Elsevier and American Accounting Association announce launch of new journal

The American Accounting Association (AAA) announced today their affiliation with Accounting Open, a newly launched journal published by Elsevier. Accounting Open is a fully open access journal dedicated to publishing theoretical and empirical research contributing to the description, understanding, and prediction of accounting phenomena.

The journal aims to publish all research that adheres to accepted ethical standards, is rigorous, and addresses an important question even if narrow. The journal does not evaluate manuscripts based on their novelty or potential impact, and therefore strongly encourages the submission of replications and studies reporting negative/null results.

“The American Accounting Association is very excited about this opportunity to partner with Elsevier,” said Dr. Yvonne Hinson, AAA CEO. “Quality publishing is at the heart of what we do, and we believe Accounting Open will expand the number of avenues available for our researchers through this fully open access journal. We are proud to collaborate with Elsevier on this new journal.”

Professor Kris Hardies, Editor-in-Chief of Accounting Open, commented "I’m very interested in how science is done, and I think we can improve how we do accounting research ─ our research practices and the review process. While many recognize this need for improvement, established journals face barriers to innovation. By fostering a culture of experimentation and embracing new approaches, I envision Accounting Open playing a key role in advancing how we conduct and evaluate research in our field."

The collaboration between the AAA and Elsevier underscores a shared commitment to excellence in scientific publishing and the advancement of knowledge in accounting. Authors will benefit from a streamlined submission process, rigorous peer review, and the opportunity to publish their work in a prestigious, widely recognised platform.

About the American Accounting Association

Promoting excellence in accounting education, research, and practice, the American Accounting Association (AAA) is the largest community of accountants in academia. Founded in 1916, we have a rich and reputable history built on leading-edge research and publications, including a portfolio of 17 peer-reviewed journals covering a wide range of study areas within the discipline. The diversity of our membership creates a fertile environment for collaboration and innovation. Collectively, we shape the future of accounting through teaching, research, and a powerful network, ensuring our position as thought leaders in accounting. For more information about the AAA, please visit https://aaahq.org/ opens in new tab/window.

About Elsevier

A global leader in advanced information and decision support, Elsevier helps to advance science and healthcare, to advance human progress. We do this by facilitating insights and critical decision-making with innovative solutions based on trusted, evidence-based content and advanced AI-enabled digital technologies.

We have supported the work of our research and healthcare communities for more than 140 years. Our 9,700 employees around the world, including 2,300 technologists, are dedicated to supporting researchers, librarians, academic leaders, funders, governments, R&D-intensive companies, doctors, nurses, future healthcare professionals and educators in their critical work. Our 3,000 scientific journals and iconic reference books include the foremost titles in their fields, including Cell Press, The Lancet and Gray’s Anatomy. Together with the Elsevier Foundation opens in new tab/window, we work in partnership with the communities we serve to advance inclusion in science, research and healthcare in developing countries and around the world.

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