Accounting and Auditing Research

Provides clear and accessible coverage of effective research solutions in a broad range of practical applications.

Accounting and Auditing Research: Tools and Strategies equips students and early-stage practitioners with the essential research skills to navigate complex problems by finding authoritative, justifiable solutions. Now in its eleventh edition, this comprehensive textbook thoroughly covers the research methodologies, databases, and auditing tools needed to tackle financial accounting, business auditing, tax planning, and a variety of modern challenges such as fraud detection and sustainability assurance.

With a clear, step-by-step approach, Accounting and Auditing Research walks readers through all key areas of the research process, supported by expert tips, informational boxes, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications in each chapter. Throughout the text, the expertly structured pedagogy enhances critical thinking and strengthens writing skills to ensure readers are prepared for professional roles and industry certifications.

Accounting and Auditing Research: Tools and Strategies is ideal for intermediate, advanced, and specialized courses in the subject, ensuring undergraduate and graduate students are well-prepared for professional roles and industry certifications. It is also ideal for in-house training programs and early-stage practitioners looking to develop their professional skills.

New to this Edition:

• New chapter on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in accounting and auditing research, with practical examples and exercises
• Integration of AI applications throughout, with dedicated questions and cases in every chapter
• New content on international accounting standards, including sustainability accounting
• New “Research Tips” and “Quick Facts” boxes
• Improved readability to increase comprehension and retention
• Enhanced problems and cases for more effective student engagement and skill development
• Updated guidance on the use of ACL, IDEA, Mindbridge AI, and other key research tools
• Additional problems, case studies, figures, charts, and diagrams

Wiley Advantage:

• Provides clear and systematic guidance on conducting professional accounting and auditing research
• Emphasizes practical skill development to prepare students for modern accounting challenges
• Covers both well-established strategies and cutting-edge technologies, including AI-driven tools
• Offers complete and up-to-date coverage of key databases, audit software, and research systems such as AICPA, FASB, and IDEA
• Contains end-of-chapter discussion questions and hands-on exercises to support deeper understanding
• Includes a companion website with a solutions manual, presentation slides, and additional teaching resources