Reviewer Guide

Reviewer Guide for Advances in Accounting Innovation (AAI)

The role of a reviewer is crucial to maintaining the integrity, quality, and scholarly standards of Advances in Accounting Innovation (AAI). This guide provides detailed instructions for reviewers to ensure a systematic, fair, and rigorous evaluation process in accordance with international best practices. The journal implements a Double-Blind Peer Review system, where both the reviewers and authors remain anonymous, fostering unbiased and objective assessment of manuscripts.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to critically assess submitted manuscripts to ensure they meet the scientific and academic standards of AAI. Key responsibilities include:

  • Evaluating the originality, significance, and relevance of the research topic to the field of accounting and finance.
  • Assessing the clarity, logical structure, and coherence of the manuscript, including the organization of ideas, writing quality, and proper use of tables and figures.
  • Providing constructive feedback and practical recommendations to enhance the quality, rigor, and impact of the manuscript.
  • Ensuring confidentiality and safeguarding the intellectual property of authors during and after the review process.
  • Adhering to deadlines to facilitate timely editorial decisions and maintain the efficiency of the publication process.

Key Review Criteria

Manuscripts should be evaluated according to the following internationally recognized criteria:

  • Originality: The study should present novel ideas, innovative methodologies, or unique findings that advance knowledge in accounting.
  • Methodological Rigor: The research design, data collection, and analytical methods should be appropriate, transparent, and reproducible.
  • Contribution to Knowledge: Manuscripts should provide clear evidence of their theoretical, practical, or policy relevance.
  • Clarity and Organization: Ideas should be logically presented, arguments substantiated, and conclusions well-supported by evidence.
  • References: The literature cited should be current, comprehensive, and relevant to support the study’s findings and claims.

Ethical Considerations

Reviewers are responsible for upholding the highest ethical standards. This includes ensuring objectivity and impartiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and respecting confidentiality. Any potential conflict of interest must be disclosed promptly to the editorial team. Reviewers must refrain from using any information contained in the manuscript for personal gain and must maintain professional integrity throughout the review process.

Feedback and Recommendations

Reviewers should provide detailed, actionable, and professional feedback to authors. This feedback should:

  • Highlight both the strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript.
  • Offer clear suggestions for improving the research quality, clarity, and relevance.
  • Include recommendations regarding the suitability of the manuscript for publication, such as acceptance, minor revision, major revision, or rejection.

Timeline and Commitment

Reviewers are requested to complete evaluations within the timeframe specified by the editorial office to facilitate timely publication. Timely reviews support the journal’s mission to provide high-quality, peer-reviewed content to the global accounting research community.

We sincerely thank all reviewers for their expertise, dedication, and contribution to maintaining the high academic standards of Advances in Accounting Innovation (AAI). Your careful evaluation and constructive feedback are essential for fostering innovation, advancing accounting knowledge, and promoting international research excellence.

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