JAKBS
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): April - Juni

Navigating ESG Complexity through Sustainability Accounting: A Strategic Perspective for Modern Organizations

Luffi Lestari (Sriwijaya University)
Yusnaini Yusnaini (Sriwijaya University)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Apr 2026

Abstract

This research is driven by the growing complexity of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in modern organizations that requires the integration of sustainability based strategies. ESG serves not only as a reporting tool but also as the foundation of organizational strategies to create sustainable value. However, its implementation still faces challenges such as the nonuniformity of indicators, differences in assessment methods, and variations in stakeholder interests. This research aims to analyze the role of sustainability accounting as a strategic approach in navigating ESG complexity. The method employed is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) using PRISMA guidelines on 60 articles from Scopus and SINTA databases, subsequently screened to 40 relevant articles. The research findings demonstrate that ESG complexity is shaped by reporting quality, interpretive differences, and inconsistent impacts on organizational performance. Sustainability accounting functions as an integrated framework that enhances transparency, information quality, and supports strategic decision making. Nonetheless, obstacles like variations in reporting standards and greenwashing risks persist. The study conclusion confirms that the integration of ESG and sustainability accounting is the key element in modern organizational strategies for achieving long term sustainability. Furthermore, these findings underscore the significance of stakeholders role in advancing transparency and reinforcing organizational legitimacy through consistent and fully integrated sustainability reporting to elevate the competitiveness of modern organizations.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jakbs

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Jurnal Akuntansi Keuangan dan Bisnis (JAKBS), with registered number ISSN 2987-9078 (Online) is a multidisciplinary scientific journal published by CV. ITTC INDONESIA. JAKB provides a specialized forum for the publication of research in the area of financial economics and the theory of the firm, ...