Benjamin Lee

Benjamin Lee is a Senior Lecturer of Accounting and Director of Student Matters at the School of Accountancy, Singapore Management University. He serves as an SMU-X Academic Champion, driving experiential learning initiatives and promoting AI integration in accounting education and practice across multiple institutional roles.

His academic background includes:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Strategy and Technology Management), University of Glasgow, 2025
• Master of Science in Business Analytics with Distinction, University of Surrey, 2017
• Bachelor of Accountancy, Singapore Management University

He is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore with prior industry experience as a consulting data analyst at Singapore's Accountant-General’s Department.

Dr. Lee's research centers on AI-driven analytics (AIDA) applications for accounting problem-solving, including fraud detection, financial forecasting, and credit risk analysis. His work explores organizational dynamic capabilities in digital transformation and AI governance frameworks within professional service firms.

His publication portfolio (2017-2025) reveals consistent focus on digital transformation across accounting and SME contexts, with recent emphasis on machine learning applications in fraud detection and public transport optimization. The research bridges academic theory with practical industry implementation through numerous case studies.

His teaching excellence has been recognized through multiple awards including:

• Dean’s List for Teaching Excellence (2023-2025)
• SMU-X Excellent Teacher Award (2023)
• Howard Teall Award for Innovation in Accounting Education (2023)
• Wharton-QS Reimagine Education Digital Readiness Award (2022)

While specific doctoral advising isn't documented, Dr. Lee actively mentors students through SMU-X experiential projects and industry collaborations. His industry partnerships with ISCA and media contributions to The Business Times demonstrate practical knowledge transfer beyond academia.

He holds leadership positions including Director of Student Matters, SMU-X Academic Champion, and member of ISCA's AI Taskforce Sub-Committee on Policy and Regulation, where he shapes professional standards for AI implementation in Singapore's accounting sector.