Journal of Accounting and Digital Finance
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Accounting and Digital Finance

Digital transformation and tax evasion reduction: An empirical study of employee perceptions in the Babil Tax Directorate

Amjed Ismail (Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University)
Sarah Shakir Ibrahim (Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University - Musayyib Technical Institute, Iraq)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study examines the impact of virtual changes on reducing tax evasion and enhancing tax compliance within Babylon’s tax agencies. Recognizing the conceptual distinction between tax avoidance (criminal planning) and tax evasion (illegal controls), this study focuses specifically on the latter. It takes a descriptive-analytical approach, using a questionnaire to measure attitudes and perceptions among a sample of 172 tax employees, thereby providing validation for the study. The regression analysis revealed a statistically significant impact of digital transformation on the studied variables. Specifically, digitalization explained 54.5% of the variance in perceived reductions in tax evasion and 51.7% of the variance in perceived revenue collection performance. These results indicate that digital transformation can support tax monitoring, improve administrative efficiency, and reduce opportunities for illegal tax practices. The study recommends completing the digital infrastructure and intensifying staff training to optimize the use of this technology.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jadfi

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Accounting and Digital Finance (JADFi) [ ISSN 2776-639X] embraces a range of methodological approaches in identifying and solving significant prioritized accounting issues. Submissions are encouraged across all areas on accounting, finance, and cognate disciplines. It is strongly ...