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Boyang Wang
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Email
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Location
Colchester Campus
Profile
- Textual Analysis in Financial Reporting
- Applications of Large Language Models in Accounting
- AI agent and Automation
Biography
I am a PhD Candidate in Accounting at Essex Business School, with a strong interest in the applications and impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in accounting and financial analysis. My research focuses on leveraging AI/ML methodologies to enhance financial reporting, auditing, and decision-making processes. My goal is to bridge the gap between traditional accounting practices and technological advancements, contributing to more efficient, transparent, and data-driven financial systems. I am always open to discussions, collaborations, and innovative research ideas in the intersection of accounting, finance, and AI. Feel free to connect and reach out!
Qualifications
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BSc Accounting and Finance University of Essex (2023)
Research and professional activities
Thesis
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Corporate Annual Report Disclosure: Evidence from Chinese A-Listed Firms
This paper examines how the widespread adoption of AI has transformed the textual characteristics of annual reports produced. Using large-scale textual analysis of corporate disclosures, the study investigates structural shifts across four key dimensions: readability, similarity (cross-firm boilerplate homogeneity), forward-looking content, and tone. Findings contribute to the growing literature on AI-driven changes in corporate communication within an emerging-market context.
Supervisor: Ricardo Malagueno de Santana , Hao Lan , Henry Agyei-Boapeah
Research interests
AI-Driven Financial Forecasting
Using machine learning to improve accuracy in financial predictions and risk assessment
Automated Auditing & Fraud Detection
Developing AI-powered models to enhance efficiency and detect irregularities in financial statements
Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Accounting
Analyzing financial disclosures and textual data for sentiment analysis and decision-making insights
Contact
Location:
Colchester Campus
Working pattern:
Email me for arranging meetings