WARREN W. NISSLEY: A CRUSADER FOR COLLEGIATE EDUCATION

1996 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elliott L. Slocum ◽  
Alfred R. Roberts
Keyword(s):  
Independent Schools ◽  
College Graduates ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Graduate Level ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Public Accounting Firms ◽  
College Programs

Warren W. Nissley's intense dedication to public accounting led him to crusade for development of schools of accountancy and improvement of education of accountants. Nissley conceived and championed the Bureau for Placements, 1926–1932, which resulted in: public accounting firms recruiting college graduates and developing permanent professional staffs, publishing the first Institute career publication, academic and student awareness of public accounting, and improved quality of college programs and graduates. Nissley's campaign for independent schools of accountancy, 1928–1950, influenced the Institute's committee on education. Many elements of his recommendations may be recognized in the evolution and current developments of accounting education. However, Nissley would continue to express disappointment in the failure to establish separate professional, graduate level, schools of accountancy for public accounting.

scholarly journals ANALISIS FRAUD PENTAGON TERHADAP KECURANGAN LAPORAN KEUANGAN PADA SEKTOR PERUSAHAN MANUFAKTUR YANG TERDAFTAR Di BURSA EFEK INDONESIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 153
Author(s):  
Delviana Dama Yanti
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
External Auditors ◽  
Public Accounting Firms ◽  
Fraudulent Financial Statements

ABSTRACT The purpose of this research is see the effect of pentagon fraud proxied by financial targets, nature of the industry, quality of external auditors, change of auditors, number of CEOs who frequently detect fraud in financial statements. Financial statement fraud in this study was measured using the proxies of Return on Assets, Receivables, selection of audit services at public accounting firms, changes in public accounting firms, changes in directors, and the number of CEO photos. The population in this study are manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) in 2017-2019. This study uses a purposive sampling technique so, there are 48 financial reports from 25 manufacturing companies. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS version 20. The results of this study indicate that financial targets, nature of industry, quality of external auditors and the number of CEOs who often do not have a significant effect in the handling of fraudulent financial statements. Meanwhile, changes in auditors and changes in direction have a significant effect on fraudulent financial statements

scholarly journals Influence of Intellectual/Emotional/Spiritual Intelligence, Independence, and Tri Hita Karana on Auditor Performance

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 85
Author(s):  
I Gusti Ayu Made Asri Dwija Putri ◽  
Ni Gusti Putu Wirawati
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression ◽  
Spiritual Intelligence ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Public Accounting Firms ◽  
Public Accountant

Auditor performance is the result of work rendered in carrying out one’s duties within a certain period of time. The quality of auditing is improved if the auditor shows good performance. The aim of this research is to determine how intellectual/emotional/spiritual intelligence, independence, and the culture of Tri Hita Karana affect auditor performance in public accounting firms in Bali. This research was conducted in seven public accountant firms in Bali and questionnaires were used to collect the data. Purposive sampling was employed to determine the sample, and multiple linear regression was applied as a technique of analysis. This research contributes to the literature as it considers Tri Hita Karana as a factor that affects auditor performance. Hopefully, this research can give guidance to public accounting firms in terms of how intellectual/emotional/spiritual intelligence, independence, and Tri Hita Karana influence auditor performance. Keywords: Tri Hita Karana, auditor, intelligence, independence

Determinants of Audit Quality at Public Accounting Firms

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 134-143
Author(s):  
Audrey Michelle Wenny Yolanda ◽  
Kartini Kartini ◽  
Grace T. Pontoh
Keyword(s):  
Audit Quality ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Education Experience ◽  
Audit Fee ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

Objective – This study aims to examine and prove the effect of education, experience and audit fee on audit quality. Methodology – The data used are primary data in the form of questionnaires distributed to auditors, both senior and junior auditors at Public Accounting Firms located in Sulawesi. The questionnaires distributed to respondents were 46 auditors and 42 questionnaires were returned and able to processed. Findings – This research used a quantitative approach by measuring the objective data through scientific calculations, derived from samples of certain objects to answer a number of questions. The sampling technique used in this study is purposive sampling by using certain criteria and the model used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that education, experience and audit fee have an effect on audit quality. Novelty – Audit quality is a representation of the auditor's performance as an audit service provider and also the auditee as an audit service user. As a liaison between the interests of financial statement users and the company, auditors are required to improve the quality of their services which in turn will have an impact on quality of the audit results. Auditors with adequate education and experience and appropriate audit fee in performing audit services will have an effect on the quality of the resulting audit. Type of Paper: Empirical JEL Classification: M40, M49. Keywords: Audit, Education; Experience; Fee; Quality

scholarly journals Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts: Collaborating for Diversity

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Mithu Dey ◽  
Lucy Lim ◽  
Frank Ross ◽  
Tracey Walker ◽  
Ken Bouyer
Keyword(s):  
Academic Research ◽  
Professional Staff ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Important Indicator ◽  
Accounting Firm ◽  
Accounting Professionals ◽  
Howard University ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

The Center for Accounting Education at Howard University partnered with public accounting firms, professional accounting associations, state CPA societies, and accounting academics to formulate recommendations to improve the advancement and retention of Black accounting professionals. Black accountants make up 9 percent of all U.S. accountants and auditors, but in public accounting firms they account for only 4 percent of professional staff and a mere 1 percent of partners (U.S. BLS 2019; AICPA 2019). An important indicator of the collaboration’s success is that public accounting firm leaders sought out its findings and are implementing its recommendations. This paper presents the formation, operation, and outcomes of the collaboration. It also describes the value each group gained from collaborating and provides recommendations for managing collaborations. Our descriptions are offered as a model for others to translate the results of academic research into industry action.

scholarly journals What Determines the Selection of Public Accounting Firms? Case of Listed Mining Companies in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-38
Author(s):  
Mahfud Mahfud ◽  
Mirna Indriani ◽  
Indayani Indayani
Keyword(s):  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Institutional Ownership ◽  
Managerial Ownership ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Public Accounting Firms ◽  
Big Four ◽  
Selection Of

Objective – This study aims to determine the effect of institutional ownership, managerial ownership, board size and debt on the selection of public accounting firms in mining sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX).  Design/methodology – This study uses big four and non-big four public accounting firms classification as a proxy of the quality of the firm that will be selected by the company. It utilizes 120 observations during the 2015-2017 period. The analysis technique used is logistic regression.  Results – The results showed that the size of the board of commissioners affected the election of qualified public accountant. While institutional ownership, managerial and debt holdings have no effect on the selection of qualified public accounting firms.

scholarly journals The Influence of Auditor’s Education Level, Accounting Education, Public Accountant Firm Size on Accounting Profession: Implication to Good Corporate Governance in Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Mathius Tandiontong ◽  
Candra Sinuraya ◽  
Sondang Mariani Rajagukguk
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Accounting Profession ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Accounting Firm ◽  
Good Corporate Governance ◽  
Public Accounting Firms ◽  
Public Accountant

Principles of good corporate governance work well in every business entity, if the role of the accounting profession functions properly. For the accounting profession can play a good role is determined by the level of adequate auditor education, the quality of accounting education, magnitude and the number of public accounting firms spread evenly throughout the territory of Indonesia. The purpose of this study is to test empirically the influence of auditor education level, accounting education, the amount of public accounting firm to the accounting profession and its implications for the application of the principles of good corporate governance in Indonesia. The research method used in this research is descriptive verification by using quantitative approach. Data were collected through indirect communication techniques using questionnaires, limited interviews, and documentation studies in an effort to add explanatory elements to the survey results. The unit of analysis is the Public Accounting Firm in the island of Java. Sampling with simple random proportional method to 88 respondents received by researchers from 500 respondents sent. The technique of analysis and data testing is done by Path analysis. The results showed that: (1) There is a correlation between the level of accountant education with accounting education and the magnitude of public accounting firms with the level of keeratanya still at a moderate level. (2) Coefficient of Determination of Education Level Auditor, Accounting Education, and Quantity of Public Accounting Firm simultaneously have positive effect on Accounting Profession. However, partially the Auditor's Education Level and the Magnitude of Public Accounting Firm have an influence on the Accounting Profession is not significant. (3) There is influence of education level of Auditor, Accounting Education, Accountant Public Accountant Level and Accounting Profession partially or simultaneously to the application of Good Corporate Governance principles. Partially, however, the level of Education of Auditor and the magnitude of Public Accounting Firm influences the application of Good Corporate Governance principles but not significant.

scholarly journals Analisis Fraud Pentagon Terhadap Kecurangan Laporan Keuangan Pada Sektor Perusahaan Manufaktur

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-46
Author(s):  
Delviana Dama Yanti ◽  
Munari Munari
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
External Auditors ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

The purpose of this research is to see the effect of pentagon fraud that proxied by financial targets, nature of the industry, quality of external auditors, change of auditors, number of CEOs who frequently detect fraud in financial statements. Financial statement fraud in this study was measured using the proxies of Return on Assets, Receivables, selection of audit services at public accounting firms, changes in public accounting firms, changes in directors, and the number of CEO photos. The population in research study are use manufacturing companies who listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) in 2017-2019. This research uses a purposive sampling technique so, there are 48 financial reports from 25 manufacturing companies. The analytical method used in this research is multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS version 20. The results of this research indicate that financial targets, nature of industry, quality of external auditors and the number of CEOs who often don’t have a significant effect in the handling of fraudulent financial statements. Meanwhile, changes in auditors and changes in direction have a significant effect from pentagon fraud side on fraudulent financial statements.Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh moderasi locus of control, faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi sistem informasi keuangan pada kantor kecamatan di kota Semarang. Populasi penelitian ini adalah 16 Kantor Kecamatan di Kota Semarang dan diperoleh 54 kuesioner, kemudian dianalisis analisis regresi moderasi (MRA). Dari hasil penelitian pengaruh Locus of Control Moderation terhadap Efektifitas Sistem Informasi Keuangan pada Kantor Kecamatan Kota Semarang Provinsi Jawa Tengah diperoleh hasil penelitian hipotesis pertama yaitu pengaruh manajemen puncak terhadap efektivitas sistem informasi, untuk menguji pengaruh kepuasan pengguna terhadap efektivitas sistem informasi, untuk menguji pengaruh budaya organisasi terhadap efektivitas sistem informasi. Efektivitas sistem informasi, untuk menguji pengaruh locus of control terhadap hubungan antara manajemen puncak terhadap efektivitas sistem informasi, untuk menguji pengaruh locus of control antara kepuasan pengguna terhadap efektivitas sistem informasi dari hasil penelitian menghasilkan pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan.

THE BUREAU FOR PLACEMENTS

1983 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-127
Author(s):  
Elliott L. Slocum ◽  
Alfred R. Roberts
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
College Graduates ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

The Bureau for Placements sought to encourage qualified college graduates to choose public accounting as a career, to place them with public accounting firms, and to remove the problem of seasonal employment. During its six years of operations, the Bureau published and distributed to college students thousands of copies of the first Institute pamphlet on careers in public accounting, and it placed 250 college graduates with public accounting firms. As a result, the Bureau started, or at least accelerated, the trend by public accounting firms toward the hiring of college graduates.

Connecting Accounting and Communication: A Survey of Public Accounting Firms

1999 ◽  
Vol 62 (2) ◽  
pp. 23-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert H. Stowers ◽  
G.Thomas White
Keyword(s):  
Communication Skills ◽  
Effective Communication ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Accounting Professionals ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

Communication skills are valued highly in public accounting firms, where profes sionals at all levels communicate as part of their jobs. However, respondents to a 1997 survey reported that the development of effective communication skills was not part of formal accounting education and that partners and managers want their entry-level professionals to have these skills at the onset. Further, these skills increase in importance as accounting professionals progress from entry-level to manager to partner. Educational institutions need to develop programs that include communication topics and courses to prepare accountants for the challenges of their profession.

A Contemporary Analysis of Accounting Professionals' Work-Life Balance

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steve Buchheit ◽  
Derek W. Dalton ◽  
Nancy L. Harp ◽  
Carl W. Hollingsworth
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Support ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Public Accounting ◽  
Important Distinction ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Accounting Professionals ◽  
Big 4 ◽  
Public Accounting Firms

SYNOPSIS In recent years, work-life balance surpassed compensation as the most important job satisfaction factor among AICPA members (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants [AICPA] 2004). Despite the continued importance of this issue in the accounting profession (AICPA 2011), prior research has not examined work-life balance perceptions across different segments of the profession. We survey 1,063 practicing CPAs in order to assess the comparative work-life balance perceptions across (1) Big 4 versus smaller public accounting firms, (2) audit versus tax functions, and (3) public accounting versus industry work contexts. Consistent with predictions based on institutional logics theory, we find that work-family conflict and job burnout perceptions (our proxies for work-life balance) are highest in the Big 4. We are the first study to measure both support-for and viability-of traditional alternative work arrangements (AWAs), and we report an important distinction between these two constructs. Specifically, while CPAs across all public accounting firms (i.e., Big 4, national, regional, and local firms) report similar levels of organizational support-for AWAs, Big 4 professionals report significantly lower perceived viability-of AWAs (i.e., the ability to use AWAs and remain effective at one's job) compared to accounting professionals at smaller public accounting firms. Further, we find no differences between audit and tax professionals' perceptions across any of our work-life balance measures. We also document nuanced differences regarding work-life balance perceptions in public accounting versus industry. For example, contrary to conventional wisdom, work-life balance is not uniformly “better” in industry (e.g., burnout is actually lower in smaller public accounting firms compared to industry). Finally, we use open-ended responses from a follow-up survey to provide several recommendations for firms to improve their work-life balance efforts.

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