Paul Andon
School of Accounting, Auditing and Taxation - BCom(Hons), UNSW | MCom(Hons), UNSW | PhD, UNSW | FCA
Paul has over 25 years of experience as an accounting practitioner, educator, and researcher. Paul's educational expertise concentrates on developing curriculum and teaching approaches for management/accounting courses in MBA, coursework Masters, and Bachelor Programs. Paul has also had previous involvement in developing and delivering resources for the CA Program.
Paul's research focuses on accounting, management control, and financial crime. Paul uses interview accounts and case studies to better understand drivers of illegitimate employee and business conduct, and identify practices that can better prevent, detect and address such conduct. Paul's current research agenda includes an Australian Research Council funded study into offender thinking and behaviour in serious occupational fraud. Paul's research has been published extensively in leading international academic journals, and has featured in a number of industry keynote presentations.
From This Author
Inside the mind of employee fraudsters: why they cross the line
New research into employee fraud motivations reveals key insights that can help businesses prevent internal fraud – before it occurs
How AI is reshaping the role of tax professionals
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how tax professionals work, streamlining workflows, automating preparation, and prompting questions about the future of the profession
Why accounting skills and values matter in an age of disruption
Anna Lee, CEO of Flybuys, explains how trust, ethics, and purpose will shape the future of accounting in the face of technology and changing values
Green skills gap: upskilling for climate risk and reporting
Proposed changes to mandatory ESG reporting mean finance professionals must upskill to be literate in sustainability reporting in an era of increased climate risk
ESG standards are changing. What’s the impact on business?
With new ESG reporting requirements rapidly developing, Australian businesses must start to prioritise integrating climate-related data sooner rather than later
How Uber drivers revolt against algorithmic management
While algorithmic management offers operational efficiencies for companies like Uber, research has found it has also resulted in several real-world challenges
Why the modern economy couldn’t exist without accounting
Chicago Booth Business School Professor Ray Ball reflects on the evolution of accounting, the important role it plays and how AI will shape the future of the profession
Six tips for accounting professionals to excel in a world with ChatGPT
Accountants have an opportunity to ‘level up’ and become proactive and influential advisors to businesses and clients through the selective and smart use of AI
Three ways data analytics will change the future of accounting
Data analytics is having a profound impact on the accounting profession, and now is the time for accountants to embrace technological change
KPMG Chair Alison Kitchen: how accounting can improve ESG impact
As ESG reporting and disclosure become increasingly important, accountants can play an important role in measuring and driving sustainability outcomes
The top 5 professional skills accountants need for success
There are a number of important hard and soft skills that accountants need in order to excel in their professional roles, according to Isha Miglani, an award-winning accountant in the entertainment industry
How accounting accreditations are evolving to meet the needs of business
Professional accounting bodies are updating accreditation requirements for both current and future members to focus on specific technical and professional skills that will help accountants better meet the needs of organisations in the future
Can the new whistleblowing laws destigmatise disclosure?
Even with wider protections, it's best to seek legal advice before coming forward
Four ways that accountants turn to the dark side
Not only those with ‘defective individual traits’ commit fraud
Why come forward with information on a fraud?
Whistleblowers in Australia can be reviled more than rewarded