From Finance and Accounting to Data Science : Machine Learning

With the rapid increase in the amount of data available, there is huge potential for Machine Learning (ML) to transform the finance industry.

ML is the science of teaching a computer how to automatically learn (and improve) how to make accurate predictions using data.

In this article, I will explain 3 key things:

• Use Cases of Machine Learning in Finance
• Study Plan for Machine Learning
• How to Develop a machine learning model?

But first, just a little bit about me.

From Finance and Accounting to Data Science : Machine Learning

About Me

My name is Christian Martinez and I am the International Finance Automation Manager for Kraft Heinz and Founder of a side project called The Financial Fox.

My background is in Finance and Accounting but I successfully transition to Data Science and Automation. I use data analytics and automation tools such as Python, Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, SQL, Excel with VBA, and R to build and improve on the existing productivity-reporting infrastructure across Kraft Heinz International Zone (LATAM/EUROPE/ASIA/PACIFIC).

This role is part of the Finance team in close collaboration with business stakeholders and functions like Manufacturing…