Handbook of Accounting, Accountability and Governance

Research Handbooks on Accounting series

Edited by Garry D. Carnegie, Emeritus Professor, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia and Christopher J. Napier, Professor of Accounting, School of Business and Management, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK

This Handbook explores how accounting, accountability and governance are interconnected, and demonstrates that they must operate effectively together in establishing good personal and organizational behaviour in entities of all types around the globe. It will be crucial for academic researchers working within the fields of accounting, economics, corporate governance, accountability, management and business and be beneficial for accounting, economics and management professionals seeking to clarify and expand upon their knowledge for effective application.

‘This compelling collection of chapters explores the triad of accounting, accountability and governance in all its variety – its history, practice, context and direction. Editors, Garry D. Carnegie and Christopher J. Napier, have assembled a group of leading scholars who provide many rich and diverse perspectives. At a time when the ability of democracy to “hold power to account” appears fragile, this Handbook provides an essential, perhaps urgent, resource and a gateway for scholars and policy makers alike.’
– Michael Power, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK

‘The editors of this book have put together an impressive line-up of contributions, providing a novel understanding of accounting, accountability, and governance from a plurality of countries, experiences and theoretical perspectives. Going beyond stereotypical views, they vividly capture the full breadth, depth, and complexity of challenging issues where governance, accountability and accounting intersect.’
– Ileana Steccolini, University of Essex, UK, and Bologna University, Italy

‘This is an overdue reference focussing on the critical links between governance, accountability and the roles of accounting. It presents an excellent balance between scholarly and practical perspectives on the concept of governance, and it also recognises a diversity of viewpoints through rich contextual examples. The Handbook delivers a timely resource for researchers and educators concerned about our society, and the accountability of organisations within it.’
– Carol Tilt, University of South Australia

‘The Handbook of Accounting, Accountability and Governance by Garry D. Carnegie and Christopher J. Napier is a must-reference source for academics and students who want to explore the past, present and possible futures for these important concepts in theory and practice. The editors have assembled 21 excellent chapters authored by some of the leading researchers in the accounting, accountability and governance fields.’
– James Guthrie, Macquarie University, and Member of the Order of Australia (AM)