognize the technologies that are enabling real-time tax, and better assess future developments and impacts in this area.

Field of Study: Taxes
CPE credits: 1.2
Total duration: 60 minutes
Time: 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET; 12:00–1:00 p.m. PT
Add to calendar: https://info.ey.com/rs/520-RXP-003/355062/The+future+of+Tax+-+what+does+real-time+reporting+%E2%80%98really%E2%80%99+mean+for+Tax.ics

EY webcast managed and produced by Ernst & Young LLP’s Tax Technical Knowledge Services Group, Washington, DC: Lynn Fairfax

Delivery Method: Group Internet Based

Program Level: Basic

Prerequisites: None

Advanced Preparation: None

Refunds & Cancellations: This course is offered free of charge, therefore there are no refunds given. In the event that a course must be cancelled, participants will be contacted via the email addressed submitted during registration.

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EY Tax.Tech™ 2026: Building the future of Tax

This special two-day event features five webcast sessions that will explore the future of tax, emphasizing the critical balance between agility and stability in addressing the challenges and options ahead.

Agenda

Opening plenary - Building the future of TaxTuesday, May 5, 2026 | 11:00–12:30 p.m. ET; 8:00–9:30 a.m. PT

Session 1 - Building resilient tax transformation programsTuesday, May 5, 2026 | 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET; 11:00–12:00 p.m. PT

Session 2 - AI in Tax – what’s working now and what’s nextWednesday, May 6, 2026 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. ET; 8:00–9:00 a.m. PT

Session 3 - Driving transformative tax value through the latest SAP innovations in data and AIWednesday, May 6, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET; 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT

Session 4 - The future of Tax - what does real-time reporting ‘really’ mean for Tax? Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET; 12:00–1:00 p.m. PT

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