Rillion Report: AI Use in U.S. Finance Functions Creates Illusion of Progress
A new Rillion report reveals that while 68% of U.S. finance teams use AI, only 39% of CFOs are comfortable with it acting independently.
New research from Rillion suggests that the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across U.S. finance functions may be creating an illusion of progress. Despite high usage and expectations, finance teams continue to grapple with limited trust, manual work, and emerging skills gaps, according to the study.
The "2026 AI in Finance Report" is based on a survey of 250 CFOs and finance leaders across the United States. The research examines four gaps between AI adoption and true transformation. It found that while 68% of respondents reported using AI, only 39% of CFOs are comfortable allowing it to act independently.
The study highlights that fully realizing AI's potential requires more than just implementing the technology. Challenges include ensuring data quality, integrating with existing systems, and training staff on new tools. Without addressing these issues, AI adoption may remain superficial.
Rillion's report indicates that finance departments need to focus on strategic planning and invest in both people and processes to ensure AI delivers real value and transforms functions deeply, rather than merely creating an illusion of advancement.