Zac Wiebe

Zac Wiebe is an Assistant Professor at the William Dillard Department of Accounting within the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. He also serves as the Director of Master's Programs for the Accounting Department. Dr. Wiebe joined the faculty in 2018 after completing his Ph.D. in Business at the University of Kansas. His position combines teaching responsibilities with research focused on financial reporting in public capital markets.

Education:

• PhD in Business, University of Kansas
• Master of Accounting, University of Kansas
• Bachelor of Commerce, University of Saskatchewan

Dr. Wiebe's research primarily focuses on the intersection of financial reporting and capital markets. His work examines how accounting information influences investor decision-making and market efficiency. Key areas include Financial Reporting and Capital Markets, Non-GAAP Financial Measures, Investor Information Processing, Accounting Standard Setting, and Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures. His research investigates how financial disclosures affect market participants' understanding of firm performance and value, with particular attention to non-GAAP metrics, segment reporting, and the impact of temporal factors on information processing.

Dr. Wiebe's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on how financial reporting practices influence capital market participants. His most recent work examines the impact of daylight saving time on investor information processing, revealing behavioral aspects of financial decision-making. Earlier research investigates the determinants and usefulness of non-GAAP revenue disclosures and segment profit/loss reporting. His work spans top accounting journals including The Accounting Review, Management Science, and Contemporary Accounting Research, indicating strong methodological rigor and relevance to both academic and practitioner audiences.

Professional Recognition:

• Research published in top-tier accounting journals: The Accounting Review, Management Science, and Contemporary Accounting Research
• Research cited by major media outlets including Forbes, Fox Business News, and Bloomberg
• Active CPA license with the Colorado Society of CPAs

As Director of Master's Programs for the William Dillard Department of Accounting, Dr. Wiebe oversees the Accounting Master's program curriculum and administration. He teaches Financial Accounting Research and Theory to Master's students, bridging his research expertise with classroom instruction. While specific grant information isn't provided in the available materials, his publication record in premier journals suggests successful research funding support. His role as program director indicates leadership responsibilities within the department beyond traditional teaching and research duties.

Dr. Wiebe maintains an active research agenda focused on financial reporting's role in capital markets. His work suggests collaboration with other accounting scholars across multiple institutions, though specific research teams or labs aren't explicitly mentioned in the available information. His focus on practical implications of accounting standards indicates engagement with both academic and professional accounting communities.