THEME: “Shaping the Future of the Accountancy Profession: Trends and Insights”

The National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) is pleased to ‘call for papers’ for the Accountants’ Annual Conference 2025. The Conference will bring together Accountants, Auditors, Chief Executive Officers, Directors, Leaders, Academicians and other stakeholders to discuss emerging trends, share insights, and shape the future of the Accountancy Profession.

We invite the submission of abstract of papers on relevant topics aligned with the main theme. A list of sub-themes and topics has been prepared to guide potential facilitators. The facilitators are encouraged to select a topic under a sub-theme that they are confident in preparing and presenting. Abstracts should clearly demonstrate how the proposed paper contributes to shaping the future of the accountancy profession by addressing relevant trends, insights, challenges, and opportunities."

Key Subthemes and Topics:

1.Technological Transformation in Accounting

a.Artificial Intelligence and Automation in Audit and Tax
b.Blockchain and Smart Contracts in Financial Reporting
c.Cloud Accounting and Real-Time Data Access
d.Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in Financial Systems

2.Evolving Role of the Accountant

a.From Compliance to Strategic Advisor
b.The Rise of the Tech-savvy Accountant
c.Ethics and Professional Judgement in a Digital Age

3.Sustainability and ESG Reporting

a.Integrating IFRS S1 and S2 into Practice
b.Climate-related Financial Disclosures
c.The Accountant’s Role in Driving Sustainable Business

4.Talent and Workforce Dynamics

a.Upskilling and Reskilling for the Future
b.Attracting and Retaining Gen Z and Millennials
c.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Profession

5.Regulatory and Reporting Landscape

a.Global Convergence of Accounting Standards
b.Digital Taxation and E-Governance
c.Navigating Evolving Compliance Requirements

6.Client Expectations and Service Delivery

a.Value-based Pricing and Advisory Services
b.Enhancing Client Experience through Technology
c.Remote Work and Virtual Client Engagement

7.Entrepreneurship and Innovation

a.Accountants as Business Innovators
b.Supporting SMEs and Startups with Financial Strategy
c.Leveraging Fintech Partnerships

8.Future-proofing the Profession

a.Scenario Planning and Strategic Foresight
b.Building Resilience in Uncertain Times
c.The Role of Professional Bodies in Shaping the Future

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstract: Each submission should include a clear abstract of 300-500 words outlining the proposed topic and its relevance to the theme and sub-themes; to be submitted by 17^th October 2025
• Full Paper: Upon selection, resource persons will be requested to submit full papers by 14^th November 2025
• Format: Papers must be original and not previously published. All submissions should be in ‘word format’ and emailed to info@nbaa.go.tz and copied to winnington.makaka@nbaa.go.tz & bertha.kipangula@nbaa.go.tz

We encourage accountants, auditors, practitioners, academicians, and thought leaders to share their insights and contribute to the success of this year's conference.