'ChatGPT Says…': Accountant Rants On Reddit As CEO Snubs Expertise For AI Advice

A weary accountant has taken to Reddit to air his growing frustrations with his boss, who, he claims, has replaced professional financial advice with the musings of ChatGPT. The anonymous employee said that instead of asking the only accounting professional in the company, the CEO has been relying on the AI tool for financial queries, often leading to inaccurate results and rising tensions.

“ChatGPT is going to make me end it,” the accountant opened dramatically in his post, making it clear he’s had enough of the misplaced tech enthusiasm.

No CFO, No Support — Just ChatGPT

According to the post, the company doesn’t have a formal accounting department or a Chief Financial Officer. The accountant is the sole finance person on the team, working directly under a CEO who is also the company’s owner. Despite this setup, the boss chooses to trust the AI chatbot over his in-house expert.

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“I’m so over my boss saying ‘ChatGPT says to…’ It’s not accurate. It’s not a source of truth,” the accountant wrote. “If you want something done, just tell me. I’ll make it happen in a logical and appropriate way.”

While he acknowledged the convenience ChatGPT offers — instant responses, 24/7 availability — he stressed that it cannot match the contextual understanding or accuracy required in accounting decisions. “He likes it because it’s fast. He can get immediate answers. But they’re not accurate!” he added.

The frustration has pushed the employee to start job hunting, hinting at how unchecked reliance on AI could lead to brain drain, morale dips, and even staff exits.

A Reddit Rant That Resonated

The post clearly hit a nerve. Numerous professionals chimed in with empathy, advice, and a few tongue-in-cheek strategies to survive similar situations.

One commenter invoked the “Mel Brooks rule,” advising the accountant to nod along with the boss but quietly do things the right way. Others encouraged him to seek opportunities in Revenue Operations (RevOps), suggesting the role offers better compensation and work-life balance, especially in tech-forward industries.

There was also surprise and concern that even accountants, typically seen as secure in their jobs, are feeling the heat in a tech-dominated market. One user lamented the changing landscape and hoped the accountant would find a more appreciative employer soon.

Coping With AI Fatigue in the Workplace

A few responses advocated for passive resistance. One suggestion: follow incorrect AI-driven instructions to the letter and let the results speak for themselves. According to the commenter, this strategy had previously led to poor decisions being traced back to the real culprit — management’s blind faith in technology.

While AI tools like ChatGPT can be incredibly useful, the incident underscores a growing workplace dilemma: when convenience overshadows competence. Sometimes, the most reliable answers don’t come from a chatbot — they come from the expert already on your payroll.

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