“The accounting conference”

Abstract

Purpose

The paper's aim is to be a satirical reflection of participant experiences at an accounting conference.

Design/methodology/approach

This is a poetic exposition.

Findings

The paper highlights the lifecycle of the accounting conference and the experiences of participants in the myriad of conference activities.

Research limitations/implications

The research is limited to the observations and reflections of one participant. Other participants may have different reflections of their interactions and observations of an accounting conference.

Originality/value

The poem provides a visual representation of the dimensions of the accounting conference and the peripheral interactions that form such a core component of participant experiences at an accounting conference.

Citation

Buckby, S. (2013), "“The accounting conference”", Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal, Vol. 26 No. 3, pp. 498-499. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513571311316707