Jack Winstead

Jack Winstead serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting, Economics, & Finance at Southeast Missouri State University, bringing extensive industry experience including 12.25 years as CFO/Controller at Jiffy Steamer Company and prior roles in state auditing and corporate internal audit.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Accountancy, University of Mississippi (2013)
• Master of Accountancy, University of Tennessee at Martin (1998)
• BSBA in Accounting, University of Tennessee at Martin (1991)

Dr. Winstead's research bridges forensic accounting practice and accounting education innovation, with notable focus on developing professional judgment through documentary-based learning and analyzing historical ethical dilemmas in entrepreneurship. His work examines the critical alignment between industry expectations and accounting curricula, particularly regarding information systems proficiencies.

Publication trends reveal consistent exploration of practical pedagogy (2021 sports documentary application), historical ethics (2016 Trumpet Records case study), and curriculum-industry alignment (2015 AIS proficiency research), demonstrating interdisciplinary connections between accounting, business ethics, and educational methodology.

Professional recognitions include:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Tennessee (Active)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

While his industry background informs practical teaching approaches, no formal student advising or research grant information appears in current documentation. His office in Dempster Hall 210 serves as the operational base for departmental activities within Southeast Missouri State University's accounting programs.