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The Birth of Professional Accounting Organizations and the Influence on the Transformation of Accounting Practices in Nigeria

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  • Oluseye Omoniyi ADEDOYIN

    (Babcock University, Department of Accounting, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.)

  • Prof. Folajimi Festus ADEGBIE

    (Babcock University, Department of Accounting, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.)

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This article examined the influence of the establishment and development of professional accounting organizations (PAO) on the evolution of accounting practices in Nigeria. The study examined the various roles played by prominent institutions such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) in shaping, regulating, and advancing the accounting profession in the country. The objective of the study is to examine the role of professional accounting organisations in Nigeria in leading the transformation of accounting practices. The study was conducted through desk-based research, utilizing a content analysis approach to examine applicable scholarly papers and official statements made by regulators, as well as global and national accounting organizations. The study found that there exist the collaborative efforts of ICAN and ANAN in establishing accounting education standards in Nigeria, despite the supposed disagreement between the two organisations. The study also identified how accounting organisations have contributed to the achievement of sustainable development goals (SDG) by facilitating the management of economic entities, analysing the environmental impact of costs and benefits, promoting the adoption of innovative practices, and formulating policies to mitigate environmental damage. The study concludes that though there are imprints of these organisations on accounting practice in Nigeria, the transformative journey of professional accounting organizations in Nigeria unfolds as a dynamic narrative that encompasses historical context, regulatory changes, educational requirements, and future-oriented strategies for sustaining and enhancing the impact of the accounting profession in the country. The study recommended the need for these professional organizations to upscale their ability to adjust to technology advancements, champion global integration, allocate resources towards education and upscaling of members skills, and strengthen ethical behaviour.

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  • Oluseye Omoniyi ADEDOYIN & Prof. Folajimi Festus ADEGBIE, 2024. "The Birth of Professional Accounting Organizations and the Influence on the Transformation of Accounting Practices in Nigeria," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(6), pages 1161-1176, June.
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