Anne Thompson

Anne Thompson is an Associate Professor of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Gies College of Business, where she also serves as Director of the Ph.D. Programs and holds the Arthur Andersen Faculty Fellow distinction. Her research focuses on auditing, financial reporting quality, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, with a particular emphasis on assurance services, audit quality, and SEC regulatory processes. Her work addresses issues such as sustainability reporting, auditor litigation risk, and the impact of non-GAAP earnings.

Thompson's recent publications (2020–2024) highlight trends in audit quality, regulatory challenges in SEC filings, and the strategic implications of internal controls. Her findings often bridge theoretical frameworks with practical implications for auditors, regulators, and corporate stakeholders. Notable topics include the effectiveness of assurance providers, the role of explanatory audit report language, and the consequences of political connections in regulatory processes.

• Scientific Awards: Arthur Andersen Faculty Fellow
• Advising & Grants: Oversees the Gies Ph.D. Program, though specific grant details are not listed in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned; however, her research likely involves collaborations within the Gies College of Business and external institutions.