Gregory Jonas

Gregory Jonas is a Professor at the Department of Accountancy, Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University. He holds the Elizabeth M. and William C. Treuhaft Professorship of Management and serves as Faculty Director for the Part-Time MBA program. With over 20 years of industry experience ranging from cost accountant to CEO, Jonas bridges practical expertise with academic rigor.

• PhD in Accountancy (2007), Virginia Commonwealth University
• MBA in Business Management (1988), Western Michigan University
• Bachelor of Business Administration (1978), Western Michigan University

His research explores two primary streams: (1) antecedents and consequences of corporate disclosures, particularly in executive compensation and restatements, and (2) factors influencing the development of accounting scholars. Key subfields include digital learning tools, institutional theory in accounting education, and the social organization of the discipline affecting curriculum design.

Jonas has received multiple accolades including the Issues in Accounting Education Best Paper Award (2014) and Graduate Teaching Excellence Awards (2013, 2015). He served as Chairperson of the Institute of Management Accountants Research Foundation (2015-2017) and contributed to professional service through roles in Financial Executives International (2010-2018) and editorial positions.

• Graduate Teaching Excellence Award (2015)
• Issues in Accounting Education Best Paper Award (2014)
• Graduate Teaching Excellence Award (2013)
• Best Manuscript Award (AAA-Ohio Region, 2012)
• Stuart Cameron McLeod Society (2011)

His publications analyze SEC regulations, XBRL adoption, and corporate social responsibility reporting, with a focus on transparency mechanisms and educational methodologies. Jonas actively participates in curriculum development committees and professional organizations, shaping both academic standards and industry practices.