Registration Time: 09:00

Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30  including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Mr Jonathan Mifsud
Venue:   Online Webinar

Participation Fees 
MIA Members: €40.00
Non-MIA Members: €75.00
Retired Members: €20.00
Students: €30.00

*Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

AI is already changing how payroll professionals work — but most of the conversation is either hype or fear. This session cuts through both.
Through live demonstrations, attendees will see how tools like ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini can be applied to real payroll tasks today — and where the boundaries of safe, compliant use lie.

Specific topics to be covered during the sessioN

• An honest overview of AI tools available and their limitations for payroll work

• Practical demonstrations: cleaning client data, drafting communications, and summarising legislative updates

• Live demo: using AI to extract structured employee information from unstructured client emails

• Understanding the API concept — what's possible without writing a single line of code

• GDPR obligations when using AI with payroll and employee data

• Vendor AI vs building your own: what to consider before either

• What to expect from AI in payroll over the next two years

WHY SHOULD MEMBERS ATTEND THIS CPE EVENT?

AI tools are increasingly being used across accounting and finance practices — often informally, without clear guidance on where they can be applied safely and where they cannot. For payroll specifically, the stakes are high: the data involved is personal, often sensitive, and subject to GDPR. Members who understand how to use these tools effectively and responsibly will be better placed to improve efficiency in their practice, provide more responsive client service, and advise clients who are asking the same questions. Equally, members who are unaware of the risks — particularly around data handling and over-reliance on AI outputs — are exposed. This session gives members the practical knowledge to make informed decisions rather than either avoiding AI entirely or adopting it without appropriate safeguards.

Target audience

Accountants, payroll practitioners and bureau professionals who want a grounded, practical introduction to AI tools in the context of their day-to-day work. No technical background is required. Equally relevant to those who have already started experimenting with AI tools and want to understand the compliance and security boundaries, and to those who are yet to start and want to know where to begin.

Speaker's Profile

Jonathan is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Buddy, a cutting-edge payroll platform that is revolutionising the way payroll bureaus and accountants in Malta and beyond expand their services. Since starting as a self-employed technology consultant in 2014, Jonathan has accumulated over nine years of experience in collaborating closely with payroll professionals. He specialises in utilising technology to enhance workflow efficiency, boost profitability, and reduce risks in payroll processes.
As a known figure in the Maltese payroll and accounting scene, Jonathan has spoken at prominent local events including the Malta Institute of Accountants . His expertise is regularly showcased through webinars and he is a familiar voice on podcasts.
Jonathan's presentations are well-received for their practical insights and strategic advice, making him a sought-after speaker for both local and international audiences. His ability to simplify complex payroll challenges ensures that his contributions are highly relevant and valued by payroll and accounting professionals.

EVENT CPE COMPETENCies

3  Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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