Conference Objectives
- Encourage cross-border dialogue on emerging regulatory frameworks and their implications for corporate financial reporting standards
- Provide a dedicated platform for presenting original empirical, theoretical, and applied research in accounting and financial management
- Examine the role of financial technology, AI-driven analytics, and automation in reshaping traditional accounting workflows
- Strengthen collaborative networks among academics, auditors, CFOs, and policy architects from diverse economic contexts
- Critically evaluate evolving sustainability accounting practices and the integration of ESG metrics into mainstream financial decision-making
- Identify skill gaps and pedagogical innovations that can better equip the next generation of accounting and finance professionals
Who Should Attend
Doctoral candidates, chartered accountants, regulatory officials, and management consultants each have a place here.
- University professors and academic researchers specializing in accounting, auditing, or corporate finance
- Chief Financial Officers and senior finance executives seeking evidence-based strategic insights
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students presenting early-stage or completed dissertation research
- Certified public accountants and chartered accountants pursuing continuing professional development
- Regulatory officials and standard-setting body representatives engaged in financial governance
- Financial analysts and investment professionals exploring current valuation methodologies
- Management consultants and fintech entrepreneurs working at the frontier of financial innovation
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenting researcher, an industry delegate, or an accompanying guest, the registration options for the Richmond Hill 2026 conference have been structured to accommodate a variety of participation needs and budgets. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete transparency with no unexpected charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available categories carefully and select the option that best aligns with your role and planned engagement at the event.
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 participants of the 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management may request an official invitation letter to support travel arrangements and institutional approval processes. These letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed a verified registration and are intended to confirm participation in the Richmond Hill2026 event.
To obtain your invitation letter, please submit your request through the designated portal on the conference website after your registration payment has been processed and confirmed. The letter will include your name, affiliated institution, registration reference number, and the conference dates and location in Richmond Hill, Canada, providing the documentation typically required by employers, grant bodies, or travel administrators.
Please note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter serves solely as confirmation of your registered participation and does not in any way guarantee, influence, or substitute for a formal visa approval. All visa applications remain subject to the sole discretion of Canadian immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly advised to initiate their applications well in advance of the conference dates.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
Scholars and practitioners worldwide are warmly invited to submit original contributions exploring any dimension of accounting theory, financial management, or related interdisciplinary themes for the 2026 Richmond Hill edition. The conference program committee welcomes full papers, work-in-progress studies, and panel proposals that push the boundaries of conventional financial inquiry.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
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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.
For the 20th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Cloud-Based Accounting and Financial Systems, Financial Risk, Crisis Management, and Resilience or Investment Appraisal and Portfolio Optimization.
| 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 submission received for the Richmond Hill 2026 edition undergoes a double-blind peer review process conducted by reviewers in the field. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on criteria including originality, methodological soundness, clarity of argumentation, and relevance to advancing knowledge in accounting and financial management.
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.
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 certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference communications, including the proceedings publication and the event’s digital channels.
- Winning authors will also receive a complimentary fee waiver for a future edition of the conference, enabling continued engagement with the global accounting and financial management research community.
20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management – December 19, 2026 – 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 |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; accepted papers may span adjacent fields such as economics, business law, public administration, and data science where a substantive connection to accounting or financial management is demonstrated.
- Inclusion in the conference program is contingent upon the timely completion of registration and full payment of applicable fees; submission of a paper or expression of interest alone does not constitute confirmed attendance or a guaranteed speaking slot.
- The conference schedule, including keynote addresses, parallel sessions, and workshop timings, is subject to change; registered attendees are advised to consult the official program published on the conference website for the most current session assignments and room allocations.