Eleonora Stancheva

Prof. Eleonora Stancheva is a lecturer at the Department of Finance and Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Sofia University. She holds a PhD in Accounting and has expertise in macroeconomic analysis and infrastructure asset management. She leads the master's programs in accounting and teaches courses on international financial reporting standards (IFRS), financial accounting, and insurance enterprise accounting. Her research focuses on accounting theory, IFRS implementation, sustainability reporting, and the impact of technology on accounting practices.

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Sofia University
  • Master’s Degree in Macroeconomic Analysis, Sofia University
  • PhD in Accounting (2007)
• Professional Experience:
  • Head of Master’s Programs in Accounting
  • Former Manager, Accounting and Payroll Processing Department at AFA Ltd.
  • Member of Audit Committees for Groupama Insurance SSC and Groupama Life Insurance SSC

Her research explores modern challenges in accounting education, digital transformation (e.g., AI, blockchain), and sustainability integration. She actively contributes to curriculum development, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and technology adoption. Her work addresses ethical considerations in professional accounting and the evolving role of accountants in the digital economy.

Notable contributions include studies on IFRS convergence, blockchain applications in accounting, and AI-driven decision-making tools. She advocates for stronger collaboration between academia and professional organizations to align education with industry needs.