Conference Objectives
- Examine the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and automation on modern accounting workflows and audit processes
- Advance scholarly discourse on sustainable finance, ESG reporting standards, and climate-related financial disclosures
- Foster cross-border dialogue on regulatory convergence, IFRS adoption, and jurisdictional compliance challenges
- Highlight cutting-edge research connecting behavioral economics with managerial decision-making and capital allocation
- Cultivate partnerships between academic researchers, chartered professionals, and corporate finance practitioners
- Provide a structured platform for early-career scholars to present original work and receive mentorship from industry leaders
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Certified public accountants and chartered accountants seeking continuing professional development
- University faculty and doctoral researchers specializing in accounting, auditing, or financial management
- Chief financial officers and corporate treasury professionals exploring emerging best practices
- Financial regulators and standard-setting body representatives engaged in policy development
- Investment analysts and portfolio managers interested in the latest valuation and reporting research
- Postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students pursuing careers in finance or accounting
- Fintech entrepreneurs and technology consultants developing solutions for financial reporting and compliance
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management in Richmond Hill offers several carefully structured attendance options tailored to the diverse needs of our global delegate community — from full conference packages to single-day access. Each tier has been priced to deliver outstanding value relative to the depth of programming, networking opportunities, and publication benefits on offer. All displayed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so delegates can budget with complete confidence.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
Registered delegates of the 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat to support their travel arrangements to Richmond Hill, Canada. This letter serves as formal confirmation of your accepted participation or registration status and is typically required by embassies, consulates, and institutional travel offices when processing international travel requests.
To obtain your invitation letter, delegates must first complete full registration and payment through the official conference portal. Once your registration is verified, the secretariat will issue a personalized letter on official conference letterhead, bearing the event details, your name, affiliation, and registration reference number, usually within five business days of the request being submitted.
Please note that while the conference secretariat is pleased to provide this official documentation in support of your visa application, the issuance of an invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa decisions rest solely with the relevant immigration authorities, and delegates are strongly advised to initiate their visa applications well in advance of the conference dates to allow sufficient processing time.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is designed as a multidisciplinary forum; while the core focus is accounting and financial management, contributions drawing on adjacent fields such as economics, law, data science, and organizational behavior are welcomed provided they maintain direct relevance to the conference themes.
- Inclusion in the conference program and publication in the proceedings is contingent upon at least one author per accepted paper completing full registration and confirming attendance prior to the published deadline; failure to do so may result in the paper being withdrawn from the program without refund.
- The conference schedule is subject to change; session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be adjusted by the organizing committee at any point before or during the event, and delegates are responsible for monitoring official communications and the updated online program to ensure they attend all sessions of interest to them.
Call for Papers – 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
The 36th ICAFM invites original, unpublished research contributions from academics and practitioners at the intersection of accounting rigor and financial innovation. Submissions that challenge conventional wisdom, introduce novel methodologies, or address pressing real-world challenges in financial management are especially encouraged.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Corporate governance and board accountability
- Integrated and sustainability reporting frameworks
- Forensic accounting and fraud detection
- Public sector and governmental accounting
- Taxation policy and international tax compliance
- Financial risk modeling and stress testing
- Earnings management and financial statement analysis
- Cryptocurrency accounting and digital asset valuation
- Mergers, acquisitions, and fair value measurement
- Management accounting and performance measurement systems
- Auditing standards and assurance quality
- Capital markets research and investor behavior
Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 36th ICAFM undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process, with each paper evaluated by at least two independent reviewers possessing relevant subject-matter expertise in accounting or financial management. Reviewer feedback is provided to all authors regardless of the acceptance outcome, ensuring that every submission contributes to the scholarly development of its contributors.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be honored with a formally engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official ICAFM 2027 communications, conference proceedings, and social media channels, providing lasting visibility within the international accounting and financial management research community.
- Winning authors will also receive complimentary priority consideration for an expedited peer-review track in one of ICAFM’s partner indexed journals, offering a direct pathway to high-impact publication and significantly amplifying the reach and citation potential of their award-winning research.
36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management (AFM) – April 26-28, 2027 – Richmond Hill, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
Disclaimer
- The 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is designed as a multidisciplinary forum; while the core focus is accounting and financial management, contributions drawing on adjacent fields such as economics, law, data science, and organizational behavior are welcomed provided they maintain direct relevance to the conference themes.
- Inclusion in the conference program and publication in the proceedings is contingent upon at least one author per accepted paper completing full registration and confirming attendance prior to the published deadline; failure to do so may result in the paper being withdrawn from the program without refund.
- The conference schedule is subject to change; session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be adjusted by the organizing committee at any point before or during the event, and delegates are responsible for monitoring official communications and the updated online program to ensure they attend all sessions of interest to them.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 36th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is designed as a multidisciplinary forum; while the core focus is accounting and financial management, contributions drawing on adjacent fields such as economics, law, data science, and organizational behavior are welcomed provided they maintain direct relevance to the conference themes.
- Inclusion in the conference program and publication in the proceedings is contingent upon at least one author per accepted paper completing full registration and confirming attendance prior to the published deadline; failure to do so may result in the paper being withdrawn from the program without refund.
- The conference schedule is subject to change; session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be adjusted by the organizing committee at any point before or during the event, and delegates are responsible for monitoring official communications and the updated online program to ensure they attend all sessions of interest to them.