International Journal of Accounting Innovation
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): October

COMPATIBILITY OF RESPONSIBILITY ACCOUNTING AND THE PERFORMANCE-BASED ACTIVITY COSTING SYSTEM (PF-ABC) FOR IMPROVING COST MANAGEMENT

Hassoon, Hadeel Sameer (Unknown)
Abdullah, Nawfal Hussien (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to analyze the challenges inherent in traditional costing systems and to explore the integration of Responsibility Accounting and Performance-Focused Activity-Based Costing (PF-ABC) as contemporary approaches to enhance cost management and performance evaluation within industrial settings. Method: The research was conducted through an applied case study at the General Company for Electrical and Electronic Industries, focusing on the Electric Water Heater Production Line (80 and 120-liter models). Data were collected through on-site observations and financial performance analysis to identify inefficiencies and cost distortions. Results: Findings revealed that the manufacturing facility relied on outdated costing techniques, resulting in inflated production costs, frequent errors, and inefficiencies in operational processes. The application of Responsibility Accounting and PF-ABC demonstrated potential for more accurate cost allocation, enhanced managerial control, and improved performance evaluation. Novelty: This study contributes to management accounting literature by proposing a synergistic model that integrates Responsibility Accounting with PF-ABC, offering a modernized framework for cost management optimization and strategic decision-making in industrial enterprises.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJAI

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

International Journal of Accounting Innovation (IJAI) is a peer-reviewed academic journal focused on advancing innovation in the field of accounting, with the goal of encouraging global accounting practices that are responsive to technological advancements, regulatory changes, and sustainability ...