Singapore Accounting Symposium 2026
About the Event
The School of Accountancy at Singapore Management University (SMU) is pleased to announce the Singapore Accounting Symposium to be held on 10 and 11 December 2026 on SMU Campus. The Symposium, jointly organized by Singapore Management University (SMU) and the National University of Singapore (NUS), is a premier platform to advance accounting research and foster innovation across the Asia-Pacific region. It brings together leading scholars and practitioners to exchange ideas and promotes interdisciplinary research that addresses emerging challenges in business and society.
The keynote speaker for the 2026 symposium is Professor Mohan Venkatachalam at Duke University, incoming Senior Editor of The Accounting Review and a leading scholar pioneering research on valuation, financial communication, nonfinancial performance metrics, and corporate governance.
Key Dates & Deadlines
| Conference Dates | 10 and 11 December |
|---|---|
| Paper Submission Deadline | 1 September |
| Notification of Paper Acceptance | Second Week of October |
| Registration Opens | 16 September |
| Registration Deadline | 16 November |
Programme (Preliminary)
Conference Venue:
SMU School of Accountancy
Level 2, Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium,
Address: 60 Stamford Road, Singapore 178900 [Map]
Format
Keynote Speech: 40 minutes of presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.
Paper Presentation: 20 minutes of presentation followed by 20 minutes of discussion and 20 minutes of Q&A.
Day 1: Thursday 10 December 2026
| Time | Session |
| 8.30 – 8.55 AM: | Registration |
| 8.55 – 9.00 AM: | Opening Remarks Liandong Zhang, Dean of School of Accountancy (Singapore Management University) |
| 9.00 – 10.00 AM: | Keynote Speech The Societal Value of Accounting Speaker: Mohan Venkatachalam (Duke University) Moderator: Liandong Zhang (Singapore Management University) |
| 10.00 – 10.30 AM: | Tea Break |
| 10.30 – 11.30 AM: | Paper Session 1 Moderator: Yupeng LIN (National University of Singapore) |
| 11.30 – 11.40 AM: | Short Break |
| 11.40 AM – 12.40 PM: | Paper Session 2 Presenter: Fiona Wang (National University of Singapore) Moderator: Jie Cui (Singapore Management University) |
| 12.40 – 2.00 PM: | Lunch Venue: Event Lobby, Basement 1, SMU School of Social Sciences & College of Integrative Studies [Map] |
| 2.00 – 3.00 PM: | Paper Session 3 Presenter: Il Sun Yoo (Singapore Management University) Moderator: Lynn Wang (National University of Singapore) |
| 3.00 – 3.30 PM: | Tea Break PhD Poster Session |
| 3.30 – 4.30 PM | Paper Session 4 Presenter: Vishal Baloria (University of Connecticut) Moderator: Kyungjin Park (Singapore Management University) |
| 4.30 – 4.40 PM | Short Break |
| 4.40 – 5.40 PM | Paper Session 5 Presenter: Jeroen Koenraadt (London School of Economics and Political Science) Moderator: Enshuai Yu (National University of Singapore) |
| 6.00 - 8.30 PM: | Gala Dinner Venue: The Atelier, Level 4, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore Address: 15 Stamford Road Singapore 178906 [Map] Phone: +65-6368 8888 |
Day 2: Friday 11 December 2026
| Time | Session |
| 9.00 – 10.00 AM: | Academic Talk Rediscover the Beauty of Bookkeeping in the Age of AI Speaker: Pierre Liang (Carnegie Mellon University) Moderator: Guoman She (National University of Singapore) |
| 10.00 – 10.30 AM | Tea Break PhD Poster Session |
| 10.30 – 11.30 AM: | Paper Session 6 Presenter: Rishabh Aggarwal (Indian School of Business) Moderator: Grace Fan (Singapore Management University) |
| 11.30 – 11.40 AM | Short Break |
| 11.40 AM – 12.40 PM: | Paper Session 7 Presenter: Bohan Song (University of Alberta) Moderator: Bingxu Fang (Singapore Management University) |
| 12.40 – 12.45 PM: | Concluding Remarks David Reeb, Head of Department (Accounting), National University of Singapore |
| 12.45 - 1.00 PM: | Packed Lunch |
Registration
Registration Closing Date: 15 November 2026
Pre-registration
Kindly note that the pre-registration is an indication of your interest and does not guarantee a seat at the Symposium. Please await our email confirmation of your reserved seat at the Symposium before making any travel arrangements. Priority is given to academics of research-oriented institutions. We regret to inform that only shortlisted registrants will be notified.
Registration Fee
Payment is to be made online by credit card upon successful registration. The registration fee for the Symposium is SGD500 plus prevailing tax (currently at 9% goods & services tax), which covers tea breaks, lunch, and one dinner. Participants are responsible for all travel arrangements and hotel booking. Registration fee is waived for presenters and discussants.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to soar@smu.edu.sg. A refund of the registration fee, minus a SGD100 administrative fee, will be given for cancellation request received by 15 November 2026. No refunds will be given after 15 November 2026.
Hotel Accommodation
To receive the below room rates be sure to:
- Identify yourself as attending the "Singapore Accounting Symposium".
- Make your reservations by 15 November 2026.
| Hotel | Distance from SMU/Walking Time | Rates include Breakfast & Internet (for One Guest) | Booking Link |
| The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore Address: 15 Stamford Road, Singapore 178906 Phone: +65 6368 8888 | Website | 300m/ 5 mins walk [Map] | SGD290++ | >> Click here
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| Pullman Singapore Hill Street Address: 1 Hill Street, Singapore 179949 Phone: +65-6019 7888 | Website | 400m / 6 mins walk [Map] | SGD280++ | >> Click here |
| Rendezvous Hotel Singapore Address: 9 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189559 Phone: +65-6336-0220 | Website | 500m/ 5 mins walk [Map] | SGD190++ | >> Click here |
| Grand Park City Hall Address: 10 Coleman Street, Singapore 179809 Phone: +65-6336 3456 | Website | 550m/ 8mins walk [Map] | SGD260++ | >> Click here |
++ hotel room rates are subject to 10% service charge plus 9% goods and services tax.
Useful Information
Visa
If you require an invitation letter to support your visa application, please contact Tracy Ooi (email: soar@smu.edu.sg) upon successful registration. For information regarding visa requirements, please visit https://www.ica.gov.sg/enter-transit-depart/entering-singapore/visa_requirements
Submit SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within 3 days before arrival
All travellers are required to submit the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority within 3 days before arrival in Singapore. Submission is free. Please visit https://www.ica.gov.sg/ for more information.
Airport Arrival Transfer
Taxis are available at the taxi stands at the arrival levels of each terminal. A ride to the city takes about 30 minutes and costs between SGD25 and SGD40. All rides are metered. You may pay the taxi fares via cash (SGD) or credit card.
Currency
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore dollar (SGD). Money changing services can be found not only at the Singapore Changi Airport but also most shopping centres and hotels around the island. You can also access the automated teller machines (ATMs) located everywhere (even in the most obscure bits) in Singapore, that accept most of the main credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Weather
Singapore is known for its hot and humid weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31ºC (88ºF), dropping to around 24ºC (75ºF) in the evenings. The monsoon season can bear down pretty heavily on our tropical weather from November to January, so be prepared for rain on a daily basis and bring an umbrella during this period.
Eduroam (Wi-Fi Internet Access)
Eduroam is an international Wi-Fi internet access roaming service for users in research and higher education. Eduroam allows users (researchers, teachers, students, staff) from participating institutions to securely access the Internet from any eduroam participating institution.
Cell Phone Usage
Singapore’s international dialing code is 65. While in Singapore and if you have international roaming service on your cell phone, you do not have to key in 65 to place a local call as it will automatically connect you to the local numbers here.
Electricity and Voltage
The voltage used is 220-240AC, 50 hertz. The plug sockets tend to be 3-pronged pins more often than not, but adaptors are cheap and easy to buy.
About Singapore
Singapore is a bustling cosmopolitan city populated with high-rise buildings and landscape gardens. At present, Singapore's population stands at about five million people, with English as the main language of instruction, and a mother tongue for each major ethnicity. There are four major races – namely the Chinese (majority), Malay, Indian and Eurasian, each offering a different perspective of life in Singapore in terms of culture, religion, food and language.
Attractions: For an all-in-one attraction, visit Sentosa, which offers an exciting array of adventurous activities, historical monuments, as well as world-class entertainment spots, including Resorts World Sentosa. A good way to sight-see in Singapore is to go on a DUCK or HiPPO Tour, which brings you around places of interest on an open-top bus, or an authentic Vietnam warcraft that can travel on land and in the water. If you're feeling nostalgic and looking to discover old world charm, you can explore and experience the island's key historical landmarks or memorials. You can also embark on a heritage trail and enjoy the sights and sounds at various cultural precincts, notably Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam. For more information on what you can experience during your stay in Singapore, please visit https://www.visitsingapore.com/
Tax Refund Schemes: To enjoy tax-free shopping in Singapore, simply look out for retailers that display the “Tax Refund” logo on their shop front and spend SGD100 to qualify. For more information about the tax refund scheme, please visit https://www.visitsingapore.com/travel-guide-tips/tourist-information/gst-tax-refund/
Please visit www.visitsingapore.com for more information.
Getting Here
Conference Venue: Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium, Level 2, SMU School of Accountancy
Address: 60 Stamford Road, Singapore 178900 [Map]
To enter the conference venue,
1. approach the security post at Level 1, SMU School of Accountancy.
2. identify yourself as attending the "Singapore Accounting Symposium".
3. take escalator up to Level 2, where the Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium is located.
Contact Us
For enquires on the symposium, kindly contact:
Tracy Ooi
e-mail: soar@smu.edu.sg
phone: +65-6828-0658