Constance Crawford

Constance Crawford is a Professor of Accounting at the Anisfield School of Business (ASB) at Ramapo College of New Jersey, where she has been teaching since 1992. Her office is located in ASB-304, and she teaches undergraduate courses in Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Managerial Accounting, Advanced Financial Accounting, Auditing, and Federal Taxation, as well as graduate courses in Financial Statistic Analysis, Auditing & IT, and Accounting for Managerial Decision Making.

Professor Crawford's research focuses on critical issues in taxation, corporate finance, and accounting ethics. Her primary research interests include the ethical implications of taxation on society and the viability of guest worker programs on the U.S. economy. She has published extensively on topics such as tax policy, corporate inversions, financial regulations, and social welfare programs. Her work often examines the intersection of accounting practices with broader economic and social issues, particularly how tax policies affect different demographic groups and economic outcomes.

Professor Crawford's 15 most recent publications (2010-2023) demonstrate a consistent focus on taxation policy, corporate finance, and accounting ethics. Her work spans from analyzing specific legislation like the Secure Act 2.0 to examining broader economic issues such as the Earned Income Tax Credit's impact as an anti-poverty program. Many publications address corporate tax avoidance strategies, including corporate inversions and earnings stripping, while others explore educational and workforce issues related to accounting practices.

Professor Crawford holds a B.S. from Fordham University and an M.B.A. from Iona College. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.). Her educational background and professional certification have provided a strong foundation for her academic career focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of accounting and taxation.