Justin Leiby

Justin Leiby is an Associate Professor of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Gies College of Business, serving as Academic Director of the BSA/MSA Program and holder of the Professor Ken Perry Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on auditing practices, professional skepticism, audit quality, and the application of data analytics in auditing. He is based at 196 Wohlers Hall in Champaign, Illinois, and can be reached at jleiby2@illinois.edu.

Leiby’s work bridges experimental auditing research and real-world audit processes, examining how audit committees influence professional skepticism, the impact of data analytics on auditor decision-making, and the effects of incentive systems on auditor behavior. His recent studies address challenges in audit evidence review, audit effort allocation, and spreadsheet governance risks in financial reporting.

Though no specific awards are listed, his leadership roles indicate recognition of his contributions to academic programs and research. His advising and grant activities are tied to his directorship of the BSA/MSA program, which likely involves curriculum development and student mentorship. Leiby’s research often intersects with interdisciplinary teams, leveraging online platforms to advance experimental methods in auditing.