Fiona Anderson-Gough

Dr Fiona Anderson-Gough is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Accounting at Warwick Business School, University of Warwick. Her research focuses on the accounting profession, professional identity, socialisation processes, and critical organizational theory. She has held academic roles at institutions including the University of Leeds, University of Leicester, and Oxford’s Said Business School, with current research funded by the ICAEW. Her work bridges academic theory with practical insights, emphasizing diversity and inclusion in professional environments.

Education and Career Path: Fiona began as a Research Analyst at The Psychology Business Ltd before transitioning into academia. She held research posts at three UK universities, followed by lectureships and senior roles at WBS, Leicester, and Oxford. Her career reflects a deep engagement with professional accounting education and practice.

Teaching: She teaches modules such as 'Powerful Accounting: Critical Perspectives' and 'Corporate Reporting and Decision Making' across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including the Full-Time MBA and Executive MBA.

Key Outputs: Her co-authored book Making up Accountants (2018) explores the socialization of trainee chartered accountants. Her recent articles address diversity challenges in the accounting profession and organizational responses to multiple logics.

Collaborations: Fiona collaborates with accountancy firms and professional bodies, integrating industry perspectives into her research and teaching.