Thomas Tribunella

Thomas Tribunella is an Adjunct Professor at the Simon Business School, Rochester Institute of Technology. He previously held faculty positions at SUNY Institute of Technology, SUNY Oswego, and SUNY Geneseo. His expertise spans accounting, information systems, and technology’s impact on productivity. Professor Tribunella’s research focuses on XBRL, open source accounting systems, and the intersection of technology with tax and auditing practices. He has authored over 30 publications in journals like Journal of Information Systems and The CPA Journal, earning four best paper awards. His work addresses topics such as flood damage mitigation through tax policies, sharing economy implications, and reverse mortgage regulations. Teaching areas include Accounting Information Systems, Auditing, and Management Information Systems.

His research also explores environmental sustainability in economic frameworks, global governance metrics, and marriage tax models. Tribunella’s interdisciplinary approach bridges accounting practices with technological advancements, emphasizing practical applications for auditors and CPAs.