American Accounting Association

The Financial Accounting and Reporting Section (FARS) invites researchers to submit their latest high-quality academic papers for the 2027 FARS Midyear Meeting.

📍 The Westin St. Francis, San Francisco, CA
📅 January 21–23, 2027

Help us build a top-notch research program by submitting your work by September 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Submit here: https://bit.ly/4vvmAmV

Looking to stay ahead in a changing profession?

The AAA IMPACT HUB is your go-to destination for expert insights, practical tools, and future-focused resources—all designed to support your professional development.

Explore what’s next.

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Faculty and educators, we need your help.

The 2026 Two-Year Bridge Symposium (TYBS) is now accepting applications, and this is a powerful opportunity for your community college students to explore careers in accounting.

Hosted nationwide at leading accounting firms, this one-day, in-person experience connects students directly with professionals, resources, and career pathways.

Students will:
• Explore accounting career opportunities
• Learn how to successfully transfer to four-year institutions
• Gain insight into CPA licensure and career planning
• Discover scholarships and professional resources

📍 November 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (local time)

💼 Hosted at firm offices across the country

✈️ Fully funded, including travel, meals, and program costs

Spots are limited and demand is high, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

If you have students who would benefit from this experience, please take a moment to share this opportunity with them.

👉 Apply here: https://bit.ly/4uASwFr

Please help spread the word!

Using Critical Thinking to Enhance Professional Judgment, Ethical Reasoning, and Decision-Making Skills
📅 Jun. 26, 2026 | 11:00 am ET

The absence of critical thinking and ethical decision-making contributed to frauds like Enron and WorldCom. Join four experts as they discuss how accounting professionals and educators can strengthen ethical responsibilities, accountability, and professional judgment in the profession.

Sponsored by the Public Interest, Ethics, and Sustainability Section.

Register: https://bit.ly/3SsWEcJ

Strengthen your approach to fraud risk management. 🔍

With the COSO Fraud Risk Management Certificate Program from AAA and ACFE, you’ll gain 8 CPE hours and practical insights to enhance prevention, detection, and response.

Be ready for what’s next.

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✨What if one event could transform your year?

AAA Global Connect brings together 6,000 professionals from 100+ countries for a powerful, reimagined experience featuring 275+ sessions, global networking, and expanded learning opportunities. 🌎

📍 Las Vegas | August 1–5, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and grow.

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Getting ready to submit your research?

Take advantage of complimentary Paperpal Preflight access for AAA authors—designed to catch formatting issues and strengthen clarity before peer review.

A few small improvements now can elevate your work later.

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🌟 Featured 2026 Global Connect Speaker: Jeffrey Hales
📅 Plenary Session – Monday, August 3, 2026

Jeffrey Hales teaches global corporate sustainability at the University of Texas at Austin, where he holds the Bake Chair in Global Sustainability Leadership, is the Charles T. Zlatkovich Centennial Professor of Accounting, and serves as Executive Director of the Global Sustainability Leadership Institute.

His research focuses on accounting standard setting and regulation, individual decision making, and behavioral finance—drawing on applied game theory, experimental economics, and psychology. His work has appeared in leading journals including The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting Research, and Journal of Accounting and Economics.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/46X83WI

What does it take to stay ahead in today’s accounting profession?

AAA membership provides the tools, insights, and connections you need—from trusted research and teaching resources to a global network of peers.

Plus, enjoy valuable benefits like discounts, CPE opportunities, and submission fee savings.

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Your next career move starts here. 🌟

The AAA Career Center helps professionals find meaningful opportunities—and employers connect with top talent across the accounting community.

Whether you're hiring or job searching, we’ve got you covered.

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