Conference Objectives
- Encourage cross-border dialogue on emerging standards in financial reporting and audit transparency
- Examine the impact of artificial intelligence and automation on accounting workflows and decision-making
- Promote evidence-based policy discussions linking corporate governance to sustainable financial performance
- Provide a platform for early-career researchers to present findings alongside financial management experts
- Explore the intersection of behavioral finance and traditional accounting frameworks in uncertain economic climates
- Strengthen international academic-industry partnerships that translate research outcomes into real-world financial practice
Who Should Attend
It is aimed at accounting researchers, chartered accountants, corporate controllers and valuation analysts.
- Academic researchers specializing in accounting theory and financial reporting
- Chartered accountants and certified public accountants seeking continuing professional development
- Corporate CFOs and financial controllers navigating regulatory complexity
- Graduate and doctoral students conducting dissertation research in finance or accounting
- Regulatory body representatives and standard-setting organization members
- Investment analysts and portfolio managers interested in evidence-based valuation research
- FinTech entrepreneurs and technology developers working at the accounting-innovation interface
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is offered through a carefully structured set of ticket types designed to accommodate the diverse needs of academics, practitioners, and students. As you plan your visit to Richmond Hill, we invite you to select the option that best aligns with your professional goals and travel arrangements. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you enroll.
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 completing your registration for the 40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management, you may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document confirms your acceptance status, presentation role, and registration details, and is intended to support your travel planning and institutional approval processes.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to registered participants and are reflect your conference role, whether as a presenting author or attending delegate. Requests are typically processed within three to five business days of receipt.
Please be advised that the provision of an official conference invitation letter is a facilitation service offered solely to assist delegates with their travel arrangements and internal institutional processes. The issuance of this letter does not in any way guarantee, influence, or constitute an endorsement of a visa application, and all immigration decisions rest entirely with the relevant government authorities of Canada.
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 – 40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit original, unpublished work that pushes the boundaries of accounting science and financial management theory. The 40th edition welcomes contributions spanning quantitative studies, qualitative inquiries, case analyses, and interdisciplinary perspectives that reflect the conference’s global and forward-looking character.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- IFRS and GAAP convergence challenges
- AI-driven financial statement analysis
- Sustainability and ESG reporting frameworks
- Forensic accounting and fraud detection
- Corporate tax strategy and compliance
- Integrated reporting and value creation
- Managerial accounting in digital enterprises
- Financial risk modeling and stress testing
- Audit quality and independence standards
- Behavioral biases in capital budgeting
- Cryptocurrency accounting classification issues
- Public sector financial management reform
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 40th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Forensic accounting and fraud detection, Audit quality and independence standards or Public sector financial management reform.
| 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 40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field. Reviewers assess submissions on originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the field, and clarity of contribution, with detailed feedback provided to all authors regardless of the acceptance outcome.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will be honored at the conference’s closing session and will receive a personalized certificate of excellence co-signed by the conference chairs, and featured promotion of their work through the conference’s international academic networks and social media channels.
- Winning papers in each thematic track will be fast-tracked for editorial consideration in a designated partner journal specializing in accounting and financial management research, giving award recipients a meaningful pathway to high-visibility publication that amplifies the scholarly impact of their recognized work.
40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management – May 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 40th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management welcomes contributions from scholars across all disciplines; while the thematic focus centers on accounting and financial management, the organizing committee recognizes the multidisciplinary nature of contemporary research and encourages submissions that draw on related fields where they offer meaningful insights.
- Registration and payment confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program schedule, session formats, or delivery mode in response to unforeseen logistical, health, or safety circumstances, and registered delegates will be informed promptly of any material changes.
- Access to individual sessions, workshops, and social events is subject to the specific entitlements associated with each registration category; delegates are encouraged to review their ticket inclusions carefully, as attendance at certain specialized tracks or pre-conference workshops may require separate registration or an applicable upgrade.