# AI in Finance for Modelers to Succeed by Mastering the Fundamentals with Chris Reilly

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Podcast: [Financial Modeler's Corner](https://stenobird.com/podcast/financial-modeler-s-corner-6436942)
Published: 2026-02-17T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.thefpandaguy.com/blog-3-1
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## Resource

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by Chris Reilly, founder of Financial Modeling Education, for an insightful discussion on the importance of mastering financial modeling fundamentals in the age of AI. Chris shares his perspective on how AI is transforming the modeling industry, why understanding the basics is more important than ever, and how dynamic arrays are changing the modeling landscape. Chris Reilly is a financial modeling expert with over 91,000 students trained globally. He has a diverse background, having worked in private equity and FP&A, and has developed a range of training programs through Wall Street Prep, Wharton, LinkedIn Learning, and his own courses. Chris emphasizes that strong foundational knowledge in finance and accounting is crucial to leveraging AI and new technologies effectively. Expect to Learn Why mastering the fundamentals of financial modeling is essential in an AI-driven world How Chris integrates AI tools to enhance his modeling work The role of dynamic arrays in streamlining financial models The balance between technical skills and business decision-making Insights on why complex models aren't always better Here are a few quotes from the episode: “AI is a magnifier. If you know what you're doing, it helps you get more done. If not, it makes problems worse.” - Chris Reilly “The real goal of any model is to help the business understand what to do next, not just to show off technical skills.” - Chris Reilly Chris highlights how AI can help with dynamic arrays and improve model efficiency, but stresses that it should never replace the need for a strong understanding of financial fundamentals. His focus is on helping modelers leverage the right technology without bypassing essential knowledge.…

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