Focus And Scope

Journal of Applied Accounting and Sustainable Finance is a peer-reviewed academic journal that aims to publish high-quality scholarly work in the fields of applied accounting and sustainable finance. The journal serves as a platform for the dissemination of research, critical thinking, and innovations that integrate accounting and financial practices with sustainability goals, ethical governance, and responsible business conduct.

Published three times a year—in April, August, and December—JAASF invites contributions from academics, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and postgraduate students from around the world. The journal encourages interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches in addressing contemporary issues in accounting and finance, especially in the context of globalization, climate change, digital transformation, and corporate social responsibility.

The journal's scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

Applied Accounting:

  • Financial accounting and corporate reporting

  • Management accounting and decision-making tools

  • Internal and external auditing

  • Public sector and nonprofit accounting

  • Accounting information systems and technological innovations

  • Forensic accounting and fraud prevention

  • Technology-based accounting (e.g., blockchain, AI, big data)

Sustainable Finance:

  • Green finance and environmental project financing

  • Sustainable investment and socially responsible investing (SRI)

  • Financial risk management in relation to climate change

  • Assessing financial impact of ESG/SDG initiatives

  • Inclusive finance and sustainable SME funding

  • Corporate financial strategies supporting green transitions

Governance, Ethics, and Regulation:

  • Corporate governance and transparency

  • Business ethics and corporate social responsibility (CSR)

  • Compliance with accounting and financial regulations

  • Legal and policy issues in accounting and finance

  • Social auditing and public accountability

Sustainability and ESG Reporting:

  • Integrated reporting and global reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, IFRS Sustainability)

  • ESG disclosure and sustainability performance analysis

  • Sustainability assurance and verification

  • The evolving role of accountants and auditors in sustainability transitions

Journal Of Applied Accounting And Sustainable Finance welcomes empirical research articles, case studies, conceptual papers, systematic literature reviews, and policy analyses that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in accounting and finance for sustainability.

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure academic integrity and high publication standards. The journal supports the principles of open access and is committed to promoting the broad dissemination of research to accelerate scientific development and enhance real-world impact.