South African Journal of Accounting Research
Scope & Guideline
Nurturing Excellence in Accounting Discourse and Application
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Accounting Practices and Standards:
The journal extensively explores issues related to accounting standards, including the adoption and impact of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the relevance of sustainability reporting. - Taxation and Compliance:
Research on taxation, including compliance, policy impacts, and implications for businesses and individuals, is a core area, reflecting the journal's commitment to addressing tax justice and effectiveness. - Audit Quality and Governance:
A significant focus is placed on the determinants of audit quality, corporate governance, and the effectiveness of audit practices, particularly in developing economies. - Emerging Technologies in Accounting:
The journal investigates the implications of emerging technologies, such as blockchain and big data analytics, on accounting practices and audit methodologies. - Educational Insights and Skills Development:
The journal also emphasizes the educational aspects of accounting, exploring curricula, pedagogical approaches, and the development of skills necessary for future accountants.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility:
There is a growing trend towards integrating sustainability into accounting practices, with research focusing on sustainability reporting, corporate social responsibility, and the implications of these practices for firm performance. - Tax Justice and Policy Analysis:
Emerging discussions on tax justice, equity, and the implications of tax policy changes reflect a heightened awareness of the social responsibilities of taxation and its impact on society. - Impact of Technology on Accounting:
The exploration of how technologies such as big data, blockchain, and digitalization affect accounting practices and auditing effectiveness is on the rise, indicating a shift towards modernizing the field. - Diversity and Gender Issues in Accounting:
Research addressing gender disparities in audit fees and the broader implications of diversity within accounting practices is becoming increasingly prominent, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices. - Educational Innovations in Accounting:
There is an emerging interest in educational methodologies and the development of skills for accounting students, reflecting the need for adaptive learning approaches in the face of changing industry demands.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Financial Reporting Issues:
There appears to be a decreasing emphasis on traditional financial reporting concerns, such as basic compliance issues and straightforward financial statement analysis, as researchers explore more complex and contemporary topics. - Narrow Taxation Studies:
While taxation remains a core theme, there is a noticeable reduction in studies focused solely on narrow aspects of tax law without broader implications or innovative approaches. - Historical Case Studies in Accounting:
The journal has seen fewer publications on historical case studies or retrospective analyses of accounting practices, indicating a shift towards more current and forward-looking research.
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