Sinja Leonelli

Sinja Leonelli is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, where she joined in June 2023. She is based at the Kaufman Management Center in New York, NY.

Education:

• PhD in Accounting, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
• MBA, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
• MS in Business Research and Analytics, Frankfurt School of Finance and Management
• BS in Business Administration, Frankfurt School of Finance and Management

Her research focuses on two major areas in empirical accounting: (i) misconduct reporting, regulation, and enforcement, particularly whistleblowing; and (ii) the use of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) information by stakeholders including regulators, employees, and consumers. Her work contributes to understanding corporate governance, financial accountability, and the real effects of accounting regulation.

While no publications are listed in the provided text, her research trajectory suggests strong engagement with policy-relevant issues in financial transparency, ethical reporting mechanisms, and sustainability disclosure practices.

Scientific Awards:

Dr. Leonelli advises students and conducts research within the Accounting department at NYU Stern. Though specific grants or advising roles are not mentioned, her academic trajectory indicates active involvement in empirical research and doctoral education. She is part of a leading research team in accounting with a focus on governance and social impact.

She is affiliated with the Department of Accounting at NYU Stern, contributing to research and teaching in financial accounting, corporate governance, and ESG-related topics.