Andreas Bergmann

Prof. Dr. Andreas Bergmann is a Professor of Public Finance at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) School of Management and Law, Department Public Sector. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Public Money & Management (since 2023) and holds leadership roles in global public sector accounting committees, including Chair of the IPSASB Academic Advisory Group (since 2017) and Director of the Swiss Public Sector Financial Reporting Advisory Committee (since 2025). His research focuses on public financial management, accrual accounting reforms, and international standards harmonization.

• PhD in Economics, University of St. Gallen
• Senior Leadership Program, University of Melbourne
• Diploma in Business Analysis, Lancaster University

His research spans public sector accounting, financial reporting systems, and IPSAS implementation, with empirical studies in Switzerland, Latin America, and OECD countries. Recent work examines debt management conflicts (2024), cross-national financial reporting trends (2020), and long-term fiscal sustainability (2014). He has authored 15+ peer-reviewed articles and book chapters.

Scientific Awards:

• Global Leadership Award, IFAC (2024)

Projects include economic impact assessments of public sector reforms in Argentina, Ecuador, and Central Asia, alongside evaluations of consolidated financial statements in OECD countries.