We live in a competitive world dominated almost exclusively by flows of knowledge and information - by technologies designed not only to sustain but also increase the socio-economic need and desire for more and more information. This book offers a unique insight into the nature, role and context of accounting related information within the competitive business environment, and explores how business organisations - in particular companies - use a range of theories, practices, and technologies to manage and control flows of data, information and resources, and maximise the wealth organisational stakeholders. Key aims: promote an understanding of the role of corporate accounting information systems in the maintenance, regulation and control of business related resources develop an appreciation and understanding of the practical issues and organisation problems involved in managing contemporary accounting information systems promote an understanding of the political contexts of contemporary accounting information systems develop a recognition of the importance of information and communication technology in corporate accounting information systems management, development and design promote an understanding of the importance of effective information management and transaction processing controls in reducing risk, and provide a framework for the evaluation of corporate transaction processing cycles, systems and processes. From systems thinking and control theories, to network architectures and topologies, to systems analysis and design, "Corporate Accounting Information Systems" provides students at all levels with a rigorous and lively exploration of a wide range of accounting information systems related issues, and offers a practical insight into the management and control of such systems in today's ever changing technology driven environment.

Accounting Information Systems provides a comprehensive knowledgebase of the systems that generate, evaluate, summarize, and report accounting information. Balancing technical concepts and student comprehension, this textbook introduces only the most-necessary technology in a clear and accessible style. The text focuses on business processes and accounting and IT controls, and includes discussion of relevant aspects of ethics and corporate governance. Relatable real-world examples and abundant end-of-chapter resources reinforce Accounting Information Systems (AIS) concepts and their use in day-to-day operation. Now in its fourth edition, this popular textbook explains IT controls using the AICPA Trust Services Principles framework—a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand framework of IT controls—and allows for incorporating hands-on learning to complement theoretical concepts. A full set of pedagogical features enables students to easily comprehend the material, understand data flow diagrams and document flowcharts, discuss case studies and examples, and successfully answer end-of-chapter questions. The book’s focus on ease of use, and its straightforward presentation of business processes and related controls, make it an ideal primary text for business or accounting students in AIS courses.

Succeed in accounting with ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS: A BUSINESS APPROACH! Problem-solving aids, core cases, and a comprehensive case at the end of the text are just a few of the many tools that make learning and studying easy. Organized and presented in a way that is relevant to you and the role you'll play in your future career as a designer, user, and evaluator of information systems, this AIS textbook provides a strong conceptual foundation in accounting systems and control and helps you develop skills in documenting and analyzing transaction cycles and AIS data, identifying risks and controls, and using accounting applications.

Technology plays a critical role in accounting and it is imperative that anyone in the field fully understands all of the capabilities of information systems. This new book focuses on the technology that is utilized by accountants and is written in a style that makes these technical concepts easy to understand.

​This book contains a collection of research papers on accounting information systems including their strategic role in decision processes, within and between companies. An accounting system is a complex system composed of a mix of strictly interrelated elements such as data, information, human resources, IT tool, accounting models and procedures. Accounting information systems are often considered the instrument by default for accounting automation. This book aims to sketch a clear picture of the current state of AIS research, including design, acceptance and reliance, value-added decision making, interorganizational links, and process improvements. The contributions in this volume emphasize that AIS has grown into a powerful strategic tool. The book provides evidence for this observation by examining a wide range of current issues ranging from theory development in AIS to practical applications of accounting information systems. In particular it focuses on themes of growing interest in the realm of XBRL and Financial Reporting, Management Information Systems, IT/IS Audit and IT/IS Compliance. The book will be of interest to financial and managerial accountants and IT/IS practitioners, including information systems managers and consultants.

TRY (FREE for 14 days), OR RENT this title: www.wileystudentchoice.com Realizing the importance of accounting information systems and internal controls in today's business environment, the updated 3rd edition of Accounting Information Systems makes the world of systems and controls accessible to today's student. It enhances opportunities for learning about AIS and its day-to-day operation and is written for the business or accounting major required to take an AIS course. Keeping the student in mind, this text focuses on the business processes and the related controls, as well as the essential topics of ethics and corporate governance.