Conference dates
15 Nov 2026 - 17 Nov 2026
Location
Big Island, Hawaii
Description
35th Asian-Pacific Conference on International Accounting Issues
November 15–17, 2026 | Hilton Waikoloa Village, Big Island, Hawaii
Conference Theme: Accounting and Business in the Age of AI Transformation
CALL FOR PAPERS - Home Page: https://www.apconference.org/
The Asian-Pacific Conference on International Accounting Issues invites academics, practitioners, and PhD students to participate in the 35th Annual Conference, to be held November 15–17, 2026, at the Hilton Waikoloa Village, Big Island, Hawaii.
This year’s theme, “Accounting and Business in the Age of AI Transformation,” provides an important forum for exchanging ideas and research that advance the understanding of international accounting and business practices worldwide.
Submission Deadline: May 18, 2026
Notification of Outcome: June 30, 2026
Please visit https://www.apconference.org for detailed submission guidelines and requirements.
VERNON ZIMMERMAN BEST PAPER AWARDS
Outstanding papers will be selected by a panel of distinguished reviewers for the Vernon Zimmerman Best Paper Awards, with each award recipient receiving USD 500.
PUBLICATIONS
The conference is partnering with journals for the possible publication of papers presented at the conference. Details are provided below:
Accounting Research Journal (ARJ)
The Editors of Accounting Research Journal (ARJ) invite presenters of papers at the conference to submit, post the conference, their paper for publication in ARJ. Normal criteria for publication will apply but conference papers will receive a fast track review. If there are a sufficient number of papers the Editors will consider producing a special issue for the papers from the conference. ARJ embraces a range of methodological approaches in identifying and solving significant emergent problems and accounting issues. Submissions are encouraged across all areas of accounting, finance and cognate disciplines.
Australian Accounting Review (AAR)
The Australian Accounting Review (AAR) invites presenters of papers at the conference to indicate whether they would like their paper to be considered for publication in AAR. Normal criteria for publication will apply but conference papers will receive an early indication of their suitability for publication in this journal. The scope of AAR is accounting professional practice and it includes articles on audit and assurance, communication and information systems, ethics and governance, financial reporting, management accounting, taxation, and treasury practices.
Asian Journal of Accounting Research (AJAR)
The Asian Journal of Accounting Research (AJAR) is a leading international journal dedicated to advancing high-quality accounting research with a strong emphasis on Asia and emerging economies. Established in 2016 and managed by the Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Airlangga (Indonesia), AJAR has grown into a respected global platform for impactful scholarship. AJAR holds the rare “Triple Crown” recognition, being indexed in Scopus (Q1), CABS, and ABDC. As a journal partner for the upcoming Asian-Pacific Conference on International Accounting Issues, AJAR welcomes research that offers meaningful insights into accounting, accountability, governance, and financial reporting across diverse international contexts. For more information: ajar@feb.unair.ac.id
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CREDITS
Participants in past conferences have earned up to 16 hours of CPE credits.
TOPICS
Paper presentations and panel discussions are invited on international accounting and related global business topics.
For detailed topic areas, please visit https://www.apconference.org/ under the “FAQ” section.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEE
Registration fees include all conference sessions, the Welcome Reception, Luncheon, Gala Dinner, coffee breaks, and a digital copy of the program and proceedings.
On or Before August 15, 2026:
Early Bird Registration: USD 590
Early Bird PhD Student Registration: USD 350
After August 15, 2026:
General Registration: USD 690
PhD Registration: USD 450
Please note: Registrations received after August 15, 2026, cannot be guaranteed inclusion in the program or proceedings.
CONFERENCE ACCOMMODATIONS
The conference will be held at the Hilton Waikoloa Village, where participants can enjoy a preferred rate of USD 239++ per night.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CONFERENCE HEADQUARTERS:
Dr. Ali Peyvandi, Conference Chairman – alip@csufresno.edu
Dr. Susan Henderson, Vice Chair – shenderson@csufresno.edu
Dr. Tatyana Ryabova, Vice Chair – tryabova@csufresno.edu