For those doing GL or revenue in industry, are you involved with any automation projects? I am interested in knowing what resources or assistance at your company are available to you? And also what tech skills you need as an accountant?

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I'm not but I've heard Alteryx is commonly used.

Tableau is a big thing at a lot of companies right now. Personally I learned SQL and its been a huge asset in automation initiatives, along with being very good at excel. Other tools I have used - TM1, cognos, power BI.

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