Join us for the 2025 FAR Conference, where the future of auditing meets the forefront of innovation. This year’s theme, Audit Organization & Innovation, brings together top academic minds, industry leaders, and technology pioneers to explore the evolving landscape of auditing in an AI-driven world.
Why Attend?
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Keynotes & Expert Insights: Learn from world-renowned thought leaders
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Cutting-Edge Research: Discover the latest academic findings from leading researchers across institutions!
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Industry Perspective: Engage with practitioners from PwC, Deloitte, EY, and KPMG as they discuss how emerging technologies are shaping the audit profession today—and tomorrow.
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AI & Assurance: Dive deep into the role of artificial intelligence with sessions on AI assurance, audit technologies, and the accounting labor market.
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Real-World Cases: Gain insights into practical use-cases straight from the field with industry experts sharing current applications and innovations.
Program Highlights:
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Panel: AI Assurance and Assuring AI – With experts from DataSnipper, PwC, and Deloitte.
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Talks on Audit Judgment, Professional Skepticism, and Communication – Fresh academic perspectives that challenge traditional practices.
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Concluding Reflections & Networking Opportunities – Wrap up the conference with actionable insights and connect with peers over dinner and drinks.
This two-day event is a must for anyone passionate about the intersection of audit, technology, and forward-thinking research. Whether you’re an academic, practitioner, or policymaker, the FAR Conference 2025 offers a unique platform to learn, reflect, and lead.
👉 Spots are limited—register now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of audit.
Please find the Terms and Conditions below.
The conference takes place at ‘van der Valk Hotel’ in Breukelen. You can book your room via there website. The FAR is not abele to reserve rooms for participants.
Please note: due to the NAVO summit in The Hague, your travel plans may take more time then expected. Some roads will be closed or trains will belayed. Please check your travel plans.
Conference Speakers

Prof. W. Robert Knechel
Frederick E. Fisher Eminent Scholar | International Accounting and Auditing Center

John Boulton
Director, Policy | The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Xiaoxing Li (PhD)
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Marcel Boersma
Senior Manager Daní Digitalization | KPMG Nederland

Justin Leiby
Associate Professor of Accountancy, Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Jonas Ruyter
Founder DataSnipper

Mona de Boer
Data & AI Partner | PwC

Twan van Gool
Partner | Deloitte

Prof. Dr. Sander Klous
Data & Analytics Partner | KPMG

Sara Bibler (PhD)
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Felix Vetter (PhD)
University of Mannheim

Dr. Lucia Bellora-Bienengräber
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Tom de Kuijper
Partner | EY

Philip Wallage - Conference Host
Boardmember Foundation for Auditing Research & Professor at the University of Amsterdam

Henriëtte Prast
Chair of the FAR Board