Golden Ratio of Auditing Research
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): February - June

Financial Reporting Timeliness, Information Quality, and Firm Performance: Examining the Mediating Role of Reporting Effectiveness

Rahel Junita (Universitas Methodist Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

Timely and high-quality financial reporting has become increasingly important in improving organizational performance and supporting strategic decision-making. However, limited empirical evidence explains how reporting effectiveness mediates the relationship between financial reporting attributes and firm performance, particularly in emerging economies. This study aims to examine the effects of financial reporting timeliness and information quality on firm performance by investigating the mediating role of reporting effectiveness. A quantitative research design was employed using primary data collected from 100 financial statement users working in companies located in Medan, Indonesia. The census sampling technique was applied, and the data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with SPSS version 20. The results indicate that financial reporting timeliness, financial reporting quality, and reporting effectiveness each have positive and statistically significant effects on firm performance. Furthermore, reporting effectiveness significantly mediates the relationship between financial reporting quality and firm performance, indicating that high-quality financial information improves organizational outcomes when it is effectively communicated and utilized. These findings extend financial reporting literature by providing an integrated framework that links reporting quality, timeliness, and reporting effectiveness within a single analytical model. Practically, the study provides useful insights for managers, auditors, and policymakers in improving financial reporting systems to support sustainable organizational performance.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

grar

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

Description

Golden Ratio of Auditing Research (GRAR) aims to advance knowledge in auditing by publishing critiques, thought leadership papers, and literature reviews on specific aspects of auditing. The journal seeks to publish articles that have international appeal either due to the topic transcending ...