Conference Objectives
- Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue between accounting researchers and financial management practitioners
- Examine how emerging technologies such as AI-driven auditing and blockchain ledgers are reshaping traditional accounting paradigms
- Critically assess evolving international financial reporting standards and their implications for corporate governance
- Provide a structured platform for early-career researchers to present and refine original empirical and theoretical contributions
- Facilitate collaborative research partnerships between academic institutions, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders
- Advance discourse on sustainable finance, ESG reporting obligations, and the integration of non-financial disclosures into mainstream accounting practice
Who Should Attend
If you work as a regulatory official, portfolio manager, fintech developer, or auditing researcher, this event is for you.
- Academic researchers specializing in accounting theory, financial reporting, or auditing
- Chief financial officers and corporate finance directors seeking current research applications
- Certified public accountants and chartered accountants pursuing continuing professional development
- Postgraduate students and doctoral candidates in accounting, finance, or business administration
- Regulatory officials and standard-setting body representatives from national and international agencies
- Investment analysts and portfolio managers interested in financial disclosure and valuation research
- Fintech entrepreneurs and technology developers working on financial data and reporting solutions
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 24th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management in Richmond Hill offers several carefully structured ticket tiers designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at different stages of their careers. Each option has been priced transparently: all applicable taxes are included in the displayed registration fee, so there are no unexpected charges at checkout. We invite prospective delegates to review the available ticket types and select the one that best aligns with their participation goals and professional needs.
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
Upon successful registration for the 24th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management, delegates may request an official invitation letter issued by the conference secretariat. This letter confirms your accepted participation status, outlines the event dates and venue in Richmond Hill, Canada, and provides the supporting documentation commonly required by embassies and consulates when processing travel visa applications.
To receive your invitation letter promptly, please ensure that your registration payment has been completed and that any accepted paper details have been verified with the organizing committee. The secretariat typically processes invitation letter requests within three to five business days of receiving a complete application, and the document will be issued on official conference letterhead bearing the relevant credentials of the organizing body.
Please note that while the conference secretariat is pleased to provide this official invitation letter as a courtesy to international attendees, its issuance does not guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by any government authority. All immigration decisions rest solely with the relevant consulate or embassy, and delegates are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa 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 – 24th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
The 24th edition welcomes original, unpublished research submissions that push the boundaries of knowledge in accounting and financial management from scholars and practitioners worldwide. Authors are invited to contribute papers that address theoretical innovations, empirical investigations, or applied case analyses relevant to today’s most pressing financial challenges.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- International financial reporting standards evolution
- AI and machine learning in auditing
- ESG and sustainability reporting frameworks
- Corporate governance and board accountability
- Blockchain applications in financial records
- Tax policy and cross-border compliance
- Forensic accounting and fraud detection
- Managerial accounting and cost innovation
- Public sector financial management reforms
- Integrated reporting and value creation
- Financial risk modelling and measurement
- Behavioral dimensions of financial decision-making
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 24th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example International financial reporting standards evolution, AI and machine learning in auditing or Financial risk modelling and measurement.
| 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
All full-paper submissions to the 24th ICAFM undergo a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers, each selected for their subject-matter expertise in accounting, auditing, or financial management. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts against criteria of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the field, and clarity of contribution before acceptance decisions are communicated to authors.
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 presented with a certificate of excellence and a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management, recognizing the outstanding scholarly contribution to the field.
- Winning authors will receive prominent recognition across all official conference publications and digital channels, including the conference proceedings, the ICAFM website, and post-event communications distributed to the global delegate network, providing significant visibility within the international accounting and finance research community.
24th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management – January 26, 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 |
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 24th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is a multidisciplinary gathering that welcomes contributions from adjacent fields including economics, business law, public administration, and data science where they meaningfully intersect with accounting and financial management themes.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed place at specific workshops or ticketed networking events, which are subject to capacity limits and allocated on a first-confirmed basis.
- Session schedules, speaker line-ups, and room allocations published in advance of the conference are subject to change at the discretion of the programme committee; delegates are encouraged to monitor official communications for the most current agenda information.