Atlanta-based IPA 100 firm Aprio (FY24 net revenue of $485.3 million) announced a five-year, $300 million investment in AI and automation, alongside the acquisition of TimeCredit, a 2024 AICPA and CPA.com Startup Accelerator company. This move marks a major milestone in Aprio’s commitment to build an AI-enabled firm that delivers smarter, faster and more valuable services across audit, tax, legal and advisory practices.

TimeCredit, known for its AI-enabled automation platform that enhances accuracy and speed in accounting workflows, is the latest addition to Aprio’s growing portfolio of AI and automation investments. The acquisition significantly expands Aprio’s capabilities in intelligent automation, particularly in audit, tax, reporting and advisory services.

As part of the acquisition, three key members of the TimeCredit team—including CEO and co-founder Ndonga Sagnia—joined Aprio. Sagnia now serves as senior director of AI transformation, where she will play a pivotal role in advancing Aprio’s AI strategy and accelerating innovation across the firm.

“At TimeCredit, we have always believed that technology will be the key driver for growth in the accounting profession,” said Sagnia. “With Aprio, we are combining truly advanced technology with strong domain expertise to create smarter solutions for clients and professionals alike. I’m excited to join a firm that is on the leading edge of the profession.”

Aprio’s $300 million investment will be deployed over five years to build a scalable, AI-enabled firm that delivers measurable value for clients and team members alike. This transformation will be guided by Aprio’s AI Council, a cross-functional leadership group responsible for aligning technology investments with business strategy and client needs. As Aprio deepens its capabilities and expands its AI ecosystem, the firm remains focused on staying ahead of market demands—developing and investing in intelligent solutions that scale with clients and empower professionals to do their most impactful work.

“This investment is about more than just adopting new tools. It’s about fundamentally reimagining how we work,” said Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio. “By adding new platforms to our growing AI ecosystem, we are doubling down on our belief that technology, when paired with the best people, can reshape the future of professional services.”

Aprio’s AI strategy includes the integration of TimeCredit’s platform as well as advanced AI tools that assist with drafting documents and analyzing legal content, to automating research, summarizing complex information and streamlining workflows. These technologies are designed to enhance both the client and team member experience by improving accuracy, accelerating turnaround times and freeing professionals to focus on higher-value and client engagement.

“By integrating intelligent automation into our workflows, we are building a more agile, responsive organization that delivers faster insights for clients and a more fulfilling experience for our team members,” said Brent McDaniel, chief digital officer of Aprio. “We believe our AI ecosystem can truly scale with our goals, helping us stay ahead of client needs while empowering our people to do their best, most impactful work.”