Indonesian Financial Review
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)

The Development of Accounting in Indonesia

Naimah, Naimah (Unknown)
Setiawan, Grace (Unknown)
Maulida, Yuliawati (Unknown)
Wibowo, Eko Prio (Unknown)
Kertamanggala, Lia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study examines the historical trajectory of accounting development in Indonesia and how it has evolved through institutional reform, global convergence, and technological transformation. Using a qualitative historical approach and content analysis of academic and regulatory sources, the study identifies eight major phases of accounting evolution, from the colonial era to the digital transformation period. The findings reveal that Indonesia’s accounting development has been shaped by political transitions, economic reforms, and technological advances—particularly the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and automation systems. The study uniquely integrates institutional change theory and global convergence theory to explain how domestic accounting practices internalize international norms while retaining local identity. This research contributes to accounting historiography in emerging economies and highlights the strategic role of accountants in digital governance, education, and sustainable professional development.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IFR

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The intent of the Editors of The Indonesia Financial Review is to discuss, explore, and disseminate the latest issues and developments in Empirical Financial Economics (JEL classification: G), particularly those related to financial frictions in the Emerging Markets. The others are accepted such as ...