Full Professor of Accounting, Researcher, and Educator
Tucson, US.
About
Distinguished Full Professor of Accounting with over 20 years of academic and professional experience, specializing in financial reporting, auditing, and empirical accounting research. Recognized for extensive publications in top-tier journals, exceptional teaching, and significant leadership in academic and regulatory committees, including the PCAOB. Proven ability to advance accounting theory and practice, mentor future scholars, and contribute to critical industry discussions. Current member of PCAOB Standards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group leader of the subcommittee on Emerging Issues.
Work
University of Arizona
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Professor
Tucson, AZ, US
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Summary
Leads advanced accounting research and education as a Full Professor, shaping future accounting professionals and contributing impactful scholarship to the field.
Highlights
Continues to publish influential research in top-tier accounting journals, contributing to the academic discourse on audit quality and financial reporting.
Mentors doctoral students and junior faculty, fostering academic excellence and guiding significant research projects.
Contributes to university and departmental strategic initiatives, leveraging extensive experience in accounting education and research.
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
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Senior Economic Research Fellow
Washington D.C., DC, US
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Summary
Contributed expert economic research and analysis to inform regulatory policy and oversight within the public company auditing sector.
Highlights
Conducted advanced economic research to support PCAOB's mission, influencing policy development and regulatory enforcement.
Collaborated with a team of economists and policy experts to analyze complex auditing issues, enhancing the integrity of financial markets.
Published research insights relevant to audit committee oversight and financial reporting reliability, impacting industry best practices.
Georgetown University
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Assistant Professor
Washington D.C., DC, US
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Summary
Developed and delivered comprehensive accounting curricula while actively pursuing and publishing original research in financial accounting and auditing.
Highlights
Taught core accounting courses, including Financial Accounting and Intermediate Accounting, to undergraduate and MBA students, achieving high teaching evaluations.
Secured the Center of Financial Markets and Policy Research Grant (2012, 2013) and Capital Market Research Center Grant (2009), funding critical research initiatives.
Recognized with the Outstanding Faculty Teaching award (2009), demonstrating excellence in pedagogical methods and student engagement.
Published significant research in top academic journals, establishing expertise in areas such as employee stock options and recognition vs. disclosure.
Duke University, Fuqua School of Business
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Research Assistant
Durham, NC, US
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Summary
Supported faculty research projects, contributing to data collection, analysis, and literature reviews for accounting and business administration studies.
Highlights
Assisted in the research for the dissertation "Effects of recognition versus disclosure on the structure and financial reporting of share-based payments," laying foundational academic work.
Conducted extensive literature reviews and data analysis to support multiple faculty publications, enhancing research productivity.
Gained expertise in empirical research methodologies and academic writing, contributing to the successful completion of PhD studies.
The Washington Post Company
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Internal Auditor
Washington D.C., DC, US
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Summary
Performed internal audits to assess financial controls, operational efficiency, and compliance for a major media corporation.
Highlights
Conducted comprehensive audits of financial statements and operational processes, identifying areas for improved efficiency and control.
Evaluated compliance with internal policies and external regulations, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to best practices.
Prepared detailed audit reports and presented findings to management, contributing to enhanced governance and accountability.
Deloitte & Touche LLP
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Enterprise Risk Services Staff
Washington D.C., DC, US
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Summary
Provided enterprise risk management services, assisting clients in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational and financial risks.
Highlights
Supported clients in developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks, enhancing organizational resilience.
Assessed internal control systems and compliance procedures, contributing to stronger governance and reduced exposure.
Collaborated with senior consultants to deliver risk advisory solutions, gaining foundational experience in professional services.
Harvard Business School
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Research Assistant
Boston, MA, US
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Summary
Assisted faculty with research projects, focusing on data collection and analysis for business and accounting studies.
Highlights
Contributed to the development of Harvard Business School teaching cases, including "Asset Reporting" and "Achieving Customer Satisfaction at Pizza Hut (A)."
Supported faculty in various research endeavors, enhancing understanding of financial reporting and management accounting principles.
Developed strong research skills through data gathering, literature review, and analytical support for academic publications.
Deloitte & Touche LLP
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Financial Audit Intern
Washington D.C., DC, US
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Summary
Gained practical experience in financial auditing, supporting audit teams in client engagements and data verification processes.
Highlights
Assisted senior auditors in conducting financial statement audits, gaining exposure to public accounting practices.
Performed detailed testing of financial transactions and internal controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Contributed to audit documentation and analysis, developing foundational skills in professional accounting services.
Education
Duke University, Fuqua School of Business
Durham, NC, United States of America
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PhDBusiness Administration (Accounting); Dissertation: "Effects of recognition versus disclosure on the structure and financial reporting of share-based payments."
University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce
Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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Master of ScienceAccounting
University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce
Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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Bachelor of ScienceCommerce (Accounting & Management Information Systems)
Awards
Research and Doctoral Studies Small Grant Recipient
Academic Granting Body
Received funding to support ongoing research and doctoral studies.
Suzane Cummings Teaching Award (daytime MBA)
University of Arizona
Recognized for excellence in teaching within the daytime MBA program.
AAA Deloitte Foundation Wildman Medal Award
American Accounting Association (AAA) Deloitte Foundation
Prestigious award recognizing significant contributions to accounting literature.
Eller Professorship
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management
Appointed to a distinguished professorship, recognizing outstanding academic achievement.
AAA Best Dissertation Chair Award – Auditing
American Accounting Association (AAA)
Honored for exceptional mentorship and guidance as a dissertation chair in auditing.
Eller Fellowship
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management
Received a fellowship supporting research and academic pursuits within the Eller College.
2nd Prize in McGlaughlin 20th Anniversary Conference on Ethics in Accounting
McGlaughlin Conference
Awarded second prize for contributions at a significant conference on ethics in accounting.
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Research Fellowship
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
Awarded a fellowship to conduct research directly impacting public company auditing oversight.
Center of Financial Markets and Policy Research Grant
Georgetown University
Secured research funding from the Center of Financial Markets and Policy.
Center of Financial Markets and Policy Research Grant
Georgetown University
Secured research funding from the Center of Financial Markets and Policy.
Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award
Georgetown University
Recognized for exceptional teaching performance and student impact.
Capital Market Research Center Grant
Georgetown University
Received a grant to support research initiatives in capital markets.
Doctoral Consortium Fellow
American Accounting Association (AAA)
Selected as a fellow for the prestigious AAA Doctoral Consortium.
FASB Doctoral Program
Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
Participated in the esteemed FASB Doctoral Program.
Top 15% Teaching Award for Adjunct Faculty
University of Maryland
Recognized for outstanding teaching performance as an adjunct faculty member.
Publications
Registered report proposal: Auditing Standard's Emphasis on Auditor Judgement and Regulatory Enforcement
Working Paper Series
Proposed research on the implications of auditing standards emphasizing auditor judgment and regulatory enforcement.
Are Voluntary Disclosure and ICFR Verification Substitutes or Complements?
Working Paper Series
Examines the relationship between voluntary disclosures and ICFR verification in financial reporting.
Putting the IT in AudIT Risk: IT Complexity and IT Auditor Mitigation
Working Paper Series
Research on the interplay of IT complexity, audit risk, and auditor mitigation strategies.
The Impact of National Office Governance on Audit Quality
Auditing a Journal of Practice and Theory
Investigates the influence of national office governance structures on overall audit quality.
An AI Best Practice for B-Schools
AACSB
Article discussing best practices for integrating AI into business school curricula and operations.
Registered report proposal: The Impact of the 150-hour Rule on Auditor Wages and Audit Pricing and Efficiency
Working Paper Series
Proposed research on the effects of the 150-hour rule on auditor compensation, audit pricing, and efficiency.
The Economics of Audit Production: What Matters for Audit Quality - An Empirical Analysis of the Role of Mid-level Managers within the Audit Firm
Accounting Review
Empirical analysis of factors influencing audit quality, focusing on the role of mid-level managers.
Audit Committee Oversight and Financial Reporting Reliability: Are Audit Committees Overloaded?
Management Science
Explores the effectiveness of audit committee oversight and its impact on financial reporting reliability.
Why Do Auditors Fail to Report Material Weaknesses in Internal Controls? Evidence from the PCAOB Data
Working Paper Series
Investigates reasons behind auditors' failure to report material weaknesses in internal controls based on PCAOB data.
Do Managers Make Opportunistic Materiality Judgments?
Working Paper Series
Investigates whether managers make opportunistic judgments regarding materiality in financial reporting.
The Costs of Waiving Audit Adjustments
Journal of Accounting Research
Examines the costs associated with auditors waiving proposed audit adjustments.
Tax Non-Audit Services and Client Income Tax Estimation Error
Auditing a Journal of Practice and Theory
Investigates the relationship between tax non-audit services and client income tax estimation errors.
Immaterial Error Corrections and Financial Reporting Reliability
Contemporary Accounting Research
Research on the implications of immaterial error corrections for financial reporting reliability.
Direct Measures of Auditors' Quantitative Materiality Judgments: Properties, Determinants and Consequences for Audit Characteristics and Financial Reporting Reliability
Journal of Accounting Research
Explores auditors' quantitative materiality judgments and their impact on financial reporting reliability.
Securities Law Expertise and Corporate Disclosure
The Accounting Review
Analyzes the impact of securities law expertise on corporate disclosure practices.
Who is Responsible for Ensuring a High-quality Audit that Achieves Accurate Financial Reporting?
Maandblad Voor Accountancy En Bedrijfseconomie
Discusses accountability for high-quality audits and accurate financial reporting.
Measuring Income Tax Accrual Quality
Review of Accounting Studies
Research on methodologies for measuring the quality of income tax accruals.
Evidence that Market Participants Assess Recognized and Disclosed Items Similarly when Reliability is not an Issue
The Accounting Review
Investigates how market participants evaluate recognized and disclosed accounting items under conditions of reliability.
Boards, Auditors, Attorneys, and Compliance with Mandatory SEC Disclosure Rules
Managerial & Decision Economics
Examines the roles of boards, auditors, and attorneys in ensuring compliance with SEC disclosure rules.
Evidence on differences between Recognition and Disclosure: A Comparison of Inputs to Estimate Fair Values of Employee Stock Options
Journal of Accounting and Economics
Empirical analysis comparing recognition and disclosure in estimating fair values of employee stock options.
Accelerated Vesting of Employee Stock Options in Anticipation of FAS 123-R
Journal of Accounting Research
Research on the effects of FAS 123-R on employee stock option vesting.
